Phototunable Hopping of Microparticles Enables Surface-Selective Continuous Separation via Microfluidics

Key Points

• To develop a continuous-flow method for separating microparticles based on their surface area and porosity.
• Utilized a microfluidic system for continuous-flow separation
• Employed phototunable mechanisms to control microparticle movement
• Evaluated separation efficiency based on surface area and porosity
• Demonstrated effective separation of microparticles by surface characteristics
• Achieved higher purification efficiency compared to traditional lab-scale methods
• Showed successful application in various material types

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