Nanotechnologies: Unlocking Secrets at the Molecular Level
Delving into the Microscopic World: How Microfluidics is Revolutionizing Single-Molecule Manipulation The world of biology operates at an astonishingly small scale. Understanding the intricate dance of molecules is crucial to unlocking secrets about life itself – from disease mechanisms to drug development. Yet, manipulating individual molecules has long been a formidable challenge. Enter microfluidic platforms, tiny devices etched with channels and chambers that allow us to control fluids with incredible precision. Microfluidics is revolutionizing single-molecule manipulation by offering unprecedented control over the microscopic environment. Imagine a microscopic city built on a silicon chip, where each channel acts as a street and each chamber houses individual molecules. This "microcity" allows researchers to: 1. Isolate and Trap Single Molecules: Microfluidic channels can...