This Genome Testing Device Gets a Designer Makeover From Yves Behar
Alyson Wyers — November 11, 2014 — Tech
References: fluidigm & fastcodesign
This genome testing equipment redesign will have you rethinking what lab equipment looks like. You probably didn't think it was going to be purple.
Designed by Yves Behar's Fuseproject, this cell-scanning device is called Juno and was developed by biotech firm Fluidigm. Juno can eject a tray and accept samples at the push of a button. It combines different chemicals with heat to test DNA fingerprints. Intended for professional labs, the genome testing gadget helps determine things like if a person has a genetic disease or the makeup of a seed. Rather than using multiple machines for different steps of the process, Juno can complete genetic testing with a simple button press.
Yves Behar explains "the world of science and innovation deserves the same kind of design, attention, branding and experience as consumer products."
Designed by Yves Behar's Fuseproject, this cell-scanning device is called Juno and was developed by biotech firm Fluidigm. Juno can eject a tray and accept samples at the push of a button. It combines different chemicals with heat to test DNA fingerprints. Intended for professional labs, the genome testing gadget helps determine things like if a person has a genetic disease or the makeup of a seed. Rather than using multiple machines for different steps of the process, Juno can complete genetic testing with a simple button press.
Yves Behar explains "the world of science and innovation deserves the same kind of design, attention, branding and experience as consumer products."
Trend Themes
1. Redesigned Lab Equipment - This trend explores the redesign of laboratory equipment to enhance functionality and user experience.
2. Integration of Technology in Lab Equipment - This trend focuses on the integration of advanced technologies, such as automation and AI, into laboratory equipment to streamline processes and improve efficiency.
3. Convergence of Design and Science - This trend highlights the increasing collaboration between designers and scientists to create aesthetically pleasing and user-friendly lab equipment.
Industry Implications
1. Biotechnology - The biotechnology industry can leverage redesigned lab equipment to enhance research capabilities and accelerate scientific breakthroughs.
2. Medical Diagnostics - The medical diagnostics industry can benefit from the integration of technology in lab equipment to develop faster and more accurate diagnostic tests.
3. Agrotechnology - The agrotechnology industry can utilize redesigned lab equipment to analyze and optimize the genetic makeup of seeds, leading to improved crop traits and agricultural practices.
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