Artificial Olfaction Technologies: Characteristics And Analytical Applications

Artificial Olfaction Technologies: Characteristics And Analytical Applications explores the rapidly advancing field of artificial olfaction, highlighting innovative technologies that mimic the biological sense of smell for the precise detection of volatile organic compounds (VOCs). Progress in biotechnology, electronics, nanotechnology, and advancements in mimicking biological olfaction are expanding the boundaries of volatile monitoring and detection, with a marked focus on improved selectivity and specificity. Developing novel techniques, sensing materials, data processing systems, and sampling procedures are key approaches to enhance practical applications. By integrating diverse scientific fields, artificial olfactory systems have the potential to revolutionize applications across medical diagnostics, environmental monitoring, and sensory-driven industries such as cosmetics, food, and beverage quality control. The chapters provide comprehensive insights into the latest advancements, covering topics from insect olfactory receptors and peptide-based biosensors to volatilome analysis in disease detection and other applications.