Protein Microarray Technology

This book is the first of its kind in the field of protein microarrays and addresses novel strategies for constructing highly functional and biocompatible microarrays for screening proteins.

The list of authors consisting of world leading experts provide a roadmap for solving the complex challenges that are currently faced while monitoring protein-protein interactions over a wide range of microarray platforms. In doing so, they also offer a comprehensive overview of microarray surface chemistry, detection technologies, fabrication options for array development, and data analysis of numerous types of protein interactions.

Topics covered include:

• Types of biomolecular interactions
• Surface chemistry
• Detection technologies
• Spotting technologies
• Bioinformatics/data analysis

While primarily intended to serve as a reference for researchers and students embarking on the exciting fields of proteomics, drug discovery and clinical diagnostics, this technology is also expected to potentially impact the areas of food diagnostics, environmental monitoring and national security.

Dr. Dev Kambhampati has an extensive background in the areas of chemical engineering, materials science and bioanotechnology. In his current position as a Research Development Officer at the University of California, he is widely involved in initiating strategic university-industry partnerships in the areas of biotechnology, materials science and nanotechnology. Prior to this, during his tenure in industry, he was extensively involved in both research and product development activities concerning biochips and instrumentation. At Thermo Hybaid Dev Kambhampati was responsible for DNA, protein and glycochip product development that resulted in numerous publications and innovative products, while at Xomics he was instrumental in managing the R&D activities involving bio-MEMS, biochips and nano-assemblies. Dev Kambhampati has wide-ranging international experience and is a frequent speaker and consultant at leading industry and research events. In addition to his current interests, he is also working on topical projects related to homeland security and biological systems and devices that have the potential to revolutionize the next generation of biological sensors. His focus has constantly been on developing biocompatible screening platforms and advanced detection technologies some of the concepts described in great detail in the book. Dev Kambhampati’s note-worthy educational accomplishments include receiving the prestigious Max Planck Society Fellowhip and the Riotech Environmental Excellence Award.