KOC CTC SAW MicroLab
KOC CTC SAW MicroLab is a surface acoustic wave (SAW)-based microfluidic platform that enables non-invasive, high-precision separation and analysis of circulating tumor cells (CTCs) in real time. By mimicking the tumor microenvironment on a chip, the device isolates target cancer cells from a patient's blood without damaging them, enabling detailed interaction studies with drugs, immune cells, and vascular elements. Unlike conventional bulk separation methods, the SAW technology uses precise acoustic energy to manipulate fluids and particles at the microscale, minimizing sample loss and preserving cell viability. The compact, modular design allows integration with imaging, AI analysis, and organ-on-chip systems, making it a powerful tool for personalized oncology and drug screening. With minimal infrastructure and no labeling or centrifugation required, KOC CTC SAW MicroLab offers a breakthrough in point-of-care cancer research, helping clinicians determine which treatments will work best—quickly, safely, and precisely.