by Beonchip | Mar 31, 2026 | Chips, Organ on a chip, Technical Notes
This post addresses a frequently asked question: Can Beonchip devices be reused? Here, we explain why microfluidic devices are designed for single use, while accessories such as connectors and tubing can be safely reused when properly sterilized. Why Are Beonchip...
by Beonchip | Feb 20, 2026 | Organ on a chip, Review, Technical Notes
Summary This technical note intends to give a summary of the three most used perfusion systems in organ-on-chip research: syringe pump, peristaltic pump and pressure-based systems. Syringe Pump The syringe pump is one of the most used perfusion systems. It is a...
by Beonchip | Oct 14, 2025 | Be-Flow, Chips, Organ on a chip, Technical Notes
Summary Reproducing the vascular microenvironment in vitro requires not only dynamic culture systems, such as microfluidic organ-on-chip devices, but also the appropriate extracellular matrix (ECM) coating. Laminins, key components of the basal lamina, provide...
by Beonchip | Jun 2, 2025 | Be-Doubleflow, Chips, Organ on a chip, Technical Notes
Introduction The intestine harbors a commensal microbiome that plays a crucial role in its physiology and functionality. Notably, some of the microorganisms residing in the intestine require anaerobic conditions to survive. [1] For the small intestine, oxygen levels...
by Beonchip | Dec 17, 2024 | Be-Gradient, Chips, Technical Notes
Summary This paper describes the use of our Be-Gradient Barrier-Free device to simulate the ischemic conditions present in solid tumors, enabling the study of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) as biomarkers for tumor progression . This approach marks a notable...
by Beonchip | Dec 2, 2024 | Be-Doubleflow, Be-Flow, Be-Transflow, Chips, Technical Notes
Summary This guide summarizes Beonchip’s microfluidic chip design customization options to improve your cell culture model. It highlights the importance of channel dimensions in microfluidic chips for key aspects such as cell culture area, microscopy inspection, and...
by Beonchip | Nov 13, 2024 | Be-Flow, Chips, Technical Notes
Summary Gravity-driven flow is paramount during the first stages of culture in organ-on-chip platforms. This study demonstrates oxygen consumption in a cellular monolayer within a microfluidic device and highlights the significance of gravitational-flow in maintaining...
by Beonchip | Oct 29, 2024 | Review
Summary Over the past few years, bioprinting has emerged as a compelling field of study. The field of organ-on-chip has particularly benefited from bioprinting applications, offering novel pathways to enhance in vitro cell culture methods. This technical note explores...
by Beonchip | Sep 24, 2024 | Be-Flow, Chips, Technical Notes
Summary Researchers from the University of Castilla la Mancha and University of Zaragoza have optimized a kidney-on-chip for graphene particle testing. The microfluidic system was placed under flow conditions to reduce the adsorption of graphene materials on the...
by Beonchip | Sep 12, 2024 | Be-Transflow, Chips, Technical Notes
Summary At Beonchip, we provide standard cell culture platforms and the option to customize the channel dimensions or membrane pore size. Additionally, we offer services to adapt the device design for specific research needs. In this note, we’ll summarize the results...