A biosensor is a device that produces a measurable signal proportional to the concentration of the target analyte. It usually consists of four parts, namely a bioreceptor, a transducer, a signal processor that converts the electronic signal into the desired signal, and an interface for display. Nanomaterials are widely used in the fabrication of biosensors to improve analytical performance because they can increase the surface area, amplify the response signal, and lower the detection limit. Nanomaterials can also improve bioreceptor immobilization in biosensors, maintain bioreceptor activity over time, facilitate signal amplification, and improve overall sensor performance. Conducting clinical trials with nanomaterials to develop wearable and portable biosensors will help us gain a more detailed and realistic understanding of patient physiology, behavior, and response to treatment.
The goal of this Research Topic is to build a research community of authors and readers to discuss the latest research and develop new ideas and research directions in nanomaterials, biosensors, and bioassays. This issue focuses on current research topics in nanomaterials (e.g., nanoclusters, nanoparticles, nanorods, nanofibers, nanostructures, thin films, membranes, and hydrogels) used in biosensors and biotests. The goal is to find out how these nanomaterials can be developed for specific bioanalytical applications. The various methods for synthesizing and characterizing nanomaterials are being explored, as are the development and fabrication of biosensors that use nanomaterials as building blocks. Recent developments in bioanalytical applications in health diagnostics, food freshness, and bioprocessing will be covered.
We welcome contributions on nanomaterial-based biosensors, including but not limited to the development of new nanomaterials and sensitive detection methods that can be used as transduction platforms in biosensors. Particular areas of interest include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Provides a detailed study of how nanomaterials are used to improve sensing capabilities in biosensors
- Addresses the role of nanomaterials in bioconjugation and the construction of biointerfaces for use in biosensors
- Discusses the properties, characterization methods, and preparation techniques of nanomaterials for bioanalytical applications
- Addresses the role of nanomaterials in enabling easy miniaturization, automation, affordability, end-use suitability, and sustainability of bioanalytical devices.
Both research papers and review articles will be considered. We look forward to your participation in this Research Topic and invite you to join us.
A biosensor is a device that produces a measurable signal proportional to the concentration of the target analyte. It usually consists of four parts, namely a bioreceptor, a transducer, a signal processor that converts the electronic signal into the desired signal, and an interface for display. Nanomaterials are widely used in the fabrication of biosensors to improve analytical performance because they can increase the surface area, amplify the response signal, and lower the detection limit. Nanomaterials can also improve bioreceptor immobilization in biosensors, maintain bioreceptor activity over time, facilitate signal amplification, and improve overall sensor performance. Conducting clinical trials with nanomaterials to develop wearable and portable biosensors will help us gain a more detailed and realistic understanding of patient physiology, behavior, and response to treatment.
The goal of this Research Topic is to build a research community of authors and readers to discuss the latest research and develop new ideas and research directions in nanomaterials, biosensors, and bioassays. This issue focuses on current research topics in nanomaterials (e.g., nanoclusters, nanoparticles, nanorods, nanofibers, nanostructures, thin films, membranes, and hydrogels) used in biosensors and biotests. The goal is to find out how these nanomaterials can be developed for specific bioanalytical applications. The various methods for synthesizing and characterizing nanomaterials are being explored, as are the development and fabrication of biosensors that use nanomaterials as building blocks. Recent developments in bioanalytical applications in health diagnostics, food freshness, and bioprocessing will be covered.
We welcome contributions on nanomaterial-based biosensors, including but not limited to the development of new nanomaterials and sensitive detection methods that can be used as transduction platforms in biosensors. Particular areas of interest include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Provides a detailed study of how nanomaterials are used to improve sensing capabilities in biosensors
- Addresses the role of nanomaterials in bioconjugation and the construction of biointerfaces for use in biosensors
- Discusses the properties, characterization methods, and preparation techniques of nanomaterials for bioanalytical applications
- Addresses the role of nanomaterials in enabling easy miniaturization, automation, affordability, end-use suitability, and sustainability of bioanalytical devices.
Both research papers and review articles will be considered. We look forward to your participation in this Research Topic and invite you to join us.