Institute of Innovative Research, 
Tokyo Institute of Technology.

2023.12.07

Press Release

Understanding the Formation of Minute Droplets in Microfluidic Devices

The detailed physics behind droplet generation in microfluidic post-array devices has been clarified by scientists at Tokyo Tech. Through various experiments performed under different operational conditions, they gained important insights into how these small devices can be used to produce uniform emulsions, with potential applications in analytical chemistry and biology, medicine, cosmetics, and materials science.