Porous Polypropylene Caps for High Throughput Chemical Synthesis
Introduction High throughput chemical synthesis often requires that solvent be removed from a large number of containers as part of the process. Typically this is done with a small number of tubes using a centrifugal concentrator (to prevent mechanical solvent loss due to bumping)and under vacuum (to speed up solvent removal). This is very time consuming and requires a lot of manual manipulation of the chemicals and their containers. Technology description Researchers at the University of Washington have developed caps for high throughput chemical synthesis. This invention can also be used in the form of a single sheet and placed over the tops of test tubes in a rack. This material is permeable to gaseous solvents so that when placed under vacuum, the solvent will evaporate through the cap. In addition, the caps do not allow the liquid to pass through it if the liquid is pushed against the cap during the process of bumping. This invention allows for a high volume extraction of solvents and can inexpensively produce the same effect to hundreds or even thousands of tubes at one time. Business opportunity This technology will be important to research facilities and companies that require a high throughput requirement for chemical synthesis. Stage of Development Our researchers have successfully manufactured this device and have a working prototype and preliminary data. Intellectual Property Position This technology is available for licensing. For more information on this technology contact:
Patrick Shelby Technology Manager [email protected] 206-616-2127
Type of Offer: Licensing
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