. The long-term objective of this project is the development of a more accurate and useful instrument with which to perform pneumatic microinjection of fluids in the life sciences and microchemistry. Experimental studies performed by the applicant in Phase I of this project confirm that pneumatic injection can be effected with an accuracy and reliability greater than heretofore possible. Further experimental studies of this microinjection method will continue in Phase II while a prototype apparatus is assembled. Software will be written to implement a graphic computer display-driven """"""""instrument"""""""" using Object Oriented Programming (OOP). An accurate and reliable microinjection apparatus in the picoliter and subpicoliter range does not presently exist. It would find ready acceptance in the scientific research market.

Agency
National Institute of Health (NIH)
Institute
National Institute of General Medical Sciences (NIGMS)
Type
Small Business Innovation Research Grants (SBIR) - Phase II (R44)
Project #
5R44GM043725-03
Application #
3508002
Study Section
Special Emphasis Panel (SSS (B1))
Project Start
1991-03-15
Project End
1993-03-14
Budget Start
1992-03-15
Budget End
1993-03-14
Support Year
3
Fiscal Year
1992
Total Cost
Indirect Cost
Name
World Precision Instruments, Inc.
Department
Type
DUNS #
047552393
City
Sarasota
State
FL
Country
United States
Zip Code
34240