Biocompatible Nanomaterials for Smart Sensors: Environmental and Biomedical Applications

by Ramachandra Naik (Editor), H P Nagaswarupa (Editor), Ganesh Koyyada (Editor), K G Basava Kumar (Editor)

Overview

This contributed volume explores the synthesis, characterization, and application of biocompatible nanomaterials for multifunctional sensor technologies, covering detection systems for heavy metal ions, biomolecules, pesticides, and pharmaceutical drugs. It integrates cutting-edge approaches, including AI and IoT, to enhance sensor performance, alongside discussions on green synthesis, real-world applications, commercialization, and scalability. A valuable resource for researchers, engineers, and professionals in nanotechnology, biosensing, environmental monitoring, and healthcare diagnostics, this book bridges fundamental concepts with innovative advancements in sustainable and high-performance sensing solutions.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9783032017444
Publisher:	Springer Nature Switzerland
Publication date:	12/22/2025
Series:	Nanostructure Science and Technology
Pages:	214
Product dimensions:	6.10(w) x 9.25(h) x (d)

About the Author

Dr. Ramachandra Naik, FRSC is a distinguished Associate Professor of Physics at New Horizon College of Engineering, Bangalore, India, with an impressive academic background and a wealth of research experience spanning over 12 years. Dr. Naik has established himself as a prominent figure in the field, having published 100 research/review articles/conference papers/book chapters in reputable international journals. His research contributions focus on the synthesis of multifunctional inorganic metal oxides-based nanomaterials tailored for energy applications. As an accomplished author, Dr. Naik has authored six books, edited two books and contributed chapters to many others.

Dr. H. P. Nagaswarupa, FRSC is a distinguished Professor in the Department of Studies in Chemistry at Davangere University, India, with an extensive academic journey spanning over two decades. Having authored over 200 research papers in national and international journals, Dr. Nagaswarupa is a prolific researcher in the domains of Nano Science & Technology, Materials Science, and Corrosion Science.

Dr. Ganesh Koyyada is an Assistant Professor at Yeungnam University, South Korea, where he has been working since March 2017. He holds a Ph.D. in Chemical Science from the Indian Institute of Chemical Technology, Hyderabad, India. His research focuses on phoatalytic and photoelectrochemical water splitting, the design and synthesis of porous materials, non-enzymatic biosensors, and dye-sensitized solar cells. Dr. Koyyada has received several awards, including the Senior Research Fellowship from CSIR, Government of India. He has published extensively in high-impact journals and serves as a guest editor for several special issues in reputed scientific journals.

Dr. Basava Kumar K G is the Director of R&D, IPR Cell, and International Affairs Coordinator at ATAL-IDEA LAB, Global Campus, VTU-Belagavi. He holds a Ph.D. from the Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur, and has over 26 years of experience in academia, research, and administration. His research interests include machinability, tribology, and mechanical properties of materials. Dr. Basava Kumar has published over 72 papers in reputed international journals and conferences and has guided numerous Ph.D. and postgraduate students. He has received several awards, including the VGST Award for Research Publications and the Lifetime Achievement Award by Novel Research Academy. His extensive experience and contributions make him a distinguished figure in the field of engineering and materials science.

Table of Contents

Introduction to Biocompatible Nanomaterials.- Introduction to Multifunctional Sensors.- Synthesis of Biocompatible Nanomaterials.- Characterization Techniques of Biocompatible Nanomaterials.- Green Synthesized Nanocomposites for Mercury Lead and Cadmium Detection.- Challenges and Future Directions in Heavy Metal Ion Sensing.- Nanomaterials for Uric Acid Urea and Creatinine Sensing.- AI and IoT Integration in Biomolecular Sensing Systems.- Eco friendly Synthesis of Nanomaterials for Pesticide Sensing.- Field Deployable Pesticide Sensors Innovations and Challenges.- Nanostructured Electrochemical Sensors for Antibiotic Detection.- Biocompatible Nanomaterials Based Sensors for Environmental and Biomedical Applications.- Summary Real world Applications Commercialization and Scalabilty.