This book explores the development and application of whole cell sensing systems, focusing on reporter cells and the devices used to interface with them. It delves into various types of reporter cells, including yeast-based, mammalian, fluorescent, bioluminescent, and electrochemical systems, as well as microbial cell arrays. The text also covers the design and functionality of devices for cell patterning, fiber-optic sensors, electronic interfacing, and on-chip detection of cellular activity.

This collection of chapters provides a comprehensive overview of whole cell sensing systems, detailing the construction and application of various reporter cell types and the sophisticated devices engineered to interact with them. The detailed table of contents indicates a thorough exploration of both biological and technological components essential for creating these advanced sensing platforms. The work appears to be a technical reference for researchers and developers in the field of biosensing.