48: Nanobiosensors: Nanotechnology for Next Generation Diagnostics (ft. Dr. Arben Merkoci)

Nanotechnology is having a profound impact on the development of a new class of biosensors known as nanobiosensors. Episode 48 reveals the world of nanobiosensors, how they work, and their impactful applications as diagnostic devices.

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Today's guest is Dr. Arben Merkoci, Professor and Director of the Nanobioelectronics & Biosensors Group at the Catalan Institute of Nanoscience and Nanotechnology in Barcelona. He discusses his research on the design and application of innovative nanotechnology and nanobiosensors with a focus on diagnostic devices.

In this conversation, we discuss the following topics:

• What exactly is a nanobiosensor, and what nanomaterials are they typically made of?
• What properties make these nanomaterials optimal for biosensing applications?
• How can these nanoparticles be functionalized with specific receptors to detect different cancer cells?
• What opportunities and future innovations are possible with the incorporation of Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence in nanobiosensors?
• Advice for MSE students who would like to pursue research involving nanotechnology and biosensors

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