Review:
Surface Plasmon Resonance (spr)
overall review score: 4.5
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
score is between 0 and 5
Surface Plasmon Resonance (SPR) is a phenomenon that occurs when light hits a metal surface and creates electron waves known as surface plasmons. SPR is commonly used in biosensors for detecting molecular interactions.
Key Features
- Sensitive detection of biomolecular interactions
- Real-time monitoring
- Label-free detection methods
Pros
- High sensitivity for detecting molecular interactions
- Real-time monitoring provides dynamic data
- Label-free detection reduces artifacts
Cons
- Expensive equipment
- Requires specialized training to operate
- Limited to certain types of molecules