Abstract
In this study we focused on the development of a Surface Plasmon Resonance (SPR) immunosensor for Phytophthora infestans detection. The fungus-like organism is the cause of potato late blight and is a major problem in potato growing regions of the world. Efficient control is dependent on early detection of P. infestans sporangia. The wind-dispersed sporangia are large, with a diameter range of 12-23 µm, meaning that direct sporangia capture on antibody surfaces would have a limited sensitivity in SPR assays. Here we have developed an alternative SPR immunosensor based on a subtractive inhibition assay format.
Original language | English |
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Publication date | 2006 |
Publication status | Published - 2006 |
Event | 9th World Congress on Biosensors - Toronto, Canada Duration: 1 Jan 2006 → … |
Conference
Conference | 9th World Congress on Biosensors |
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City | Toronto, Canada |
Period | 01/01/2006 → … |