BFP

BFP is an acronym that can refer to several distinct concepts depending on the context. Among the most common usages are in biology, optics, and government.

In biology, BFP stands for Blue Fluorescent Protein. It is a blue-emitting fluorescent protein used as a reporter gene in molecular and cellular biology. BFP is typically derived from or engineered from a green fluorescent protein (GFP) variant and is employed in multicolor imaging alongside other fluorophores. It enables researchers to track gene expression, protein localization, and cellular processes in living cells.

In optics, BFP refers to the back focal plane of an objective lens. The back focal plane is the plane in the imaging system where angular information of light rays is mapped, effectively forming a Fourier transform of the sample. Analyzing or manipulating the BFP is important in techniques such as Fourier microscopy, angular-resolved imaging, and beam shaping.

In government, BFP stands for the Bureau of Fire Protection in the Philippines. The BFP is a public agency responsible for fire prevention, fire suppression, and related safety education, operating under the Department of the Interior and Local Government. It coordinates fire stations, enforces fire safety standards, and conducts inspections.

Because BFP is used in multiple fields, its meaning is usually understood from the surrounding context.