Editorial on Optical Tweezers for the 15th Anniversary of Micromachines
2024
Optical Tweezers for Micromachines
Editorial
Author Information
Author(s): Cronin-Golomb Mark
Primary Institution: Department of Biomedical Engineering, Tufts University
Conclusion
The integration of optical tweezers into the field of micromachines promotes the exchange of ideas and advancements across related scientific disciplines.
Supporting Evidence
- Optical tweezers can manipulate microscopic objects, including biological entities.
- Over 17,000 research articles on optical tweezers have been published since 1986.
- Optofluidics combines optics and microfluidics for material control in microchannels.
- Indirect optical tweezing can be used to manipulate biological objects safely.
- Recent advancements include using haptic feedback for better control of optical tweezers.
Takeaway
This article talks about how special tools called optical tweezers can help scientists move tiny things like cells and bacteria, and why they are important for new technology.
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