Nanopatterning and Nanoscale Devices for Biological Applications

<p>Nanoscale techniques and devices have had an explosive influence on research in life sciences and bioengineering.<b> </b>Reflecting this influence <b>Nanopatterning and Nanoscale Devices for Biological Applications</b> provides valuable insight into the latest developments in nanoscale technologies for the study of biological systems. Written and edited by experts in the field this first-of-its-kind collection of topics:</p><ul> <p> </p> <li>Covers device fabrication methods targeting the substrate on the nanoscale through surface modification</li> <li>Explores the generation of nanostructured biointerfaces and bioelectronics elements</li> <li>Examines microfluidically generated droplets as reactors enabling nanoscale sample preparation and analysis</li> <li>Gives an overview of key biosensors and integrated devices with nanoscale functionalities</li> <li>Discusses the biological applications of nanoscale devices including a review of nanotechnology in tissue engineering</li> </ul><p>Readers gain a deep understanding of the cutting-edge applications of nanotechnologies in biological engineering and learn how to apply the relevant scientific concepts to their own research. <b>Nanopatterning and Nanoscale Devices for Biological Applications </b>is the definitive reference for researchers in engineering biology and biomedicine and for anyone exploring the newest trends in this innovative field.</p>