Orchid Biosciences, Inc.

Oxford Glycosciences (uk) Ltd

Dale Robert Pfost

Rolf E Swenson

Chao Lin

Sheila H DeWitt

Rajesh Bhikhu Parekh

Robert D Juncosa

Paul Nicholas Goulding

Sheldon M Kugelmass

Gary J Schnerr

A method for analyzing a sample containing a plurality of analytes, comprises labelling the analytes with a detectable label, the label being chosen such that its detectability can be influenced by modifying the conditions of detection; separating the labelled analytes, before or after labeling,; and determining the presence of the separated analytes under the modified conditions and also, if desired, the unmodified conditions. Suitable detection apparatus comprises a support for a gel, means for detecting one or more analytes in the gel, and means for reducing the temperature of the gel to below ambient temperature, e.g., to no more than 0&deg;C.

Assaying and storing labelled analytes

Multiple fluid sample processors and systems for high throughput chemical synthesis and biological assays and/or processing. A multi-layered fluidic array having microchannels, reservoirs and reaction wells is subject to robotic and automated handling. A pressure pumping system is utilized for fluid delivery and control through the synthesis process. The sizes of the micro-sized channels, apertures, and valves are adjusted to optimize fluid distribution and channel filling. The fluid sample processors can be grouped together in a microtiter format to increase the speed, quantity and efficiency of the processing.

Multiple fluid sample processor and system

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Pennington, NJ, United States of America

Dale Robert Pfost