Introduction to Sensor-based Virus Detection Studies

Throughout its history, humanity has had to fight and sometimes cooperate with viruses. From the black plague to the coronavirus, viral outbreaks have dramatically changed public health, the economy and the functioning of public life. Over time, we have got to know viruses better and started to better protect public health. Knowledge of the morphological, genetic and molecular structure of viruses plays an important role in this process. Combatting and controlling viruses will not only protect public health but also pave the way for scientific developments. Detection of viruses will allow understanding of all the organic structures that interact or may interact with them. This chapter gives a brief overview of the viruses, the importance of virus detection and finally the role of sensors in revolutionizing virus detection technologies.