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Smart Nanodevices for Point-of-Care Applications examines the latest trends on the capabilities of nanomaterials for point-of-care (PoC) diagnostics and explains how these materials can help to strengthen, miniaturize, and improve the quality of diagnostic devices. A thorough explanation of all-in-one nanosmart devices is included, incorporating all of the applications and fundamentals of these smart devices.

This book provides practical information on the following: novel and effective smart materials, better-quality health management, effective management of a disease, potential point-of-care devices, and mobile nanosensors.

Additional Features

    • Includes in-depth research based collation of the latest trends of smart devices
    • Provides practical information on all-in-one nanosmart devices
    • Explains how nanomaterials can help to strengthen and improve the quality of diagnostic devices
    • Emphasizes the development of smart nanodevices, especially the miniaturization aspect

    Author(s): Suvardhan Kanchi, Rajasekhar Chokkareddy, Mashallah Rezakazemi
    Publisher: CRC Press
    Year: 2022

    Language: English
    Pages: 360
    City: Boca Raton

    Cover
    Half Title
    Title Page
    Copyright Page
    Table of Contents
    Preface
    About the Editors
    Contributors
    Chapter 1 Antimicrobial Applications of Nanodevices Prepared from Metallic Nanoparticles and Their Role in Controlling Infectious Diseases
    1.1 Introduction
    1.2 Different Types of Metal Nanoparticles
    1.2.1 Silver Nanoparticles
    1.2.2 Gold Nanoparticles
    1.2.3 Zinc Nanoparticles
    1.2.4 Selenium Nanoparticles
    1.2.5 Copper Nanoparticles
    1.3 Antimicrobial Activity of Metallic Nanoparticles
    1.3.1 Gold Nanoparticles
    1.3.2 Silver Nanoparticles
    1.3.3 Selenium Nanoparticles
    1.3.4 Zinc Nanoparticles
    1.3.5 Copper Nanoparticles
    1.4 Metallic Nanoparticles and Their Role in Controlling Infectious Pathogens
    1.5 Conclusion
    References
    Chapter 2 Asthma Epidemiology, Etiology, Pathophysiology and Management in the Current Scenario
    2.1 Introduction
    2.2 Epidemiology of Asthma
    2.3 Etiology and Risk Factors of Asthma
    2.4 Pathophysiology of Asthma
    2.4.1 Diagnosis of Asthma
    2.4.2 Current Treatments Available for Asthma
    2.4.2.1 First-Line Allopathic Treatments
    2.4.2.2 Additional Allopathic and Surgical Therapies
    2.5 Aromatherapy
    2.6 Ayurvedic Treatments
    2.7 Yogas and Aasnas
    2.8 Diet
    2.9 Recently Approved Monoclonal Antibodies for Asthma Treatment
    2.10 Recent Research and Novel Treatments
    2.11 Conclusion
    References
    Chapter 3 Recent Trends in Evaluating the Mechanistic Aspects of Alzheimer’s Disease and Its Diagnosis with Smart Devices
    3.1 Introduction
    3.2 Epidemiology
    3.3 Biomarkers
    3.3.1 Nonspecific Biomarkers
    3.3.2 Specific Biomarkers
    3.4 Digital Biomarkers and Sensors
    3.5 Recent Marketed Technologies
    3.6 Data Collection
    3.6.1 Active Data Collection
    3.6.2 Passive Data Collection
    3.6.3 Concerns for the Collection of Data
    3.6.4 Condition-Specific Metrics
    3.6.4.1 Cameras
    3.6.4.2 Accelerometer/Gyrometer
    3.6.4.3 Global Positioning System (GPS)
    3.6.4.4 Microphones
    3.6.4.5 Electrocardiogram (ECG)
    3.6.4.6 Thermometers
    3.6.4.7 Electromyogram (EMG)
    3.7 Future Prospects and Conclusion
    References
    Chapter 4 Eco-Friendly Synthesis of Metal Nanoparticles for Smart Nanodevices in the Treatment of Diseases
    4.1 Introduction
    4.2 Nanotechnology
    4.2.1 Nanoparticles
    4.2.1.1 Metal Nanoparticles
    4.2.1.2 Different Types of Metal and Metal Oxide Nanoparticles
    4.3 Biomedical Applications
    4.3.1 Antitumor and Anticancer Activity
    4.3.2 Anti-Inflammatory Activity
    4.3.3 Antimicrobial and Antioxidant Activity
    4.3.4 Wound Healing Activity
    4.4 Conclusion
    References
    Chapter 5 Raman SERS Nanodevices: The Next-Generation Multiplex Tools for Cancer Diagnostics
    5.1 Introduction
    5.1.1 Raman Spectroscopy
    5.1.2 SERS Technology
    5.1.3 SERS Enhancement Mechanism
    5.2 Design and Fabrication of SERS Labels
    5.2.1 Choice of Metal
    5.2.2 Hot Spots
    5.2.3 Raman Active Molecules
    5.2.4 Outer Protective Shell
    5.2.5 Bioconjugation
    5.3 SERS Labels in Cancer Diagnosis
    5.3.1 Cancer Screening
    5.3.2 Imaging Technique Based on SERS Detection
    5.3.3 Multifunctional Applications of SERS Labels
    5.4 Future Prospects
    References
    Chapter 6 Smartphone-Based Nanodevices for Point-of-Care Diagnostics
    6.1 Introduction
    6.2 Smartphone-Based Optical Sensors
    6.2.1 Colorimetric Biosensors and Nanodevices
    6.2.2 Fluorescence-Based Nanodevices
    6.2.3 Smartphone-Based Imaging in Nanodevices
    6.3 Smartphone-Based Electrochemical Biosensors
    6.3.1 Amperometric Smartphone Devices
    6.3.2 Potentiometric Smartphone Devices
    6.3.3 Impedimetric Smartphone Devices
    6.4 Surface Plasmon Resonance (SPR)-Based Nanodevices
    6.5 Conclusion
    Acknowledgment
    References
    Chapter 7 Current and Future Prospects in the Treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disorders
    7.1 Introduction
    7.2 Respiratory System
    7.3 Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
    7.3.1 Causes of COPD
    7.3.2 Diagnosis of COPD
    7.3.3 Factors Affecting Drug Absorption in the Respiratory System
    7.3.3.1 Physiological Factors
    7.3.3.2 Physicochemical Factors
    7.3.3.3 Pharmaceutical Factors
    7.3.4 Treatment Available for COPD
    7.4 Devices Used for Drug Delivery
    7.4.1 Metered-Dose Inhalers (MDIs)
    7.4.2 Dry Powder Inhalers
    7.4.3 Soft Mist Inhalers
    7.4.4 Nebulizers
    7.5 Supplementary Therapies
    7.6 Surgical Therapies
    7.7 Other Therapies
    7.7.1 Exercise
    7.7.2 Diet
    7.7.3 Avoiding Pollution
    7.8 Aromatherapy
    7.9 Homeopathy Treatment for COPD
    7.10 Novel Approaches to Treat COPD
    7.11 Future Prospects for COPD
    7.12 Conclusions
    References
    Chapter 8 Screening and Pharmacological Management of Neuropathic Pain
    8.1 Introduction
    8.2 Pathophysiology of Pain
    8.3 Types of Pain
    8.3.1 Psychogenic Pain
    8.3.2 Nociceptive Pain
    8.3.3 Neuropathic Pain
    8.4 Causes of Neuropathic Pain Conditions
    8.4.1 Diabetes
    8.4.2 HIV Infection
    8.4.3 Chemotherapy-Induced
    8.4.4 Herpes Infection
    8.4.5 Damage or Injury to Trigeminal Nerve
    8.4.6 Spinal Cord Injury
    8.4.7 Central Post-Stroke Pain
    8.5 Current Screening Tools for Neuropathic Pain
    8.5.1 Leeds Assessment of Neuropathic Symptoms and Signs (LANSS)
    8.5.2 Douleur Neuropathique Four Questions (DN4)
    8.5.3 ID-Pain
    8.5.4 Neuropathic Pain Scale (NPS)
    8.5.5 Pain Quality Assessment Scale (PQAS)
    8.6 Management of Neuropathic Pain
    8.6.1 Pharmacological Interventions
    8.6.2 Antidepressants
    8.6.3 Anticonvulsants
    8.6.4 Opioids
    8.6.5 Muscle Relaxants
    8.6.6 Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs
    8.6.7 Corticosteroids
    8.6.8 Topical Analgesics
    8.6.9 Newer Pharmacological Interventions
    8.6.10 Combination Pharmacotherapy
    8.7 Neuromodulation Techniques
    8.7.1 Nerve Block Therapy
    8.7.2 Psychological Therapies
    8.7.3 Physical Therapy
    References
    Chapter 9 Clinical Use of Innovative Nanomaterials in Dentistry
    9.1 Introduction
    9.2 Nanomaterial for Caries Arresting Agents
    9.3 Innovative Nanomaterials for Restoration of Dental Caries
    9.3.1 Bioactive Nanocomposites for Root Caries
    9.3.2 Nano-Modified GIC
    9.4 Nanomaterials in Minimal Invasive Dentistry for Management of Non-Pitted White Spot Lesions
    9.4.1 Nanomaterials for Enamel Remineralization
    9.4.2 Resin Infiltration Technique with Nano Enhancement
    9.4.3 Nano-Incorporated Tooth Bleaching Agents
    9.5 Nanomaterials for Esthetic Intervention
    9.5.1 Pitted Enamel Defects
    9.5.2 Fragment Reattachment
    9.5.3 Esthetic Buildup of Fractured Anterior Teeth
    9.6 Nano-Modified Caries Vaccine
    9.7 Nano-Enhanced Orthodontic Materials
    9.7.1 Nano-Coated Orthodontic Archwires
    9.7.2 Silver Nanoparticle-Coated Orthodontic Appliances
    9.8 Dental Nanorobots
    9.8.1 Nano Anesthesia
    9.8.2 Nanorobotic Dentrifices (Dentifrobots)
    9.9 Conclusion
    References
    Chapter 10 Graphene-Based Electrochemicals and Biosensors for Multifaceted Applications in Healthcare
    10.1 Introduction to Electrochemical Sensors and Their Significance in Healthcare
    10.2 Graphene: An Efficient Electrode Modifier for EC Sensing
    10.3 Functionalized Graphene as an EC Sensor
    10.4 Classification of Electrochemical and Biosensors Based on Transduction
    10.5 Graphene-Based EC Sensors for Dopamine
    10.6 Graphene-Based EC Biosensor
    10.7 Conclusions and Future Scope
    References
    Chapter 11 Latest Trends in Bioimaging Using Quantum Dots
    11.1 Introduction
    11.2 Modification in Quantum Dots for Specific Labeling
    11.2.1 Application of Quantum Dots in Bioimaging
    11.2.1.1 QDs as a Nanoprobe for Labeling of Lipids
    11.2.1.2 QDs for Imaging of Neurons
    11.2.2.3 QDS for In Vitro Imaging
    11.2.2.4 QDS for In Vivo Imaging
    11.3 Heavy Metal–Free QDs for Ex Vivo Imaging
    11.3.1 Graphene Quantum Dots (GQDs)
    11.3.2 Semiconductor Quantum Dots
    11.3.3 Near-Infrared Quantum Dots (NIR QDs)
    11.3.4 Fluorescent Jelly Quantum Dots
    11.3.5 PEG-Coated Biocompatible Quantum Dots
    11.4 QDs for Transfection
    11.5 Future Perspective or Conclusion
    Acknowledgments
    References
    Chapter 12 Quantum Dots as a Versatile Tool for Bioimaging Applications
    12.1 Introduction
    12.2 Synthesis of QDs
    12.3 Optical Properties
    12.4 The Application of QDs to Cell Imaging
    12.4.1 Cell Staining
    12.4.2 Fluorescence Probe and Sensor
    12.4.3 Living Cell Tracking
    12.5 Quantum Dots for Multiplexed Bioimaging
    12.6 In Vitro and In Vivo Imaging Applications of Quantum Dots
    12.7 Challenges
    12.8 Cytotoxicity
    12.9 Future Prospects
    12.10 Conclusion
    Declaration of Competing Interest
    Acknowledgment
    References
    Chapter 13 Nanodevices for Drug Delivery Systems
    13.1 Introduction
    13.2 Nano-Drug Delivery Systems
    13.2.1 Liposomes
    13.2.2 Polymer Micellar Co-Delivery System
    13.2.3 Dendritic Macromolecules
    13.2.4 Inorganic Metallic/Non-Metallic Nanomaterials
    13.2.5 Composite Nanomaterials
    13.3 Drug Delivery Process
    13.3.1 Targeting Mechanism for Nano-Drug Delivery System
    13.3.2 Natural Product-Based Drug Delivery
    13.3.3 Biomedical Application of Nanoparticles for Diagnosis and Treatment
    13.4 Conclusion
    References
    Chapter 14 Nanodevices for the Detection of Cancer Cells
    14.1 Introduction
    14.2 Application of Nanodevices for Recognition of Cancer Cells
    14.2.1 Aptamer-Conjugated Nanomaterials for Specific Cell Recognition
    14.2.2 Nanotechnology in Cancer Diagnosis
    14.2.3 Tools Based on Nanotechnology to Be Used in Cancer Diagnosis
    14.2.3.1 Near-Infrared (NIR) Quantum Dots
    14.2.3.2 Nanoshells
    14.2.3.3 Colloidal Gold Nanoparticles
    14.2.4 Recognition of Circulating Tumor Cells
    14.2.5 Detection through Cell Surface Protein Recognition
    14.2.6 Detection Based on mRNA
    14.2.7 Nanotechnology for In Vivo Imaging
    14.2.7.1 Passive Targeting
    14.2.7.2 Active Targeting
    14.3 Application of Nanodevices in Delivery of Anticancer Drugs
    14.4 Nanoparticle-Based Drug Formulations
    14.5 Characteristics of Nanoparticle Drug Formulations
    14.5.1 Size of Particle
    14.5.2 Surface Properties
    14.5.3 Drug Loading and Release
    14.5.4 Passive and Active Targeting
    14.5.5 Targeted Drug Delivery
    14.6 Application of Nanoparticle Technology
    14.6.1 Nanoparticles: Particles Having Unique Properties to Be Considered as Delivery Vehicles
    14.7 Types of Nanoparticle Carriers
    14.7.1 Liposomes
    14.7.2 Bionanocapsules
    14.7.3 Gold Nanoparticles
    14.7.4 Polymeric Nanoparticles
    14.7.5 Chitosan Nanoparticles
    14.7.6 PLGA Nanoparticles
    14.7.7 Cyclodextrin Nanoparticles
    14.7.8 Polymeric Micelles
    14.7.9 Dendrimers
    14.7.10 Inorganic Nanoparticles
    14.8 Therapeutic Application for Cancer Cells
    14.9 Conclusion
    14.9.1 Cancer Treatments Using Nanotechnology
    References
    Chapter 15 Nanomaterial-Modified Pencil Graphite Electrode as a Multiplexed Low-Cost Point-of-Care Device
    15.1 Introduction
    15.2 Material Constituent and Quality
    15.3 Design and Characterization
    15.4 Inbuilt Attributes and Properties
    15.5 Application in Biomedical Platforms
    15.5.1 Usage/Applicability in Real-Life Scenarios
    15.6 Bottlenecks
    15.7 Conclusion and Future Prospects
    Acknowledgment
    References
    Chapter 16 An Outbreak of Oxidative Stress in Pathogenesis of Alzheimer’s Disease
    16.1 Introduction
    16.2 Sources of Free Radicals
    16.2.1 Mitochondria as a Site of Free Radical Generation
    16.2.2 Peroxisomes as a Site of Free Radical Generation
    16.2.3 Endoplasmic Reticulum as a Site of Free Radical Generation
    16.3 Hallmarks of AD
    16.4 Role of Cholesterol in AD
    16.5 Molecular Link of OS with Abeta-Induced Toxicity
    16.6 Proteins Involved in AD
    16.7 Lethal Consequences of AD
    16.8 Conclusion
    Credit Author’s Statement
    Declaration of Competing Interest
    Acknowledgments
    References
    Chapter 17 Applications of Nanotechnology and Nanodevices for the Early-Stage Detection of Cancer Cells
    17.1 Introduction
    17.2 The Aim and Objective of This Chapter
    17.3 Application Areas of Nanodevices
    17.3.1 Role of Nanotechnology and Nanodevices in Cancer Detection
    17.3.2 Gold Nanoparticles
    17.3.3 Gold Nanoparticles in Photo-Thermal Therapy and Photo-Imaging
    17.3.4 Quantum Dots
    17.3.5 Quantum Dot Applications in Cancer Imaging and Cancer Detection
    17.3.6 Cellular Targeting and Imaging
    17.3.7 In Vivo Targeting and Imaging
    17.3.8 Nanowires
    17.3.9 Nanoshells
    17.3.10 Photo-Thermal Ablation Therapy
    17.4 Conclusion
    References
    Chapter 18 Nanoparticles: The Promising Future of Advanced Diagnosis and Treatment of Neurological Disorders
    18.1 Introduction
    18.2 Neurological Disorders and Nanoparticles
    18.2.1 Polymeric Nanoparticle Technology (PNT)
    18.2.2 Magnetic Iron-Oxide Nanotechnology (MFN)
    18.2.3 Exosomes and Liposomes (E and L)
    18.2.4 Gold Nanoparticles (AuNP)
    18.3 Diagnostic Bio-Barcoding of Enzymes
    18.3.1 Fluorescent Labeling to Detect Cellular Abnormalities
    18.3.2 Biosensors to Detect Cognitive Decline and Neurotransmitters
    18.3.3 Colorimetric Method to Analyze Inflammatory Mediators
    18.3.4 Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) Method
    18.3.5 Biochips to Detect Changes in the Brain
    18.4 Applications of Nanotechnology in CNS Disorders
    18.4.1 Epilepsy
    18.4.2 Alzheimer’s Disease
    18.4.3 Parkinson’s Disease
    18.4.4 Huntington’s Disease
    18.4.5 Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
    18.5 Nanoparticles in Detection of Neurological Cancers
    18.5.1 Detection of Extracellular Biomarkers of Cancer
    18.5.2 Proteins as Biomarkers
    18.5.3 Detection of Micro-RNA (miR) as a Biomarker
    18.5.4 Detection of Extracellular Vesicles (EV)
    18.5.5 Circulating DNA (ctDNA) as Biomarkers
    18.6 Detection of Cancer Cells in the Direct Method
    18.6.1 Detection of Circulating Cells
    18.6.2 Detection of Cells via Surface Protein Detection
    18.6.3 Detection by Targeting the Tumors by Imaging
    18.6.4 Passive Targeting
    18.6.5 Active Targeting
    18.7 Ongoing Clinical Trials
    18.8 Bioimaging
    18.8.1 Nanoparticles in Bioimaging
    18.8.1.1 Imaging Using Fluorescence
    18.8.1.2 Raman Scattering
    18.8.1.3 Imaging Using Persistent Luminescence
    18.8.1.4 Imaging Using Photoacoustics
    18.9 Tissue Engineering in Neurology with Nano-Scaffolds
    18.10 Neuro Knitting
    18.11 Future Prospects
    18.11.1 NEMS: Nanoelectromechanical Devices
    18.11.2 Artificial Intelligence in Nanotechnology
    18.12 Conclusion
    References
    Chapter 19 Advances in Regenerative Medicine and Nano-Based Biomaterials
    19.1 Introduction to Regenerative Medicine
    19.1.1 Advantages of Regenerative Medicine
    19.1.2 Disadvantages
    19.2 Common Biomaterials Used in Regenerative Medicine
    19.2.1 Bioactive Ceramics
    19.2.2 Polymeric Biomaterials
    19.2.3 Composites
    19.3 Biomedical Applications of New Classes of Scaffolds
    19.4 Hydrogels as Tissue Engineering Scaffolds
    19.5 Cryogels as Tissue Engineering Scaffolds
    19.6 Application of Biomaterials in Regenerative Medicine
    19.6.1 Bone Tissue
    19.6.2 Nervous Tissue
    19.6.3 Skeletal and Cardiac Muscles
    19.6.4 Inorganic RG
    19.7 Toxicity of Biomaterials
    19.8 Conclusion
    References
    Chapter 20 Magnetic Nanocomposites and Their Biomedical Applications
    20.1 Introduction
    20.1.1 Introduction to Nanostructured Materials
    20.1.2 Morphology of Nanomaterials
    20.1.3 Classification of Nanomaterials
    20.1.3.1 Carbon Nanotubes (CNT)
    20.1.3.2 Carbon Black
    20.1.3.3 Fullerenes
    20.1.3.4 Nanocomposites
    20.1.3.5 Nano-Polymers
    20.1.3.6 Nano-Ceramics
    20.2 Classification of Nanoparticles
    20.2.1 Engineered Nanoparticles
    20.2.2 Non-Engineered Nanoparticles
    20.3 Nanotechnology Applications
    20.3.1 Synthesis Methods of Nanomaterials
    20.3.1.1 Chemical Precipitation
    20.3.1.2 Surfactant and Capping Agent-Assisted Process
    20.3.2 Synthesis of Materials
    20.3.2.1 Hydrothermal/Solvothermal Synthesis
    20.3.2.2 Sonochemical Process
    20.3.2.3 Co-Precipitation
    20.3.2.4 Sol-Gel
    20.3.2.5 Solid-State Reaction
    20.4 Magnetic Nanomaterials and Graphene-Based Composites
    20.4.1 Metal-Based Graphene Composites
    20.4.2 Fe2O3-Graphene Hybrids
    20.5 Fe3O4-Graphene Composites
    20.5.1 Fe3O4/G Aerogels
    20.5.2 Bicomponent Fe3O4/G Hybrids
    20.5.3 Multicomponent Fe3O4/G Hybrids
    20.5.4 Carbon Nanotube-Based Iron Composites
    20.6 Magnetic Nanoparticles and Their Medicinal Applications
    20.6.1 Magnetic Hyperthermia in Cancer Treatment
    20.6.2 Magnetic Resonance Imaging
    20.7 Conclusion
    References
    Chapter 21 Ultrathin Graphene Structure, Fabrication and Characterization for Clinical Diagnosis Applications
    21.1 Introduction
    21.2 Design and Synthesis of Graphene
    21.2.1 Experimental Details
    21.2.1.1 Top-Down Approach
    21.2.1.2 Bottom-Up Approaches
    21.3 Characterization of Graphene
    21.3.1 Spectroscopic Characterization
    21.3.1.1 X-Ray Photo Electron Spectroscopy (XPS)
    21.3.1.2 Fourier Transformation Infrared Spectroscopy
    21.3.1.3 Raman Spectroscopy
    21.3.2 Microscopic Characterization
    21.3.2.1 Optical Microscope (OM)
    21.3.2.2 Field Emission Scanning Electron Microscopy (FESEM)
    21.3.2.3 Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM)
    21.3.2.4 Atomic Force Microscopy (AFM) and Scanning Tunneling Microscopy (STM)
    21.4 Graphene Materials for Clinical Diagnosis Applications
    21.4.1 Graphene Materials for Virus Diagnosis
    21.4.2 Graphene for Bacterial Diagnosis
    21.4.3 Graphene for Circulating Tumor Cell Detection
    21.5 Conclusions and Future Perspectives
    References
    Chapter 22 3D-Printed Nanodevices of Pharmaceutical and Biomedical Relevance
    22.1 Introduction
    22.2 Technologies Used for Fabrication
    22.2.1 Stereolithography (SLA)
    22.2.2 Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM)
    22.2.3 Selective Laser Sintering (SLS)
    22.2.4 Pressure-Assisted Microsyringe Extrusion (PAM)
    22.2.5 Drop-on-Powder (DOP)
    22.2.6 Digital Light Processing (DLP)
    22.3 3D-Printed Drug Delivery Devices
    22.4 3D-Printed Medical Devices
    22.5 3D-Printed Biosensors and Diagnostic Devices
    22.6 Conclusion
    References
    Chapter 23 Nanofluids: Basic Information on Preparation, Stability, and Applications
    23.1 Introduction
    23.1.1 Nanofluids
    23.1.2 Preparation of Nanofluids
    23.1.2.1 Two-Step Method
    23.1.2.2 One-Step Method
    23.2 Stability Evaluation of Nanofluids
    23.2.1 Sedimentation and Centrifugation Methods
    23.2.2 Zeta Potential Analysis
    23.2.3 Spectral Absorbency Analysis
    23.3 Ways to Enhance the Stability of Nanofluids
    23.3.1 Using of Surfactants in Nanofluids
    23.4 Advantages of Nanofluids
    23.5 Applications of Nanofluids
    23.5.1 Heat Transfer Intensification
    23.5.1.1 Electronic Applications
    23.5.2 Transportation
    23.5.3 Industrial Cooling Applications
    23.5.4 Heating Buildings and Reducing Pollution
    23.5.5 Space and Defense
    23.5.5.1 Nuclear Cooling Systems
    23.5.6 Energy Applications
    23.5.6.1 Energy Storage
    23.5.6.2 Solar Absorption
    23.5.7 Mechanical Applications
    23.5.7.1 Friction Reduction
    23.5.7.2 Magnetic Sealing
    23.5.8 Biomedical Applications
    23.5.8.1 Antibacterial Activity
    23.5.8.2 Nano-Drug Delivery
    23.5.9 Mass Transfer Enhancement
    23.5.10 Other Applications
    23.5.10.1 Intensify Micro-Reactors
    23.5.10.2 Nanofluids as Vehicular Brake F23luids
    23.5.10.3 Nanofluid-Based Microbial Fuel Cells
    23.5.10.4 Nanofluids with Unique Optical Properties
    23.6 Limitations of Nanofluids
    23.6.1 Lower Specific Heat
    23.6.2 Increased Pressure Drops and Pumping Power
    23.6.3 High Cost of Nanofluids
    23.6.4 Poor Long-Term Stability of Suspension
    23.7 Conclusion
    23.8 Future Scope
    References
    Chapter 24 Recent Trends in Nanomaterial-Based Electrochemical Biosensors for Biomedical Applications
    24.1 Introduction
    24.2 Electrochemical Biosensor Detection Strategies
    24.2.1 Electrochemical Detection
    24.2.1.1 Potentiometric Detection
    24.2.1.2 Conductometric Detection
    24.2.1.3 Voltammetric Detection
    24.2.1.4 Impedimetric Detection
    24.3 Types of Nanostructured Materials
    24.3.1 Metal and Metal Oxide-Based Nanomaterials
    24.3.2 Carbon and Nitrogen-Doped Nanomaterials
    24.3.3 Conducting Polymer-Based Nanomaterials
    24.4 Nanostructure-Based Electrochemical Sensing
    24.4.1 Zero-Dimensional (0D) Nanomaterials
    24.4.2 One-Dimensional (1D) Nanomaterials
    24.4.3 Two-Dimensional (2D) Nanomaterials
    24.4.4 Three-Dimensional (3D) Nanomaterials
    24.5 Transducer and Bio-Recognition Unit Integration
    24.6 Challenges and Application of Electrochemical Biosensors
    24.7 Conclusion
    References
    Chapter 25 Impact of Calcium Ions (Ca2+) and Their Signaling in Alzheimer’s and Other Neurological-Related Disorders
    25.1 Introduction
    25.1.1 Possible Linkage between Calcium and AD
    25.1.2 Calcium Homeostasis
    25.1.3 Plasma Membrane
    25.1.4 Endoplasmic Reticulum
    25.1.5 Nucleus
    25.1.6 Golgi Apparatus
    25.2 Mitochondria
    25.2.1 Vitality and Importance of Mitochondrial Ca2+ Uptake
    25.2.2 Different Proteins Differentially Involved in Mitochondrial [Ca2+] Uptake
    25.2.2.1 MCU
    25.2.2.2 MICU
    25.2.2.3 MICU2/3
    25.2.2.4 MCUR
    25.2.2.5 EMRE
    25.2.2.6 NCX
    25.2.3 Other Efflux Proteins
    25.2.4 ER-Mitochondria Connections
    25.2.4.1 Peroxisomes
    25.3 Correlation between Calcium and Castigatory Dysregulation with AD
    25.4 Conclusion
    Acknowledgments
    Conflict of Interest
    Ethics Statement
    References
    Index