Introduction to Biophotonics
Published on 15. January 2004
594 pages
978-0-471-46539-3 (ISBN)
Description
Paras Prasad's text provides a basic knowledge of a broadrange of topics so that individuals in all disciplines can rapidlyacquire the minimal necessary background for research anddevelopment in biophotonics. Introduction to Biophotonics serves asboth a textbook for education and training as well as a referencebook that aids research and development of those areas integratinglight, photonics, and biological systems. Each chapter contains atopic introduction, a review of key data, and description of futuredirections for technical innovation. Introduction to Biophotonicscovers the basic principles of
* Optics
* Optical spectroscopy
* Microscopy
Each section also includes illustrated examples and reviewquestions to test and advance the reader's knowledge.Sections on biosensors and chemosensors, important tools forcombating biological and chemical terrorism, will be of particularinterest to professionals in toxicology and other environmentaldisciplines. Introduction to Biophotonics proves a valuablereference for graduate students and researchers in engineering,chemistry, and the life sciences.
Reviews / Votes
"...destined to become part of the canon of science books whosefarreaching influences help make history." (Journal ofBiomedical Optics, May/June 2005) "The author has provided a wonderful resource, and created amust have book for those interested in the field of biophotonics."(Annals of Biomedical Engineering, September 2004) "Prasad has what it take to assemble a survey of thefundamentals and applications in a manner that is undoubtedly ofinterest to not only 'those involved in health, safety, andenvironmental disciplines' but also to basic scientists andengineers." (Journal of the American Chemical Society, Sept29, 2004) "...an interesting and very readable book that provides anexcellent introduction to the field of biophotonics. The luciddiscussion is complimented by numerous and helpful figures. Irecommend it with enthusiasm." (The Quarterly Review ofBiology, Vol. 7, March 2004) "...provides an excellent and thorough introduction to the keyareas of researchers. Even researchers who work in this field willbe pleased with the thorough treatment...and gain an appreciationfor how their research fits into the broader context...provides anexcellent overview...that will be appreciated by undergraduates,graduate students, and researchers.... I recommend it withenthusiasm." (The Quarterly Review of Biology)More details
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PARAS N. PRASAD, PhD, is the SUNY Distinguished Professor of Chemistry, Physics, Electrical Engineering, and Medicine, the Samuel P. Capen Chair, and the Executive Director of the Institute for Lasers, Photonics, and Biophotonics at the University of Buffalo. Professor Prasad received his BS and MS at Bihar University in India, and his PhD at the University of Pennsylvania. He completed his postdoctoral studies at the University of Michigan, and has been recognized as an Alfred P. Sloan Fellow and Guggenheim Fellow. Professor Prasad teaches biophotonics at the University of Buffalo and is also a special lecturer for biophotonics courses at the SPIE.
Content
Preface.
Acknowledgments.
1. Introduction.
2. Fundamentals of Light and Matter.
3. Basics of Biology.
4. Fundamentals of Light-Matter Interactions.
5. Principles of Lasers, Current Laser Technology, and NonlinearOptics.
6. Photobiology.
7. Bioimaging: Principles and Techniques.
8. Bioimaging: Applications.
9. Optical Biosensors.
10. Microarray Technology for Genomics and Proteomics.
11. Flow Cytometry.
12. Light-Activated Therapy: Photodynamic Therapy.
13. Tissue Engineering with Light.
14. Laser Tweezers and Laser Scissors.
15. Nanotechnology for Biophotonics: Bionanophotonics.
16. Biomaterials for Photonics.
Index.
