Nanosensors: a review of recent research

Abstract

Purpose

The purpose of this paper is to provide a technical review of recent nanosensor research.

Design/methodology/approach

This paper describes a number of nanosensor research themes and recent development activities, with an emphasis on work conducted or reported since 2006. It considers a range of emerging nanosensing technologies and two specific areas of application.

Findings

This paper shows that nanosensor technology is developing rapidly and is the subject of a global research effort. Technologies such as nano‐electromechanical system, nano‐opto‐electromechanical system, nanophotonics and the combination of nanotechnology with microtechnology offer prospects to yield sensors for a wide range of chemical, biochemical and physical variables in applications which include healthcare, defence and homeland security, environmental monitoring and light sensing and imaging.

Originality/value

This paper provides a technically detailed, up‐to‐date account of recent nanosensor research.

Citation

Bogue, R. (2009), "Nanosensors: a review of recent research", Sensor Review, Vol. 29 No. 4, pp. 310-315. https://doi.org/10.1108/02602280910986539