Executive Summary of the BioChips & BioMEMS Markets: 2006-2011 Analysis & Forecasts

A detailed report analyzing current trends in the dynamic and growing market for BioChips and BioMEMS including DNA chips, lab-on-a-chip, biosensors, drug delivery systems, microfluidic devices, biomems implants, silicon structures and microactuators. Data and analysis includes consumption value, manufacturing feasibility points, sources of funding/venture capital, steps to market, technology licensing revenue generation, and steps to market entry.

Summary of Report Contents

Introduction
• DCI Background • Methodology
• Scope of Report • Report Objectives
• Methodology & Sources • Statistical Notes

Section One: Technology Overview
Technology & Industry Definitions

BioMEMS Fabrication
• Nanomachining • VLSI
• Genetic Engineering and more...

BioMaterials
• Silicon • Polymers • C-MEMS • Fused Silica
• Other advanced synthetics • Hydrogels
• SU-8 • Nanomaterials

Raw Materials for Device/Packaging
• Silicon • Silicon oxide
• Nitride • Titanium Packaging
• Silicon oxide • Nitride • Other

BioMEMS and Nanotechnology
• Convergence, Impact & Opportunities
• Nanobiotechnology • Nanocoatings
• Nanomaterials • Nanoactuators
• Nanoelectrodes • Nano-optics

Obstacles to Technological Advancement
• MEMS packaging
• Biological compatibility
• Powering devices
• Device support structure
• Integration of technologies
– biotechnology
– nanotechnology
– electronic materials & fabrication
– MEMS
– optics
• Technological developments
– optics and laser technology implications
– microfluidics
– hybrid electronics

Section Two: Industry Overview

MEMS Global Market Trends and Forecasts
• Table 2.1: Total MEMS Market by Type ($MM): 2005-2011
– Commercial/Industrial – RF MEMS
– BioMEMS – Optical

BioTech Market Trends and Forecasts 2005-2011
• Table 2.2: Global Biotechnology Market Total ($MM): 2005-2011

Global Trends and Forecasts for Biochips & BioMEMS 2005-2011
• Table 2.3: World Biochips & BioMEMS Market Total by Type: 2005-2011
• Table 2.4: World Biochips & BioMEMS Demand by End-User ($MM): 2005-2011
• Table 2.5: World Biochips & BioMEMS Demand by Application ($MM): 2005-2011

Market Drivers Analyzed by End-User, Applications & Technology
• Healthcare • Government Support
• Increased End-User Acceptance
• Increased Understanding of bioMEMS Benefits
• Increased Reliability and Efficiency
• Lower costs per Chip
• Materials Cost Decreases
• Decreases in Device Production Cost
• Increased Chip Density
• Diagnostic Tools • Diagnostic Specificity

Biochips Market Focus
Biochips (Microarrays) Global Market ($MM): 2005-2011
Biochips Global Market Trends and Forecasts 2005-2011
Biochips Market by Product Type
(see categories above)
• Global Biochips Market by Product Type ($MM): 2005-2011
• Factors Affecting Growth in Demand

Biochips Market by Application
(see categories above)
• Global Biochips Market by Application ($MM): 2005-2011

Biochips in R&D Applications Market Overview

Biochips in Diagnostic Applications Market Overview

BioMEMS Market Focus
BioMEMS Global Market ($MM): 2005-2011
BioMEMS Global Market Trends and Forecasts 2005-2011

BioMEMS Market by Product Type
(see categories above)
• Global BioMEMS Market by Product Type ($MM): 2005-2011
• Factors Affecting Growth in Demand

BioMEMS Market by Application
(see categories above)
• Global BioMEMS Market by Application ($MM): 2005-2011

Technology, Product Introduction, Commercialization, and Competition
Steps to Market
• Conceptualization
• R&D/Intellectual Property
– Patents Issued
– Licensing of Rights
– Royalty Revenues as a Source of Startup Capital
• Design/Prototyping
• Packaging
• Testing
• Securing Regulatory Approval
– Regulatory Example: FDA Approval of Home Use Diagnostic Devices
• Training a Workforce
• Commercialization of Products

Manufacturing Relationships
• Foundries and Producers
• Small Labs and Industry
• Niche Players

Analysis of Issues Surrounding Market Entry
• Approach to Analyzing the Market
• Barriers to Market Development
• Limitations of Current Production Techniques
• Mass Scale Production
• Global Regulatory Environment
• Customer/End-User Understanding

Convergence of Markets and Technologies
• MEMS • Biotechnology
• IC/Semiconductor • Nanotechnology

Competitive Environment
• Player Market Shares ($MM): 2005-2006
• The Playing Field
• Intellectual Property Developers
• Academic/Research Institutions
• Raw Materials Suppliers
• Design/Software Companies
• Prototyping
• Fabricators/Foundries
• Systems Manufacturers
• Niche Players/Small Fabs/Specialty
• Biomedical Companies

Future Outlook
• Convergence of Markets
• Collaboration
• New Developments
• National/International Initiatives

Conclusions and Recommendations
• Measuring Strengths and Focus
• Market Approach: Collaboration
• Future Technologies: BioNEMS

Published: May 2006. 42 pages. Over 40 tables and charts.
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