A Novel Bi-Enzyme System for Amperometric Biosensing of Plant Volatiles

University Of Georgia Research Foundation Inc, Athens GA

Investigators

Abstract

1159540 Ramasamy The goal of this project is to develop an electrochemical biosensing system to detect a volatile compound released by plants. The volatile chemical signature of plants carries unique information that can be helpful in the identification of the state-of-heath of the plant. Detection of this signature can advance our understanding of the ?plant language? and will eventually help in the development of real-time health monitoring systems for large-scale agriculture. The proposed work integrates material science, biochemistry and electrochemistry to develop a nanostructured platform for amperometric biosensing. Successful completion of the proposed work will result in a novel bi-enzyme based electrochemical biosensor with tunable properties. The hybrid composite nanomaterial interfaces to be developed in this project will provide multiple benefits and can be applied to other bio-electrochemical systems. The proposed work will directly impact the field of agriculture and forestry. The project will also have broader influence in the development of enzyme-based biosensors. The proposed project will provide education and training for graduate and undergraduate students and post-docs. Results from the project will be broadly disseminated through conference presentations, seminars and scientific publications. The proposed outreach activities will provide a social impact on the high school students in the state of Georgia.