Patents Examined by Gordan Stock, Jr.
  • Spatial positioning of spectrally labeled beads
    Patent number: 8405828
    Abstract: Devices, systems, kits, and methods for detecting and/or identifying a plurality of spectrally labeled bodies well-suited for performing multiplexed assays. By spectrally labeling the beads with materials which generate identifiable spectra, a plurality of beads may be identified within the fluid. Reading of the beads is facilitated by restraining the beads in arrays, and/or using a focused laser.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 17, 2009
    Date of Patent: March 26, 2013
    Assignee: Life Technologies Corporation
    Inventors: Stephen Empedocles, Andrew Watson, Jian Jin