The phrase "biological assays" refers to scientific tests or experiments that are done to study and measure the effects of substances or drugs on living organisms. Full definition
Suite of biological assays (Autophagy, Apoptosis, Signalling cascades) for investigating interactions of lipid droplets and components with cells (dcu.ie)
The methodology might also be used in the development of dye - sensitised force sensors or in force - responsive fluorescent tags for biological assays. (chemistryworld.com)
Jenny Hu's thesis, «A Microfluidic Platform for High Throughput Biological Assays,» is about a technique to make quick, cheap genetic tests. (discovermagazine.com)