Protein Immobilization on Nanomaterials

Erscheinungsjahr 2026
ISBN: 978-0-443-36494-5
Verlag: Elsevier Science

Buch, Englisch, 325 Seiten, Format (B × H): 191 mm x 235 mm, Gewicht: 450 g

Protein Immobilization on Nanomaterials explores advanced technologies and methodologies for immobilizing proteins on nanomaterial surfaces, highlighting their innovative applications in biotechnology, medicine, and materials engineering. This comprehensive resource is designed to educate researchers and practitioners on the latest techniques and advances in this rapidly evolving field. The book delves into various methods of protein immobilization, including physical adsorption, covalent binding, and encapsulation, providing detailed explanations and practical examples. It also covers the characterization of protein-nanomaterial conjugates using advanced analytical techniques such as spectroscopy and microscopy. Key topics include the use of protein-nanomaterial conjugates in biosensors, diagnostic devices, drug delivery systems, and environmental monitoring. With contributions from leading experts, the book presents colorful figures and practical examples to facilitate the understanding of complex concepts. It emphasizes the potential of protein immobilization technologies to drive sustainable and effective solutions to global health and environmental challenges. This book is an essential resource for academic researchers in biotechnology and nanotechnology, biochemical engineers, medical device developers, and scientists specializing in nanomaterials and surface engineering. It also serves as a valuable reference for postgraduate students and professionals in the health technology sector, providing the knowledge and tools needed to advance their work and inspire multidisciplinary innovation.

Autoren/Hrsg.

Santos, José Cleiton Sousa Dos

Fachgebiete

• Naturwissenschaften Biowissenschaften Biochemie (nichtmedizinisch)
• Naturwissenschaften Biowissenschaften Molekularbiologie

Inhaltsverzeichnis

Section I: Foundational Information
1. Introduction to Protein Immobilization
2. Types of Nanomaterials Used in Protein Immobilization

Section II: Methods and Techniques
3. Physical Adsorption Techniques
4. Covalent Binding Methods
5. Encapsulation and Entrapment
6. Characterization of Protein-Nanomaterial Conjugates

Section III: Applications and Case Studies
7. Biosensors and Diagnostic Devices
8. Drug Delivery Systems
9. Environmental and Industrial Applications

Section IV: Future Directions and Challenges
10. Emerging Trends and Innovations
11. Challenges and Opportunities
12. Ethical and Regulatory Considerations
13. Immobilization Protocol - 01
14. Immobilization Protocol - 02
15. Immobilization Protocol - 03

Über Autor(innen)

Santos, José Cleiton Sousa Dos
Prof. Dr. José Cleiton Sousa dos Santos graduated in chemistry from the State University of Ceará (Brazil) in 2008. In 2011, he obtained a master's degree in chemical engineering from the Federal University of Ceará (UFC, Brazil). In 2013, he moved to the Institute of Catalysis and Petrochemistry (ICP-CSIC) (Spain), studying new methods of immobilization-stabilization of enzymes and in 2015 he obtained his double doctorate. Graduation (double grade, UAM (Spain)/UFC (Brazil)). His research interests are the development of strategies for the preparation of improved biocatalysts: enzymatic purification, immobilization, stabilization and also reaction design. He has co-authored more than 120 articles, with an h-index of 61. He is a member of several editorial boards of international journals.