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Biosensors in Precision Medicine: From Fundamentals to Future Trends covers important topics regarding biomarkers, including biomarker discovery, validation, application in precision medicine, the principles of biosensors, their use in precision medicine, important analytical parameters, recent advances in bioreceptors and transduction, and more. Finally, the hottest trends of biosensors in precision medicine, including lab-on-a-chip and wearable devices, advances towards telemedicine, machine learning, artificial intelligence and the commerciality of these devices are discussed. Provides a timely review of the state-of-the-art developments in biosensors and their applications in precision medicine Presents an evaluation of case studies, along with real-life examples Addresses recent trends on biosensors for precision medicine

Approx.296 pages Focuses on integrative approaches of the enzyme nanoparticle synthesis and its applications on biomedicine, biosensors, and biocatalysis Encloses the potential challenges and developments of enzyme incorporated nanoparticles Discusses the vital activities of nanozymes in enzyme mimicking processes and prudent bio-catalytic efficiency Covers the latest methods and procedures involved in enzyme-incorporated nanomaterials

"This booklet is a comprehensive overview of anti-fouling strategies for small boat owners. Every boat owner knows that fouling growth, such as algae, barnacles, mussels and worms, can slow sail boats and increase fuel consumption for power boats. Many anti-fouling paints, however, contain copper that ends up contaminating coastal waters. A number of effective alternatives such as frequent hull cleaning and the use of nontoxic bottom coatings (a variety of which are described here in detail) can help reduce pollution. Included is a list of products with manufacturer comments"--National Sea Grant Library publication website.

Biofouling is a costly problem, and it is encountered in a wide spectrum of technical systems, ranging from the shipping industry, power industry, water purification, automobile industry, paint and pharmaceuticals, to the microelectronics and food industries. Micro- and macroorganisms attach to surfaces and accumulate there, forming biofilms that cause interferences – a fundamentally natural process. Usually, a medical paradigm is applied: kill biofilms and the problem is solved. This leads to excessive biocide use. However, the success of this strategy is very limited; furthermore it leads to equipment damage and environmental pollution. Simply trying to kill the fouling organisms is clearly not seen as a successful strategy while cleaning is put forward as much more important. In this book, strategies to prevent adhesion, to mitigate the extent and effects of biofouling, and to detect and remove fouling layers are presented. Holistic approaches to the fouling process are elaborated, taking into account options such as nutrient limitation, repellent and easy-to-clean surfaces for fouling layer limitation, and replacing biocides with more environmentally friendly methods – in other words: learning how to live with fouling biofilms without suffering the damage they can do.