Illumina Corporation

Gan G Wang

Mark S Chee

John R Stuelpnagel

Robert C Kain

Steven R Auger

Laura S Casas

Shawn Christopher Baker

Todd Alan Dickinson

Richard J Pytelewski

The invention relates to sensor compositions comprising a composite array of individual arrays, to allow for simultaneous processing of a number of samples. The invention further provides methods of making and using the composite arrays. The invention further provides a hybridization chamber for use with a composite array.

Array kits and processing systems

Methods of making arrays

A holder for an array of bundles containing multiple fiber optic strands provides a pattern of openings into which one each of each bundle is fit. The openings may (but need not) penetrate the full holder thickness to permit working with bundles from either bundle end. In one embodiment the holder thickness equals the bundle length, and the holder is sized similarly to a microscope slide. An alternative embodiment temporarily retains bundles in a desired registration and subjects the retained bundles to molten material such as wax that is allowed to harden around the bundles and become the holder. A modular holder comprises laminates that each contain parallel grooves sized to receive a bundle. A holder for a single bundle includes cooperating grip-like members, one of which is pivotably attached and biased toward the other member. A common form factor may be used for each holder type to facilitate retaining holders in a common docking station.

Method and apparatus for retaining and presenting at least one microsphere array to solutions and/or to optical imaging systems

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San Diego, CA, United States of America

Gan G Wang