IonTorrent
IonTorrent is a next-generation semiconductor sequencing technology developed by Thermo Fisher Scientific. It differs from other next-generation sequencing platforms by employing a semiconductor-based detection method rather than fluorescence or other optical signals. The core principle of IonTorrent sequencing relies on the detection of hydrogen ions (protons) released during the polymerization of DNA.
The process begins with the preparation of DNA libraries, which are then attached to microbeads. These microbeads
IonTorrent technology offers several advantages, including speed, cost-effectiveness, and a simplified workflow. Its ability to directly