Author: Wing Cheung Mak Publisher: Elsevier ISBN: 012823847X Category : Technology & Engineering Languages : en Pages : 370
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Microfluidic Biosensors provides a comprehensive overview covering the most recent emerging technologies on the design, fabrication, and integration of microfluidics with transducers. These form various integrated microfluidic biosensors with device configurations ranging from 2D to 4D levels. Coverage also includes advanced printed microfluidic biosensors, flexible microfluidics for wearable biosensors, autonomous lab-on-a-chip biosensors, CMOS-base microanalysis systems, and microfluidic devices for mobile phone biosensing. The editors and contributors of this book represent both academia and industry, come from a varied range of backgrounds, and offer a global perspective. This book discusses the design and principle of microfluidic systems and uses them for biosensing applications. The microfluidic fabrication technologies covered in this book provide an up-to-date view, allowing the community to think of new ways to overcome challenges faced in this field. The focus is on existing and emerging technologies not currently being analyzed extensively elsewhere, providing a unique perspective and much-needed content. The editors have crafted this book to be accessible to all levels of academics from graduate students, researchers, and professors working in the fields of biosensors, microfluidics design, material science, analytical chemistry, biomedical devices, and biomedical engineering. It can also be useful for industry professionals working for microfluidic device manufacturers, or in the industry of biosensors and biomedical devices. - Presents an in-depth overview of microfluidic biosensors and associated emerging technologies such as printed microfluidics and novel transducers - Addresses a range of microfluidic biosensors with device configurations ranging from 2D to 4D levels - Includes the commercialization aspects of microfluidic biosensors that provide insights for scientists and engineers in research and development
Author: Yong Ren Publisher: BoD – Books on Demand ISBN: 1789844185 Category : Technology & Engineering Languages : en Pages : 184
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Microfluidics have aroused a new surge of interest in recent years in environmental and energy areas, and inspired novel applications to tackle the worldwide challenges for sustainable development. This book aims to present readers with a valuable compendium of significant advances in applying the multidisciplinary microfluidic technologies to address energy and environmental problems in a plethora of areas such as environmental monitoring and detection, new nanofluid application in traditional mechanical manufacturing processes, development of novel biosensors, and thermal management. This book will provide a new perspective to the understanding of the ever-growing importance of microfluidics.
Author: Jian Chen Publisher: Academic Press ISBN: 0323885594 Category : Science Languages : en Pages : 184
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Biosensors for Single-Cell Analysis explores a wide range of biosensor technologies and their applications in single-cell characterization and analysis. Sections cover key biophysical and chemical single-cell properties that consider proteomic, metabolic, electrical, mechanical and optical properties. Each chapter features key definitions and case studies, providing detailed guidance for researchers who want to replicate covered solutions in their work. Tutorial sections, evaluations of the current state-of-the-field and future developments are also included. Microfluidic approaches to characterization, such as microfluidic impedance flow cytometry and microfluidic flow cytometry are considered alongside more conventional approaches, such as mass spectroscopy, fluorescent and mass flow cytometry. Additionally, key types of biosensors are covered, including atomic force microscopy, micropipette aspiration, optical tweezers, microfluidic hydrodynamic stretchers, microfluidic constriction channel and microfluidic optical stretchers. - Includes chapters focused on key single-cell properties, such as proteomic, metabolic and mechanical characterization - Features case studies that illustrate the application of biosensors for single-cell analysis - Considers microfluidic approaches for each single-cell property discussed - Explores future directions for single-cell analysis and biosensor technology
Author: Dimitrios P Nikolelis Publisher: Elsevier ISBN: 0128138858 Category : Science Languages : en Pages : 474
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Nanotechnology and Biosensors shows how nanotechnology is used to create affordable, mass-produced, portable, small sized biosensors to directly monitor environmental pollutants. In addition, it provides information on their integration into components and systems for mass market applications in food analysis, environmental monitoring and health diagnostics. Nanotechnology has led to a dramatic improvement in the performance, sensitivity and selectivity of biosensors. As metal-oxide and carbon nanostructures, gold and magnetite nanoparticles, and the integration of dendrimers in biosensors using nanotechnology have contributed greatly in making biosensors more effective and affordable on a mass-market level, this book presents a timely resource on the topic. - Highlights nanotechnology-based approaches to the detection of enzyme inhibitors, direct enzymatic and microbial detection of metabolites, and nutrients using biosensors - Includes examples on how nanotechnology has lead to improvements in the construction of portable, selective and sensitive biosensing devices - Offers thorough coverage of biomarker/biosensor interaction for the rapid detection of toxicants and pollutants
Author: Paolo Bollella Publisher: MDPI ISBN: 3039438875 Category : Science Languages : en Pages : 504
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The present book is devoted to all aspects of biosensing in a very broad definition, including, but not limited to, biomolecular composition used in biosensors (e.g., biocatalytic enzymes, DNAzymes, abiotic nanospecies with biocatalytic features, bioreceptors, DNA/RNA, aptasensors, etc.), physical signal transduction mechanisms (e.g., electrochemical, optical, magnetic, etc.), engineering of different biosensing platforms, operation of biosensors in vitro and in vivo (implantable or wearable devices), self-powered biosensors, etc. The biosensors can be represented with analogue devices measuring concentrations of analytes and binary devices operating in the YES/NO format, possibly with logical processing of input signals. Furthermore, the book is aimed at attracting young scientists and introducing them to the field, while providing newcomers with an enormous collection of literature references.
Author: Manoj Kumar Pal Publisher: Elsevier ISBN: 0323955878 Category : Medical Languages : en Pages : 303
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Biosensors for Foodborne Pathogens Detection: A Rapid Detection Approach covers rapid and accurate measurement for biosensing analysis. This book is organized in a systematic way, covering basic introduction and advanced approaches in biosensing and their use in the detection of food pathogens. This compilation includes chapters such as Methods, techniques and latest developments in the detection of foodborne pathogens; Basic principles in Biosensors and bioelectronics for the foodborne pathogens; Various bio-recognition receptors used in the biosensors; Nanomaterials and signal amplification in biosensors for foodborne pathogens; electrochemical biosensors for foodborne pathogens; Optical biosensors for foodborne pathogens, and more. This book act as a comprehensive resource for researchers or scientists working in food safety, especially in microbial food spoilage detection using biosensors. - Explores biosensing in the detection of food pathogens, from basic introduction to advanced approaches - Covers advancements in electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS) based biosensors because of its enhanced sensitivity and specificity - Brings the role of nanotechnology in biosensing
Author: Kunal Mondal Publisher: Elsevier ISBN: 0128230584 Category : Technology & Engineering Languages : en Pages : 633
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Metal Oxides for Biomedical and Biosensor Applications gives an in-depth overview of the emerging research in the biomedical and biosensing applications of metal oxides, including optimization of their surface and bulk properties. Sections cover biomedical applications of metal oxides for use in cell cultures, antibacterial and antimicrobial treatments, dental applications, drug delivery, cancer therapy, immunotherapy, photothermal therapy, tissue engineering, and metal oxide-based biosensor development. As advanced and biofunctionalized nano/micro structured metal oxides are finding applications in microfluidics, optical sensors, electrochemical sensors, DNA-based biosensing, imaging, diagnosis and analysis, this book provides a comprehensive update on the topic. Additional sections cover research challenges, technology limitations, and future trends in metal oxides and their composites regarding their usage in biomedical applications. - Includes an overview of the important applications of metal oxides for biomedical and biosensing technologies - Addresses the relationship between material properties, such as structure, morphology, composition and performance - Reviews the design and fabrication strategies of metal oxides for use in medical and biosensing applications
Author: Challa S. S. R. Kumar Publisher: John Wiley & Sons ISBN: 111802933X Category : Technology & Engineering Languages : en Pages : 561
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Explores the latest applications arising from the intersection of nanotechnology and microfluidics In the past two decades, microfluidics research has seen phenomenal growth, with many new and emerging applications in fields ranging from chemistry, physics, and biology to engineering. With the emergence of nanotechnology, microfluidics is currently undergoing dramatic changes, embracing the rising field of nanofluidics. This volume reviews the latest devices and applications stemming from the merging of nanotechnology with microfludics in such areas as drug discovery, bio-sensing, catalysis, electrophoresis, enzymatic reactions, and nanomaterial synthesis. Each of the ten chapters is written by a leading pioneer at the intersection of nanotechnology and microfluidics. Readers not only learn about new applications, but also discover which futuristic devices and applications are likely to be developed. Topics explored in this volume include: New lab-on-a-chip systems for drug delivery Integration of microfluidics with nanoneuroscience to study the nervous system at the single-cell level Recent applications of nanoparticles within microfluidic channels for electrochemical and optical affinity biosensing Novel microfluidic approaches for the synthesis of nanomaterials Next-generation alternative energy portable power devices References in each chapter guide readers to the primary literature for further investigation of individual topics. Overall, scientists, researchers, engineers, and students will not only gain a new perspective on what has been done, but also the nanotechnology tools they need to develop the next generation of microfluidic devices and applications. Microfluidic Devices for Nanotechnology is a two-volume publication, the first ever to explore the synergies between microfluidics and nanotechnology. The first volume covers fundamental concepts; this second volume examines applications.
Author: Michael R. Hamblin Publisher: Academic Press ISBN: 0128187921 Category : Technology & Engineering Languages : en Pages : 352
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Biomedical Applications of Microfluidic Devices introduces the subject of microfluidics and covers the basic principles of design and synthesis of actual microchannels. The book then explores how the devices are coupled to signal read-outs and calibrated, including applications of microfluidics in areas such as tissue engineering, organ-on-a-chip devices, pathogen identification, and drug/gene delivery. This book covers high-impact fields (microarrays, organ-on-a-chip, pathogen detection, cancer research, drug delivery systems, gene delivery, and tissue engineering) and shows how microfluidics is playing a key role in these areas, which are big drivers in biomedical engineering research. This book addresses the fundamental concepts and fabrication methods of microfluidic systems for those who want to start working in the area or who want to learn about the latest advances being made. The subjects covered are also an asset to companies working in this field that need to understand the current state-of-the-art. The book is ideal for courses on microfluidics, biosensors, drug targeting, and BioMEMs, and as a reference for PhD students. The book covers the emerging and most promising areas of biomedical applications of microfluidic devices in a single place and offers a vision of the future. - Covers basic principles and design of microfluidics devices - Explores biomedical applications to areas such as tissue engineering, organ-on-a-chip, pathogen identification, and drug and gene delivery - Includes chemical applications in organic and inorganic chemistry - Serves as an ideal text for courses on microfluidics, biosensors, drug targeting, and BioMEMs, as well as a reference for PhD students
Author: Raju Khan Publisher: Academic Press ISBN: 0323859895 Category : Science Languages : en Pages : 478
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Advanced Biosensors for Virus Detection: Smart Diagnostics to Combat Against the SARS-CoV2 Pandemic covers the development of biosensor-based approaches for the diagnosis and prognosis of viral infections, specifically coronaviruses. The book discusses wide-ranging topics of available biosensor-based technologies and their application for early viral detection. Sections cover the emergence of SARS-CoV, MERS-CoV and SARS-CoV2, the global health response, the impact on affected populations, state-of-the art biomarkers, and risk factors. Specific focus is given to COVID-19, with coverage of genomic profiling, strain variation and the pathogenesis of SARS-CoV2. In addition, current therapeutics, nano-abled advancements and challenges in the detection of SARS-CoV2 and COVID-19 management are discussed, along with the role of nanomaterials in the development of biosensors and how biosensors can be scaled up for clinical applications and commercialization. - Deals with biosensors-based approaches that could be exploited to design and develop high throughput, rapid and cost-effective diagnostics technologies for the early detection of viral infections - Illustrates the development of multiplexed, miniaturized analytical systems for point-of-care applications - Provides information about fabrication protocols for various biosensor based diagnostic approaches that could be directly implemented to develop a novel biosensor - Includes the past, present and future status of biosensors, along with information about biosensors currently under clinical trials
Author: Wing Cheung Mak
Author: Yong Ren
Author: Jian Chen
Author: Dimitrios P Nikolelis
Author: Paolo Bollella
Author: Manoj Kumar Pal
Author: Kunal Mondal
Author: Challa S. S. R. Kumar
Author: Michael R. Hamblin
Author: Raju Khan