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Explore the world of miniaturized biosensors for healthcare in this webinar presentation by Sufi Zafar, recipient of the 2021 APS Distinguished Lectureship Award. Gain insights into Zafar's career journey in an industrial research laboratory, where she applied her physics background to address urgent global challenges. Discover the development process of innovative biosensing devices, from lab conception to market viability. Learn about the licensing of this research to NanoDx Inc. for commercialization and explore the diverse applications of these devices, including sustainable agriculture. Delve into topics such as electronic biosensors, sensing principles, transducer innovations, bipolar junction transistors, calibration, sensitivity, and sensor variation. Examine design considerations, fabrication challenges, and results in protein detection. Engage with real-world examples and gain a comprehensive understanding of this cutting-edge technology's potential impact on healthcare and beyond.