Intel Corporation

Grace M Credo

Xing Su

Oguz Hasan Elibol

Jonathan S Daniels

Kai Wu

Noureddine Tayebi

Steven A Sundberg

Liming Wang

Onur Can Akkaya

Handong Li

Narayan Sundararajan

Wael Guibene

Jianquan Liu

Khurshaduzzaman Razib

Nuzhat Binte Arif

Fahim Al Hasnaeen

Kazi I Huque

Madoo Varma

Joelle Alcaidinho

Drew Hall

Devices, methods, and systems for encoding data as DNA are provided. An encoder device can include circuitry to encode a data file having a bit sequence encoding data and to generate a virtual DNA (VDNA) sequence of virtual nucleotide bases (Vnb) that reversibly encodes the bit sequence of the data file, divide the VDNA sequence into a plurality of VDNA fragments, associate each VDNA fragment with an archive library sequence (Arc_SEQ), and generate a read instruction (READ) sequence of differences between each VDNA fragment and each associated Arc_SEQ including sufficient instruction to facilitate regeneration of each VDNA fragment from each associated Arc_SEQ. A codeword sequence (Code_SEQ) is additionally generated for each VDNA fragment that includes a codename identifying the associated Arc_SEQ, the READ sequence associated with the VDNA fragment, and an index sequence (Idx_SEQ) including an index mapping of the VDNA fragment in the VDNA sequence.

Data storage based on encoded DNA sequences

Methods and apparatus relating to optimization of vehicular systems for occupant presence and condition are described. In one embodiment, logic circuitry detects presence and/or condition of one or more occupants of a vehicle based on sensor data. Memory (e.g., non-volatile memory) stores information corresponding to one or more functions of the vehicle. The logic circuitry transmits a request to the vehicle to cause an adjustment to the one or more functions of the vehicle. Other embodiments are also disclosed and claimed.

Techniques to optimize vehicular systems for occupant presence and condition

Devices, methods, and systems for encoding data as DNA are provided. An encoder device can include an encoder engine configured to encode a data file having a bit sequence encoding data and further configured to generate a virtual DNA (VDNA) sequence of virtual nucleotide bases (Vnb) that reversibly encodes the bit sequence of the data file, divide the VDNA sequence into a plurality of VDNA fragments, associate each VDNA fragment with an archive library sequence (Arc_SEQ), and generate a read instruction (READ) sequence of differences between each VDNA fragment and each associated Arc_SEQ including sufficient instruction to facilitate regeneration of each VDNA fragment from each associated Arc_SEQ. A codeword sequence (Code_SEQ) is additionally generated for each VDNA fragment comprising a codename identifying the associated Arc_SEQ, the READ sequence associated with the VDNA fragment, and an index sequence (Idx_SEQ) including an index mapping of the VDNA fragment in the VDNA sequence.

DNA synthesis devices, systems, and methods are disclosed. An apparatus can include a synthesizer chip having an array of reaction units in a predetermined pattern, each reaction unit including a reaction surface and a reaction electrode of an IC array of reaction electrodes, and a synthesizer chip controller coupled to the IC array of reaction electrodes configured to address each reaction electrode individually. The apparatus can also include a reagent delivery chip positionable above the synthesizer chip, comprising an array of reagent delivery units arranged in the predetermined pattern, each reagent delivery unit including a reagent electrode of an IC array of reagent electrodes and each reagent delivery unit configured to receive and deliver a droplet of reagent fluid having a volume of 1 picoliter or less, and a reagent delivery chip controller coupled to the IC array of reagent electrodes configured to address each reagent electrode individually.

Massively parallel integrated circuit-based DNA synthesis devices, systems, and methods

Described herein is a device comprising a plurality of first reaction electrodes arranged in an array, the plurality of first reaction electrodes configured to be exposed to a solution and having a capacitance; first circuitry configured to controllably connect the plurality of first reaction electrodes to a bias source and controllably disconnect the plurality of first reaction electrodes from the bias source; and second circuitry configured to measure a rate of charging or discharging of the capacitance. Also described herein is a method of using this device to sequence DNA.

Device and method for detecting redox reactions in solution

Portable electronic measurement device

Various embodiments provide devices, methods, and systems for high throughput biomolecule detection using transducer arrays. In one embodiment, a transducer array made up of transducer elements may be used to detect byproducts from chemical reactions that involve redox genic tags. Each transducer element may include at least a reaction chamber and a fingerprinting region, configured to flow a fluid from the reaction chamber through the fingerprinting region. The reaction chamber can include a molecule attachment region and the fingerprinting region can include at least one set of electrodes separated by a nanogap for conducting redox cycling reactions. In embodiments, by flowing the chamber content obtained from a reaction of a latent redox tagged probe molecule, a catalyst, and a target molecule in the reaction chamber through the fingerprinting region, the redox cycling reactions can be detected to identify redox-tagged biomolecules.

High throughput biochemical detection using single molecule fingerprinting arrays

Embodiments of the invention provide transducers capable of functioning as electronic sensors and redox cycling sensors. Transducers comprise two electrodes separated by a nanogap. Molecular binding regions proximate to and within the nanogap are provided. Methods of fabricating nanogap transducers and arrays of nanogap transducers are also provided. Arrays of individually addressable nanogap transducers can be disposed on integrated circuit chips and operably coupled to the integrated circuit chip.

Nanogap transducers with selective surface immobilization sites

Embodiments of the invention provide transducers capable of transducing redox active chemical signals into electrical signals. Transducers comprise two electrodes separated by a nanogap. At least one electrode is comprised of conducting diamond. Methods of fabricating nanogap transducers and arrays of nanogap transducers are provided. Arrays of individually addressable nanogap transducers can be disposed on integrated circuit chips and operably coupled to the integrated circuit chip.

Diamond electrode nanogap transducers

Described herein is a device comprising: a plurality of first reaction electrodes arranged in an array, the plurality of first reaction electrodes configured to be exposed to a fluid and having a capacitance; first circuitry configured to controllably set the plurality of first reaction electrode to a predetermined voltage and allow the capacitance of the plurality of first reaction electrode to charge or discharge through the fluid; and second circuitry configured to measure a rate of charging or discharging of the capacitance of the plurality of first reaction electrodes. Also described herein is a method of using this device to sequence DNA.

Nucleic acid sequencing using concatemers of DNA is provided. Optionally, amplified reaction products from the repeated incorporation and excision of a nucleoside complementary to a nucleoside of the DNA to be sequenced onto primer molecules hybridized to the concatemers of DNA are detected. Nucleic acid sequencing using concatemers of DNA and non-natural oligonucleotides is also provided. Nucleic acid sequencing reactions are detected electronically and or optically using arrays of detectors.

Nucleic acid sequencing

Devices and methods are presented for electronic sensing of chemical and biochemical analytes. An electronic sensor having a at least two electrodes separated by a nanoscale gap wherein the separation between the first electrode and the second electrode forms a cavity capable of containing a fluid wherein two or more posts comprised of an insulating material extend into the cavity from the face of the first electrode to the face of the second electrode. Optionally, the cavity is closed with a bead. Devices according to embodiments of the invention are capable of detecting chemicals and biochemicals through redox cycling events. Additionally, devices and methods according to embodiments of the invention are adapted to identify and sequence nucleic acid molecules.

Nanogap chemical and biochemical sensors

Embodiments of the invention provide devices and methods for extracting nucleic acid molecules from solution using electric fields. The structures and methods of embodiments of the invention are suited to incorporation into micro and nano fluidic devices, such as lab-on-a-chip devices and micro total analysis systems.

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San Mateo, CA, United States of America

Grace M Credo