
Enzymes as Sensors
- 1st Edition, Volume 589 - March 21, 2017
- Imprint: Academic Press
- Editors: Richard B. Thompson, Carol A. Fierke
- Language: English
- Hardback ISBN:9 7 8 - 0 - 1 2 - 8 0 5 4 0 6 - 2
- eBook ISBN:9 7 8 - 0 - 1 2 - 8 0 9 2 9 1 - 0
Enzymes as Sensors, Volume 589, the latest release in the Methods in Enzymology series, covers a variety of topics, including advances in genetically coded fluorescent sens… Read more

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Request a sales quoteEnzymes as Sensors, Volume 589, the latest release in the Methods in Enzymology series, covers a variety of topics, including advances in genetically coded fluorescent sensors, enzymes as sensors, and bioapplications of electrochemical sensors and biosensors. Users will find a comprehensive discussion of timely topics that presents a micro-level delivery of specific content related to the study of enzymes in sensors. New to this edition are highly specialized chapters on integrated strategies for gaining a systems level view of dynamic signaling networks, sensitive protein detection and quantification in paper-based microfluidics for point-of-care, and microneedle enzyme sensor arrays for continuous in vivo monitoring.
This state-of-the-art series is ideal for those interested in the latest information on enzymology, with this edition focusing on sensors and their role in enzymes.
- Contain contributions from leading authorities
- Informs and updates on all the latest developments in the field
Chapter One: Recent Advances in Development of Genetically Encoded Fluorescent Sensors
- Abstract
- 1 Introduction
- 2 Fluorescent Proteins
- 3 Sensor Platforms
- 4 Types of Sensors
- 5 Conclusion
Chapter Two: Engineering Rugged Field Assays to Detect Hazardous Chemicals Using Spore-Based Bacterial Biosensors
- Abstract
- 1 Introduction
- 2 Whole Cell-Based Biosensors
- 3 Design, Creation, and Use of WCBs
- 4 The Development of Spore-Based Bacterial Biosensors
- 5 Challenges, Innovations, and Future Directions
- 6 Conclusions
- Acknowledgments
Chapter Three: Engineering BRET-Sensor Proteins
- Abstract
- 1 Introduction
- 2 LUCIDs and LUMABS: BRET-Sensors for Diagnostic Applications
- 3 BRET/FRET-Sensors for Intracellular Measurements
- 4 A Bright Future for BRET-Sensors
- Acknowledgments
Chapter Four: Enzymes as Sensors
- Abstract
- 1 Introduction
- 2 Optical Biosensors
- 3 Label-Free Detection and Fluorescence-Based Detection
- 4 Why Choose Biomolecules for Sensing?
- 5 Enzymes as MREs
- 6 Thermophilic Enzymes
- 7 Biological Engineering
- 8 Conclusions
- Acknowledgments
Chapter Five: Integrated Strategies to Gain a Systems-Level View of Dynamic Signaling Networks
- Abstract
- 1 Introduction
- 2 Strategies to Characterize Global Changes in the Phosphorylation Status of Cellular Proteins
- 3 Strategies to Track Kinase and Phosphatase Activity Profiles in Living Cells
- 4 Conclusions
- Acknowledgments
Chapter Six: Probing Cdc42 Polarization Dynamics in Budding Yeast Using a Biosensor
- Abstract
- 1 Introduction
- 2 Generation of a Biosensor of Active Cdc42
- 3 Detection and Quantification of Cdc42 Activation In Vivo
- 4 Application of the Cdc42 Biosensor
- 5 Concluding Remarks
- Acknowledgments
Chapter Seven: Novel Fluorescence-Based Biosensors Incorporating Unnatural Amino Acids
- Abstract
- 1 Introduction
- 2 Site-Specific Incorporation of Unnatural Amino Acids Into Proteins in Live Cells
- 3 An Unnatural Fluorescent Protein Biosensor for Hydrogen Peroxide
- 4 Concluding Remarks
- Acknowledgments
Chapter Eight: Folding- and Dynamics-Based Electrochemical DNA Sensors
- Abstract
- 1 Introduction
- 2 “Signal-Off” E-DNA Sensors
- 3 “Signal-On” E-DNA Sensors
- 4 Alternate Electrode Substrates
- 5 Alternate Sensor Fabrication Approaches
- 6 Conclusion and Outlook
- Acknowledgment
Chapter Nine: Construction of Protein-Based Biosensors Using Ligand-Directed Chemistry for Detecting Analyte Binding
- Abstract
- 1 Introduction
- 2 Expression of GABAAR Consisting of α/β/γ Subunits in HEK293T Cells
- 3 Design and Synthesis of Labeling Reagents for GABAAR
- 4 Chemical Labeling of GABAAR Using LDAI Reagent
- 5 Construction of Fluorescent Biosensors Using Labeled GABAARs
- 6 Quantitative Analysis of Ligand Affinity Using BFQR-Based Biosensors
- 7 Summary and Future Directions
- Acknowledgments
Chapter Ten: Measuring and Imaging Metal Ions With Fluorescence-Based Biosensors: Speciation, Selectivity, Kinetics, and Other Issues
- Abstract
- 1 Introduction
- 2 Speciation of Metal Ions of Biological Interest
- 3 Metal Ion Buffers and Their Formulation
- 4 Selectivity of Metal Ion Binding to Indicators and Its Assessment
- 5 Advantages of Biomolecules for Metal Ion Sensing
- 6 Kinetics and Mechanism of Metal Ion Binding
- 7 Distribution of Metal Ions Throughout the Cell and Organism
- 8 Conclusion
Chapter Eleven: Bioapplications of Electrochemical Sensors and Biosensors
- Abstract
- 1 Introduction
- 2 Electrochemical Sensing in Biological Systems
- 3 Recent Advancements in Electrode Designs for Biological Monitoring
- 4 Conclusions and Future Trends
- Acknowledgments
Chapter Twelve: A Highly Sensitive Biosensor for ATP Using a Chimeric Firefly Luciferase
- Abstract
- 1 Introduction
- 2 ATP Detection Protocol
- 3 Conclusions
- Acknowledgments
Chapter Thirteen: Highly Modular Bioluminescent Sensors for Small Molecules and Proteins
- Abstract
- 1 Introduction
- 2 Sensing Small Molecules
- 3 Sensing Proteins
- 4 Toward Application in POC Settings
- 5 Conclusions
Chapter Fourteen: Sensitive Protein Detection and Quantification in Paper-Based Microfluidics for the Point of Care
- Abstract
- 1 Introduction
- 2 Paper-Based Devices and Sandwich Lateral Flow Assays
- 3 Assay Analysis Framework
- 4 Binding Kinetics in Porous Networks
- 5 Mechanisms for Protein Binding
- 6 Optical Methods in Paper
- 7 Sensitivity Enhancements (LOD)
- 8 Summary and Next Steps
Chapter Fifteen: Microneedle Enzyme Sensor Arrays for Continuous In Vivo Monitoring
- Abstract
- 1 Introduction
- 2 Approaches to the Fabrication of Microneedles for Sensing
- 3 Functionalization of Microneedles for Sensing
- 4 Methods
- Acknowledgments
Chapter Sixteen: Visualization of the Genomic Loci That Are Bound by Specific Multiprotein Complexes by Bimolecular Fluorescence Complementation Analysis on Drosophila Polytene Chromosomes
- Abstract
- 1 Introduction
- 2 Design of Fusion Proteins for BiFC Analysis
- 3 Construction and Testing of Plasmid Vectors for BiFC Analysis
- 4 Production of Drosophila Lines That Express BiFC Fusion Proteins
- 5 Comparison of the Levels of BiFC Fusion Protein Expression
- 6 Preparation of Drosophila Larvae for Salivary Gland Isolation
- 7 Preparation of Polytene Chromosome Spreads
- 8 Staining and Imaging of Polytene Chromosomes
- 9 Interpretation of BiFC Complex Binding on Polytene Chromosomes
- 10 Strategies to Limit the Artifacts Caused by the Differences Between Fusion Proteins and Endogenous Counterparts
- 11 Effects of BiFC Complex Formation on the Specificity of Chromatin Binding
- 12 Materials and Solutions
- Edition: 1
- Volume: 589
- Published: March 21, 2017
- No. of pages (Hardback): 530
- No. of pages (eBook): 530
- Imprint: Academic Press
- Language: English
- Hardback ISBN: 9780128054062
- eBook ISBN: 9780128092910
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