How a DNA sequencing machine uses computer technology to make testing fast

California-based Ion Torrent’s DNA machine uses chemistry and semiconductor technology to deliver fast results. Researchers can run samples, go for a coffee break and come back a few hours later. SmartPlanet’s Boonsri Dickinson visits Ion Torrent to find out how its portable DNA machine could impact genetic testing.

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Lec 4 | MIT Introduction to Bioengineering, Spring 2006

Biological Computing – Prof. Drew Endy View the complete course: ocw.mit.edu License: Creative Commons BY-NC-SA More information at ocw.mit.edu More courses at ocw.mit.edu
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