A Tiny Tattoo for a Tabby

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Researchers from the Institute of Industrial Science, The University of Tokyo developed an alternative labelling method called "bio-tagging", which is a microneedle array system that can safely deliver ink in the form of unique number or letter sequences for the identification of animals, which can be used for pets or livestock. This method may be useful for various applications in animal research and management.

2024.01.11

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A Tiny Tattoo for a Tabby

#UTokyo_IIS create customizable polymer molds to produce cost-effective arrays of microneedles that can be used to uniquely identify pets with alphanumeric symbols instead of tags or collars.

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