Multiplexed cartesian-based split-platter microarrayer and method of production of microarrays

摘要

A microarrayer comprises a platter formed from multiple rectangular segments mounted for linear movement about an axis and comprises preferably multiple robotic arms, each with a print head for distribution of microarrays on slides. The cooperative motion of each segment of the platter combined with the independently controlled motion of the arms forms a more efficient method of creating microarrays upon multiple, often many, slides. In addition, the use of multiple robotic arms and print head deposits the microarrays on the slides much faster than with prior art microarrays.