Nanomaterials or Bioreceptors Involved in Biosensing Technologies

Dear Colleagues,

Recent breakthroughs in nanotechnology and bioengineering have significantly reshaped the landscape of biosensor research. In particular, the integration of bioreceptors with advanced nanomaterials has opened new avenues for developing highly sensitive, selective, and efficient sensing platforms. These innovative systems are revolutionizing how we detect, monitor, and analyze a wide range of biological and chemical targets—from clinical biomarkers and pathogens to environmental pollutants.

This Special Issue seeks to highlight cutting-edge research and comprehensive reviews focused on the design, development, and application of nanomaterial-based biosensors incorporating biorecognition elements. Topics of interest include, but are not limited to, novel functionalization strategies for bioreceptors, smart nanomaterials for signal transduction, and hybrid biosensing platforms. Contributions that leverage interdisciplinary approaches—combining materials science, bioengineering, and analytical chemistry—are especially encouraged.

We particularly welcome studies that not only advance the fundamental understanding of this area but also demonstrate practical applications in diagnostics, healthcare, environmental monitoring, and food safety. Submissions that explore the challenges, technological gaps, and future directions of this rapidly evolving field are also invited. This Special Issue aims to provide a state-of-the-art perspective on how nanomaterials and bioreceptors are converging to shape the next generation of biosensing technologies.

Dr. Robert Ziółkowski
Dr. Seyed R. Tabaei
Topic Editors