Micro and Nano Manipulations for Biomedical Applications

This single authoritative volume takes biodevice research and development to the next level, covering the latest advances in biomedical microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) and nanoelectromechanical systems (NEMS). This applications-focused book covers everything from fundamental mechanics of microactuators to the most recent breakthroughs in the biomanipulation and actuation of cells and genes. This trailblazing work brings practitioners and researchers up to speed on the synthesis and use of metallic nanoparticles and semiconductor nanocrystal quantum dots with their unique electronic and optical properties in biosensing and drug delivery applications. Moreover, it explores the latest advances in micro and nano manipulation techniques.

Ilie Talpasanu is an assistant professor at Wentworth Institute of Technology.