Method and apparatus for nanoparticle transport and detection

Details Method and apparatus for nanoparticle transport and detection Method and apparatus for nanoparticle transport and detection

2006-07-18

2006-07-18

Noguerola, Alex (Department: 1753)

Chemistry: electrical and wave energy

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Electrophoresis or electro-osmosis processes and electrolyte...

C204S409000, C422S050000, C422S091000, C210S500230, C210S500220, C137S001000

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ABSTRACT:
According to one embodiment an apparatus includes a membrane and at least a portion of a nanotube imbedded within the membrane. The portion of the nanotube imbedded within the membrane provides a conduit through the membrane.

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