The measurement was started automatically once the cuvette was filled with analyte solution, making use of the commercial DLS software (using the python package pyAutoGUI to compensate for the lack of an application programming interface (API) of the supplied DLS software). The python script reads an input excel file for the flow parameters to be employed over the experimental series. This information in the input file included specific flow rates to be applied to each pump (pre-calculated), the number of replicates to be performed and all the other additional details about the self-assembly experimental condition including concentrations and block copolymer characteristics. Thereby, the pumps were controlled by the algorithm, first for cleaning the micromixer and tubing setup using water and THF by washing away any contaminants present.