We were honored to host Prof. Majid Ebrahimi Warkiani for our February webinar, where he presented on:

Microfluidic Systems for Cell Biology and Translation into Practice

Presentation Highlights

What is Microfluidics?
Prof. Warkiani explored how microfluidic platforms enable precise manipulation of fluids at the microscale, creating controlled cellular environments that enhance biomedical research and clinical applications.

Applications in Diagnostics & Biomedicine

  • Rare Cell Sorting – Techniques for isolating cancer cells (liquid biopsy) and fetal cells (non-invasive prenatal testing, NIPT)
  • Sperm Purification & IVF Analysis – Microfluidic approaches for improving fertility treatments
  • Stem Cell Manufacturing – Scalable and high-throughput bioprocessing solutions for cell therapy and regenerative medicine
  • Organ-on-a-Chip Technologies – Novel models for drug screening, disease modeling, and personalised medicine

Future Directions
Insights into how microfluidics is transforming biotechnology, with potential applications in single-cell analysis, digital PCR, and precision medicine.

Full Abstract

Microfluidics, a technology characterised by the engineered manipulation of fluids at the microscale, has shown significant promise in point-of-care diagnostics and clinical research. By offering precise control over the cellular microenvironment, microfluidic platforms are becoming essential tools for cell biologists to better understand complex biological systems.

The miniaturisation of macroscopic systems and the ability to perform high-throughput experiments make microfluidic chips ideal for a range of applications, including cell sorting, single-cell analysis, digital PCR, and drug screening.

Over the past decade, Prof. Warkiani’s research group has developed multiple microfluidic systems for rare cell sorting (cancer liquid biopsy and NIPT), sperm purification (IVF), and stem cell manufacturing. In this presentation, he shared insights into these technologies and their role in bridging the gap between research and clinical practice.

About Prof. Majid Ebrahimi Warkiani

Prof. Warkiani is a Professor and CINSW Fellow at the University of Technology Sydney (UTS), Australia, specialising in microfluidics, organoid-on-a-chip, and IVF technologies.

Educational & Professional Background

  • PhD in Mechanical Engineering – Nanyang Technological University (NTU), Singapore
  • Postdoctoral Research – Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), USA
  • Co-director of the Institute for Biomedical Materials & Devices (IBMD) at UTS
  • Co-founder of NeoGenix Biosciences and Smart MCs

Research & Innovation
Majid’s work focuses on:

  • Microfluidic-based cell sorting for circulating tumor cells, fetal cells, and stem cells
  • Organoid-on-a-chip technologies for drug testing and disease modeling
  • AI-driven IVF technologies for precision sperm sorting and reproductive medicine

Learn more about Prof. Warkiani’s research: Warkiani Lab

What’s Next?

Our next Smart MCs Webinar will explore 3D modeling and bioprinting technologies and their role in reproductive health and disease research. Stay tuned for updates on the date and registration details—we look forward to seeing you there.

Missed the Live Session?

If you missed the live session or want to revisit the discussion, the full recording is now available.

Watch the webinar recording below or on YouTube.

Interested in Microfluidic Devices?

We offer a range of microfluidic solutions to support research and clinical applications. If you’re interested in learning more, visit our Product Page or contact us at info@smartmcs.com.au for more details.

Thank you for being part of the Smart MCs Webinar Series, where we share valuable insights into tools and technologies shaping bioprocessing, cell biology, and related fields.

Regards,
Smart MCs Team