Abstract:
An apparatus and method for predicting a fertility window include an image capture device and a processor. The fertility window includes a period of increased fecundability for a woman based on optical monitoring of facial features. The image capture device is configured to record images including facial features of a subject. The processor is configured to receive data corresponding to the recorded plural images; determine from the data changes in the facial features; and predict a fertility window based on the determination.
Abstract:
The invention relates to a method for manufacturing an apparatus for the processing of single molecules. According to this method, a self-assembling resist (155) is deposited on a processing layer (110, PL) and allowed to self-assemble into a pattern of two phases (155a, 155b). One of these phases (155a) is then selectively removed, and at least one aperture is generated in the processing layer (110, PL) through the mask of the remaining resist (155b). Thus apertures of small size can readily be produced that allow for the processing of single molecules (M), for example in DNA sequencing.
Abstract:
The invention relates to a processing device (110) and a method for manufacturing such a device. In a preferred embodiment, a mixture of magnetic particles (MP), a matrix material, and a volatile carrier is deposited onto binding sites (112) of a reaction surface (113). The deposited mixture is then dried while the magnetic particles (MP) are pulled away from the reaction surface (113) by a magnetic field (B). Thus unspecific binding of magnetic particles to the binding sites can be prevented.
Abstract:
The invention relates to a method for manufacturing an apparatus for the processing of single molecules. According to this method, a self-assembling resist (155) is deposited on a processing layer (110, PL) and allowed to self-assemble into a pattern of two phases (155a, 155b). One of these phases (155a) is then selectively removed, and at least one aperture is generated in the processing layer (110, PL) through the mask of the remaining resist (155b). Thus apertures of small size can readily be produced that allow for the processing of single molecules (M), for example in DNA sequencing.