Inventors:
Abraham Shtrahman - Pittsburgh PA 15238
Matthew Shtrahman - Pittsburgh PA 15217
Gregory Shtrahman - Pittsburgh PA 15238
International Classification:
C30B 3500
US Classification:
117200, 117201, 117202, 117900, 422 99, 422100
Abstract:
A fully automated, high output robotic station for the crystallization of proteins and other biopolymers via the sitting drop vapor diffusion and micro-batch methods. This station performs microplate feeding, liquid aspiration, dilution, and dispensing, as well as microplate sealing and storage into a temperature controlled hotel. All functions are microprocessor controlled. The operator designs the process via graphical user interface, after which the station executes the process automatically to completion.