A Novel Microtiter Plate Format High Power Open Source LED Array

Many photochemical or photobiological applications require the use of high power ultraviolet light sources, such as high-pressure mercury arc lamps. In addition, many photo-induced chemical, biochemical and biological applications require either a combinatorial setting or a parallel assay of multipl...

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Main Authors: Heike Kagel, Hannes Jacobs, Frank F. Bier, Jörn Glökler, Marcus Frohme
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2019-02-01
Series:Photonics
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2304-6732/6/1/17
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Summary:Many photochemical or photobiological applications require the use of high power ultraviolet light sources, such as high-pressure mercury arc lamps. In addition, many photo-induced chemical, biochemical and biological applications require either a combinatorial setting or a parallel assay of multiple samples under the same environmental conditions to ensure reproducibility. To achieve this, alternative, controllable light sources, such as ultraviolet light emitting diodes (UV LEDs) with high power and spatial control are required. Preferably, LEDs are arranged in a suitable standardized 96-well microtiter plate format. We designed such an array and established the methods required for heat management and enabling stable, controllable illumination over time.
ISSN:2304-6732