This review describes biosensors built with synthetic biology components and engineered logic to create programmable, modular sensing systems.
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synthetic biology-driven biosensors
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Synthetic biology-driven biosensors are programmable and modular systems that integrate biological components with engineered logic.
Environmental applications include detection of heavy metals such as arsenic and cadmium using genetically modified microbial platforms.
Future biosensor development directions include integrating artificial intelligence, feedback-regulated systems, and hybrid materials to improve adaptability and performance.
Key remaining challenges for synthetic biology-driven biosensors include circuit stability, biosafety, and large-scale deployment.
Engineered biosensors show promise for early diagnosis, personalized treatment monitoring, and integrated theranostics, including systems that trigger therapeutic responses upon biomarker detection.