The book provides a comprehensive guide that covers the fundamental principles and methodologies of essential bioanalytical techniques.
Bioanalytical Techniques: Principles and Applications is a comprehensive and authoritative book that explores the principles, methodologies, and applications of bioanalytical techniques in the field of life sciences. The book covers a wide range of analytical techniques used for the characterization, quantification, and analysis of biological samples, including proteins, nucleic acids, metabolites, and biomarkers. Using a multidisciplinary approach by integrating concepts from biochemistry, molecular biology, analytical chemistry, and biotechnology, this book provides a solid foundation in the fundamental principles underlying various bioanalytical techniques, such as spectroscopy, chromatography, electrophoresis, immunoassays, mass spectrometry, and biosensors. Each technique is explained in detail, including its working principles, instrumentation, data analysis, and practical considerations. The book incorporates case studies, examples, and practical tips to illustrate how these techniques are used to solve biological problems and address research questions. It also discusses emerging trends and technologies in bioanalytical techniques, such as microfluidics, nanotechnology, and omics approaches.
Readers will find the book:
- Offers comprehensive coverage of bioanalytical techniques, encompassing a wide range of methodologies, instruments, and applications through real-world case studies;
- Adopts a multidisciplinary approach, integrating concepts from biochemistry, molecular biology, analytical chemistry, and biotechnology;
- Explores emerging trends and technologies in bioanalytical techniques, such as microfluidics, nanotechnology, omics approaches, and bioinformatics;
- Includes practical guidance, troubleshooting tips, and common challenges in bioanalysis, equipping readers with valuable insights and strategies for successful experimentation and data interpretation;
- Features contributions from renowned experts and leaders in the field, ensuring the content is authoritative, up-to-date, and reflects the latest advancements in bioanalytical techniques.
Audience
Biochemists, biologists, chemists, and medical and pharmaceutical professionals interested in biomolecules, enzymology, and biochemical pathways.
Inamuddin, PhD, is an assistant professor at the Department of Applied Chemistry, Zakir Husain College of Engineering and Technology, Faculty of Engineering and Technology, Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh, India. He has extensive research experience in multidisciplinary fields of analytical chemistry, materials chemistry, electrochemistry, renewable energy, and environmental science. He has worked on different research projects funded by various government agencies and universities and is the recipient of awards, including the Department of Science and Technology, India, Fast-Track Young Scientist Award and Young Researcher of the Year Award 2020 from Aligarh Muslim University. He has published about 210 research articles in various international scientific journals, many book chapters, and dozens of edited books, many with Wiley-Scrivener.
Tariq Altalhi, PhD, is an associate professor in the Department of Chemistry at Taif University, Saudi Arabia. He received his doctorate degree from the University of Adelaide, Australia in 2014 with Dean’s Commendation for Doctoral Thesis Excellence. He has worked as head of the Chemistry Department at Taif University and Vice Dean of Science College. In 2015, one of his works was nominated for Green Tech awards from Germany, Europe’s largest environmental and business prize. He has also co-edited a number of scientific books.
Abeer Alosaimi, PhD, is an assistant professor in the Department of Chemistry at Taif University, Saudi Arabia with over 22 years of academic experience. He has over 50 publications, including one book and articles in international journals and conferences. His research interests include polymer science, nanocomposites, and organic chemistry.
Jorddy Neves Cruz is a researcher at the Federal University of Pará and the Emilio Goeldi Museum, Brazil. He has experience in multidisciplinary research in the areas of medicinal chemistry, drug design, extraction of bioactive compounds, extraction of essential oils, food chemistry and biological testing. He has published several research articles in scientific journals and is an associate editor of the Journal of Medicine.
