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The Use of a β-lactamase-based Conductimetric Biosensor Assay to Detect Biomolecular Interactions
Published on: February 1, 2018
Enzymatic biosensors
Jeffrey D Newman1, Steven J Setford
1Institute of BioScience and Technology, Cranfield University, Silsoe, Bedfordshire MK45 4DT, United Kingdom. j.d.newman@cranfield.ac.uk
Abstract:
The biosensor field has grown enormously since the first demonstration of the biosensor concept by Leland C. Clark, Jr. in 1962. Today's biosensor market is dominated by glucose biosensors, mass-produced enzyme electrodes for the rapid self-diagnosis of blood glucose levels by diabetes sufferers. Here we take a historical look at the inception, growth, and development of the enzyme biosensor field from a commercial viewpoint. The current status of the technology is evaluated and future trends in this dynamic and fast-moving field are also anticipated.
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