Elsevier Optical Biosensors: From Molecular Detection to Translational Applications (Woodhead Publishing Series in Biomaterials)

Optical Biosensors: From Molecular Detection to Translational Applications reviews the latest advances in optical biosensors for biomedical applications, from molecular detection to practical applications in diagnostics, monitoring, and therapeutics. This book addresses the need for advanced biosensing technologies that enhance sensitivity and specificity through the use of novel nanobiomaterials such as graphene quantum dots and plasmonic nanoparticles. A range of biomedical applications is covered, including neurological, cardiovascular, antimicrobial, and glucose monitoring. The integration of lab-on-a-chip devices and biosensors into microfluidic platforms is also discussed, highlighting the potential for targeted and real-time analysis. is of interest to researchers and academics in materials science, materials chemistry, biomedical engineering, and biochemistry. Explores advanced optical biosensing technologies, including graphene carbon dots, nanophotonic sensors, wearable sensors, AIEgens, and ionic liquids Utilizes real-world case studies to aid in understanding Highlights practical challenges and opportunities in the application of optical biosensors Covers a range of biomedical applications, including early cancer detection, diabetes care, heparin monitoring, pathogen detection, and more