In vitro fertilization (IVF) laboratories rely on manual pipetting, subjective assessment, and disparate equipment, which creates variability in embryo culture conditions and limits throughput. This inconsistency contributes to lower implantation rates and higher operational costs for reproductive clinics. MovaLife delivers an integrated microfluidic‑microrobotic platform that automates the most labor‑intensive steps of the IVF workflow.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
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Problem
In vitro fertilization (IVF) laboratories rely on manual pipetting, subjective assessment, and disparate equipment, which creates variability in embryo culture conditions and limits throughput. This inconsistency contributes to lower implantation rates and higher operational costs for reproductive clinics.
Solution
MovaLife delivers an integrated microfluidic‑microrobotic platform that automates the most labor‑intensive steps of the IVF workflow. Precision‑engineered microfluidic chips provide a controlled microenvironment for embryo culture, while microrobotic manipulators perform non‑invasive cell handling with sub‑micron accuracy. An AI‑driven analytics layer continuously monitors key physiological parameters, detects deviations, and recommends protocol adjustments in real time. All data are streamed to a secure cloud service where they are aggregated, visualized, and stored for longitudinal analysis. The system is designed as a plug‑and‑play module that can be retrofitted to existing incubators and laboratory information management systems (LIMS), enabling clinics to standardize procedures without major infrastructure changes.
Target Audience
The primary customers are IVF clinics and embryology laboratories that require high‑throughput, reproducible embryo culture, as well as research institutions developing assisted reproductive technologies.
Features
- Microfluidic culture chambers fabricated with biocompatible polymers that maintain stable temperature, pH, and gas exchange for up to 7 days
- Microrobotic end‑effectors equipped with optical tweezers and force feedback for automated oocyte/embryo manipulation and grading
- Real‑time AI analytics that extract morphokinetic metrics, predict developmental potential, and generate actionable alerts
- Closed‑loop control loop that adjusts flow rates, media composition, and environmental parameters based on sensor feedback
- Modular hardware architecture compatible with standard IVF incubators and LIMS via RESTful APIs and HL7/FHIR interfaces
- Cloud‑native data platform with end‑to‑end encryption, role‑based access, and audit trails for regulatory compliance
- 3‑D printed microrobots produced on‑demand, reducing lead time and enabling rapid design iteration
- Remote diagnostics and firmware updates through an integrated fleet‑management console