Development of analytical techniques using micro/nano devices
In the diagnosis of diseases and health checkups, several mL of blood is analyzed over several hours. We are developing a microanalytical device that can analyze a single drop of blood in a few seconds. We have developed the liquid chromatography separation part of this device and have achieved faster separation and analysis of biomolecules compared to conventional analytical devices. We expect that the development of other parts (pretreatment, detection, etc.) will enable ultra-fast analysis of biomarkers that are indicators of disease.