Expertise
Wainamics’ expertise is in integrating system architecture and assay into smart, cost-efficient microfluidic cartridge design and development.
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Our depth and breadth of experience includes:
In vitro diagnostic tests
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Point-of-care tests
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PCR
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CRISPR
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Immunoassay
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Genomic
Life science research platforms and applications
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–omic and multiomics
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Organ-on-a-chip
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Nanopore sequencing
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Droplet PCR
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Cell growth in space
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Genomic analysis for agriculture
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DNA synthesis
Sample Types
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Blood
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Plasma
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Serum
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Saliva
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Nasal swab
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Tear duct
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Urine
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Fecal matter
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Plants
We’ve helped 50+ organizations with 100+ projects — from 2-person startups to large companies and government agencies.
Project Examples
Organ-on-a-chip Cartridge
COVID-19 Point of Care Diagnostic Test
CRISPR-Based SARS-CoV-2 Saliva Test
Sensor for Ultracold Sample Monitoring
Fecal Sample DNA Extraction Unit
NASA Studies – Biology in Space
Integrated PCR and GMR for Point-of-Care Test
Testimonials
“Start-ups have limited resources and need to meet timelines and milestones for fundraising. I described what I needed to Wainamics and they quickly and cost-effectively delivered a prototype flow cell. Outsourcing the flow cell to experts enabled the internal team to focus on other areas of development.”
— Dajun Yuan, Principal Scientist and Biotech Entrepreneur and Innovator
“I appreciated Wainamics’ ability to shape requirements and build our latest organ-on-a-chip prototype and transition it to a manufacturing-friendly design. Wainamics’ scientific understanding was key, along with creativity and deep technical understanding to address our unique challenges.
As a CTO, I recommend Wainamics for taking you from concept to design and de-risking for product development.”
— Mark Fauver, CTO at Nortis
“Wainamics' expertise in fluidics and electromechanics has helped me in two companies to accelerate delivery of a point-of-care test cartridge to show investors for funding purposes. Wainamics is a terrific resource for early stage design.”
— Lead Engineer – 2 start-ups
“Wainamics worked with me when my idea was on a piece of paper. They helped me with design and chemical compatibility – materials selection was super critical to my project success. Wainamics’ broad experience was instrumental in getting to a proof-of-concept device for pre-seed funding with a quick turnaround time.
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Wainamics’ scientific as well as engineering expertise along with a high level of engagement and caring make Wainamics a terrific partner.”
— Mary Noe, CEO at Switchback
“Our relationship with Wainamics was very collaborative. Their team really listened to our needs and helped develop a prototype that we were able to use on an important government contract. They respected our schedule and took the time to understand our requirements.”
— Peggy Sammon, CEO & Co-Founder, GeneCapture
“Wainamics had experience in designing molecular diagnostics test cartridges and systems, so I knew they could quickly deliver one that suited our technology. I appreciated their collaboration, assisting us in all aspects of product development including technology development, system testing and manufacturing transfer.”
— Bryce Yao PhD, CEO and CTO at Magic Lifescience
“Wainamics was instrumental in helping us develop prototype devices that facilitate activation and practical use of our color-changing, time-temperature indicator chemistry. They immediately recognized the ground-level importance of materials compatibility and their expertise in engineering user-friendly devices to manipulate small volumes of liquid was clearly evident.
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Wainamics was also highly responsive to follow-up questions, even after providing us with final deliverables. They clearly care about the success of their customers.”
— Chad Borges, Co-Founder & Chief Scientific Officer of CryoVeritas