Main description:

With the recent technological advancement usage of unique nanomaterials and bio-based composite materials as sensors has been greatly improved. Biopolymers and bio-based composite materials have especially been exploited due to their unique physical, optical, electrochemical, and biocompatible properties. In this book, experts and researchers in various sensor technology areas discuss the basics of biosensors, the methods used to synthesize different biomaterials, and the characterization and functionalization of these biomaterials. Processes for the self-assembly of biomaterials and the fabrication of biomaterials onto transducers are clearly explained. It also outlines the current status in the field and the utility of such bio-based sensors for medical diagnostics, food safety, industrial, and environmental monitoring. Besides pressure and temperature sensing applications, other applications include detecting gases, chemicals, biomolecules, body fluids, bacteria, and viruses. The book is well illustrated, and the presentation is concise and systematic throughout. Biomaterials-Based Sensors will be an ideal source of up-to-date information for all engaged in their research, design, and use.

Contents:

Part - I IntroductionBiomaterials and Biopolymers for the Development of Biosensors

Part - II Development of nanomaterials and biocomposites as sensors

Nanobiohybrid Materials for Development of Biosensors

Biosynthesis, Biofunctionalization, and Bioapplications of Manganese Nanomaterials: An Overview

Transducers in Biosensors

Self-Assembly and Fabrication of Biomaterials onto Transducers and their Characterization

Biocatalytic Sensors: Potentials, Maxims and Mechanisms for Optimal Performance

Part - III Potential role and applications of bio-based sensors

Polyhydroxyalkanoate-based sensors and their applications

An Overview of Immunosensors and their Application

Live Cells as Biosensors

Part - IV Biomaterials-based sensors for agricultural and biomedical applications

Magnetic Nanoparticles Based Novel Sensors for select biomedical/ biological science applications

Electrochemical Biosensors in Agricultural and Veterinary Applications

The Applications of Biosensors and Biochips for Prognosis and Diagnosis of Diseases