Micro and Nano Techniques for the Handling of Biological Samples (Paperback)

Several micro- and nanomanipulation techniques have emerged in recent decades thanks to advances in micro- and nanofabrication. For instance, the atomic force microscope (AFM) uses a nano-sized tip to image, push, pull, cut, and indent biological material in air, liquid, or vacuum. Using micro- and nanofabrication techniques, scientists can make manipulation tools, such as microgrippers and nanotweezers, on the same length scale as the biological samples. Micro and Nano Techniques for the Handling of Biological Samples reviews the different techniques available to manipulate and integrate biological materials in a controlled manner, either by sliding them along a surface (2-D manipulation), or by gripping and moving them to a new position (3-D manipulation). The advantages and drawbacks are mentioned together with examples that reflect the state-of-the-art in manipulation techniques for biological samples. Thanks to the advances in micro- and nanomanipulation techniques, the integration of biomaterials with physical transducers has been possible, giving rise to new and highly sensitive biosensing devices. Although great progress has been made, challenges are still present. To understand the complex interactions between and inside biological samples, scientists will always be working on improving technologies to manipulate, transport, sort, and integrate samples in different environments. Balanced between simplicity for the beginner and hardcore theory for the more advanced readers, this book is the ideal launching point for sharpening the scientific tools required to address these challenges.

General

Imprint:	Crc Press
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Release date:	November 2018
First published:	2012
Authors:	Winnie Edith Svendsen • Maria Dimaki • Jaime Castillo-Leon
Dimensions:	234 x 156mm (L x W)
Format:	Paperback
Pages:	255
ISBN-13:	978-1-138-38199-5
Categories:	Books > Professional & Technical > Technology: general issues > Nanotechnology Books > Professional & Technical > Environmental engineering & technology > General Books > Science & Mathematics > Biology, life sciences > Life sciences: general issues > General Books > Professional & Technical > Biochemical engineering > Biotechnology > General Books > Professional & Technical > Mechanical engineering & materials > Materials science > General Promotions
LSN:	1-138-38199-3
Barcode:	9781138381995

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