The Microfluidics Cluster at the University of the Basque Country (UPV/EHU) has achieved outstanding visibility for its recent innovation—a portable, low-cost device that enables the simple extraction of high-quality platelet-rich plasma (PRP) without the need for complex laboratory equipment.

Following its publication, the breakthrough was highlighted across multiple national and international outlets, reaching audiences in the hundreds of thousands. Coverage included:

National Press: Noticias de Gipuzkoa, Diario Noticias de Álava, and Deia, all underscoring the impact of the technology on regenerative medicine.

Major Spanish Media: La Vanguardia and Cadena SER brought the news to a wide national audience.

Specialized Platforms: El Médico Interactivo, IyMagazine.es, and Lab Medica presented the innovation to healthcare and biomedical communities.

International Science Communication: EurekAlert!, Medical Xpress, and Alpha Galileo disseminated the research globally, reinforcing the UPV/EHU team’s reputation in microfluidics innovation.

The wide-reaching coverage of this work underscores the Microfluidics Cluster’s role as a leader in translating lab-on-a-chip innovations into practical, accessible medical solutions. By bridging engineering ingenuity with clinical potential, the team has not only advanced the field but also brought the UPV/EHU name to the forefront of global scientific and medical news.