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This 133-page, completely revised second edition tracks at least two dozen research groups worldwide that are involved in developing the laboratory on a chip. About 50 companies are involved in developing the components needed: microelectromechanical devices (MEMs), microsensors, biosensors, nonfabricated gears, valves, pumps, micromachined channels, and sample holders. Each of these concepts is discussed in depth. Steers the way on how the technology can be exploited.