Chemistry: molecular biology and microbiology – Apparatus
Reexamination Certificate
2011-08-23
2011-08-23
Woolwine, Samuel (Department: 1637)
Chemistry: molecular biology and microbiology
Apparatus
C435S091200
Reexamination Certificate
active
08003370
ABSTRACT:
This invention provides an apparatus for providing heating and cooling of samples in sample vessels having uniform temperature profiles. The apparatus can be used for performing PCR, and real time PCR in particular, with control and uniformity. The system employs a heat block containing a liquid composition to efficiently transfer heat to and from reaction vessels.
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Goodwin David
Johnston Matthew
Maltezos George
Scherer Axel
Walker Christopher I.
California Institute of Technology
Knobbe Martens Olson & Bear LLP
Woolwine Samuel
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