COURSE DESCRIPTION: The project goal for fall 2003 is to integrate PCR, silicon field-effect sensors, and microfluidics for applications that require real-time and point-of-use DNA analysis. In achieving this goal, students will gain first-hand experience with MEMS design, process development, fabrication in the Microsystems Technology Laboratory and device characterization as well as biochemical methods relevant for performing PCR. This course will require ~15 hours per week. Please pre-register by emailing your academic/research background and course schedule for fall 2003 to: scottm@media.mit.edu.