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Automated cell processing methods, modules, instruments, and systems

  • US 10,421,959 B1
  • Filed: 05/14/2019
  • Issued: 09/24/2019
  • Est. Priority Date: 06/30/2017
  • Status: Active Grant
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1. An automated stand-alone multi-module cell editing instrument for performing recursive nuclease editing comprising:

  • a receptacle configured to receive cells;

    one or more receptacles configured to receive nucleic acids;

    a growth module for growing cells for transformation;

    a filtration module to concentrate the cells and render the cells electrocompetent;

    a transformation module configured to introduce the nucleic acids into the cells;

    a nuclease-directed editing module configured to allow the introduced nucleic acids to edit nucleic acids in the cells;

    a processor configured to operate the automated multi-module cell editing instrument based on user input and/or selection of a pre-programmed script; and

    an automated liquid handling system to move liquids from the cell receptacle to the growth module, from the growth module to the filtration module, from the filtration module to the transformation module, from the transformation module to the nuclease-directed editing module, and from the nuclease-directed editing module to the growth module, without user intervention.

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