Graphene -Enhanced Rapid Pathogen Detection Biosensor Batch mates: Aadithya G Devabharathi M.S Adhitya K COLLEGE NAME: SRI MANAKULA VINAYAGAR ENGINEERING COLLEGE
This study presents a graphene-enhanced biosensor for rapid pathogen detection. The biosensor utilizes graphene's unique properties to enhance sensitivity and speed of detection. Experimental results demonstrate the biosensor's ability to detect pathogens with high accuracy and efficiency, making it promising for applications in rapid pathogen screening and diagnosis Abstract
Introduction Graphene Graphene is an allotrope of carbon consisting of a single layer of atoms arranged in a hexagonal lattice nanostructure A B Accurate pathogen detection in healthcare. Biosensor for rapid pathogen detection Biosensors in early stages quickly detect biomolecules or pathogens, aiding timely disease diagnosis and improving treatment outcomes
Objective Develop a portable biosensor using graphene -based materials Functionalize graphene surface with specific antibodies or aptamers for selective binding. Evaluate biosensor performance using clinical samples.
Graphene's Properties 1 High surface area, conductivity, and biocompatibility . 2 Ideal for biosensor applications due to unique properties. 3 Single layer of carbon atoms in a two-dimensional lattice.
Exceptional Strength High Conductivity Large Surface Area Flexibility and Transparency Lightweight Tunable Properties Environmental Friendliness Advantage
Biosensor Design Utilize graphene's high surface area and conductivity. Implement microfluidic system for sample handling and integration with biosensor platform. Functionalize graphene surface with specific antibodies/ aptamers for selective binding.
How Graphene differ from other semiconductor device
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Workflow 1 2 4 3 Sample collection : Clinical samples ( e.g.,blood , saliva, urine) 1 Sample processing : Integration with microfluidic system for efficient handling. 2 Detection: Interaction between pathogen biomarkers and functionalized graphene surface. 3 Signal amplification: Graphene's conductivity enhances detection sensitivity. 4
Applications Application Clinical diagnostics: Early detection of infectious diseases (e.g., bacterial or viral infections) . Point-of-care testing: Portable biosensor for on-site pathogen detection. Public health surveillance: Monitoring of disease outbreaks and epidemiological studies.
Potential Impact A Timely intervention Early detection enables prompt treatment and containment of infectious diseases . B Cost-effective solution Portable biosensor reduces the need for centralized laboratory facilities . C Improved patient outcomes Enhanced diagnostic accuracy leads to better healthcare management .
Conclusion Graphene -based biosensor offers a promising solution for rapid pathogen detection. Future directions: Optimization of biosensor performance, scalability for mass production.