Manual Sample Preparation System

A revolutionary microfluidics platform which enables full automation of NGS prep protocols

The compact MIRO CANVAS provides true walk-away automation of complex next generation sequencing (NGS) library preparation and hybridization protocols, requiring only 15 minutes of hands-on time. The affordable and easy-to-use system uses innovative MIRO cartridges to minimize reagent consumption and produce high quality results with verified protocols for long-read sequencing, target enrichment and on-demand processing of samples.

Fully automated

Simple, walk-away automation for on-demand NGS sample preparation

Efficient

Minimize costs with up to 75 % reduction in reagent use and only 15 minutes of hands-on time

Flexible

Established NGS sample prep protocols for both short- and long-read sequencing platforms

MIRO CANVAS uses digital microfluidics to perform sample preparation steps within the singe-use MIRO cartridge. Sample and reagents are pipetted into the cartridge, and the microfluidics system automatically performs steps required for sample and library preparation, without user intervention, to produce samples for sequencing.

MIRO technology

MIRO technology uses electromechanical forces to move droplets over an array of electrodes. The electrode board has four thermal and four magnetic zones so that thermal cycling and magnetic bead operations can be performed automatically. Droplets move within the cartridge and are surrounded by air. The microfluidics technology also enables reduction of volumes for reduced running costs.