Abstract
I will outline the specifications of the compact BioPhotonics Workstation we recently have
developed that utilizes high-speed spatial light modulation to generate an array of reconfigurable
laser-traps making 3D real-time optical manipulation of advanced structures possible with the use
of joysticks or gaming devices. The fabrication of microstructures with sub-micron features coupled
with the real-time user-interactive optical control allows a user to robotically actuate appended
structures depending on their intended function. These micro-platforms carrying sub-micron tools
are seen to have potential uses in a variety of micro-biological experiments. Optically actuated
needles may be functionalized or directly used to probe targeted cells at specific locations or assist
the separation of dividing cells, among other functions that can be very useful for the group of
microbiologists.
Original language | English |
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Publication date | 2011 |
Publication status | Published - 2011 |
Event | Physics Colloquia - Tyndall Lecture Theatre, University of Bristol, United Kingdom Duration: 1 Jan 2011 → … |
Conference
Conference | Physics Colloquia |
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City | Tyndall Lecture Theatre, University of Bristol, United Kingdom |
Period | 01/01/2011 → … |