Optics: measuring and testing – By dispersed light spectroscopy – Utilizing a spectrometer
Reexamination Certificate
2006-11-28
2006-11-28
Lee, Hwa (Andrew) (Department: 2877)
Optics: measuring and testing
By dispersed light spectroscopy
Utilizing a spectrometer
C356S246000
Reexamination Certificate
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07142296
ABSTRACT:
Method and apparatus for detecting biomolecular interactions. The use of labels is not required and the methods may be performed in a high-throughput manner. An apparatus for detecting biochemical interactions occurring on the surface of a biosensor includes a light source. A first optical fiber is coupled to the light source and illuminates the biosensor. A second optical fiber detects a wavelength reflected from the biosensor. A spectrometer determines spectra of a reflected signal from the biosensor.
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Cunningham Brian T.
DeFilippi Frank
Li Peter Y.
Geisel Kara
Lee Hwa (Andrew)
McDonnell Boehnen & Hulbert & Berghoff LLP
SRU Biosystems Inc.
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