We identified 1219 articles published in 2006 that described work performed using
commercial optical biosensor platforms. It is interesting to witness how the biosensor market …

The sol-gel process provides a robust and versatile technology for the immobilization of
biologicals. A wide range of inorganic, composites and hybrid materials can be prepared to …

Living cells can be considered as a highly efficient molecular engines spatially enclosed,
remaining however fragile. By combining cells with silica materials in an appropriate way …

Inorganic gels formed using the sol–gel process are promising hosts for the encapsulation of
living organisms and the design of cell-based biosensors. However, the possibility to use the …

Rhamnolipids are the most common biosurfactants and P. aeruginosa strains are the most
frequently studied microorganisms for the production of rhamnolipids. Eco-friendly …

Bioethanol can be produced from several biomasses including lignocellulosic materials.
Besides 6-carbon sugars that represent the prevalent carbohydrates, some of these …

Immobilized bacteria are being extensively used for metabolite production, biocatalysts, and
biosensor construction. However, long-term viability and metabolic activity of entrapped …

Cell culture or fermentation is the well‐known workhorse for the production of various
bioproducts, including primary and secondary metabolites. The application of immobilized …

Abstract Plant 4-hydroxyphenylpyruvate dioxygenase (HPPD) is the molecular target of a
range of synthetic β-triketone herbicides that are currently used commercially. Their mode of …

The development of a good biocompatible matrix for immobilization of cells is very crucial for
improving the performance of functional biohybrids. The synthesis of solid inorganic …