Marine biological macromolecules as matrix material for biosensor fabrication

Area of Science:

• Marine Biology
• Biomaterials Science
• Biosensor Technology

Background:

• The ocean's vast biological diversity yields numerous natural products with therapeutic and biomaterial potential.
• Biosensors are crucial for early disease diagnosis, rapid molecule detection, and long-term monitoring.
• Marine biomaterials are increasingly explored for their unique properties in advanced technological applications.

Purpose of the Study:

• To review marine-derived biomaterials for biosensor development.
• To highlight the properties and applications of various marine biomaterials.
• To discuss the evolution and potential of marine biomaterials in biosensor fabrication.

Main Methods:

• Literature review focusing on marine biomaterials and their use in biosensors.
• Analysis of properties such as carbohydrate polymers, proteins, and polyacids from marine sources.
• Examination of specific marine biomaterials including alginate, chitin, chitosan, and fucoidan.

Main Results:

• Marine biomaterials exhibit excellent specificity, selectivity, biocompatibility, and thermal stability.
• A wide range of marine biomaterials can be utilized in biosensor design.
• These biosensors show promise for applications in biomedical, environmental, and agricultural sciences.

Conclusions:

• Marine biomaterials are highly valuable for creating effective and cost-efficient biosensors.
• The use of marine-derived compounds in biosensors offers significant advantages for various scientific domains.
• Continued research into marine biomaterials will drive innovation in biosensor technology.