Optics: measuring and testing – With sample preparation
Reexamination Certificate
2006-03-14
2006-03-14
Nguyen, Tu T. (Department: 2877)
Optics: measuring and testing
With sample preparation
Reexamination Certificate
active
07012676
ABSTRACT:
Systems and methods for laser capture microdissection are disclosed. An inverted microscope includes a translation stage joystick subsystem. The systems and methods provide the advantages of increased speed and much lower rates of contamination.
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Baer Thomas M.
Enright Mark A.
Head David F.
Todd Christopher E.
Arcturus Bioscience, Inc.
Lukas Rimas
Lukas IP Group
Nguyen Tu T.
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