Recent advances in 2D hexagonal boron nitride (2D-hBN) applied as the basis of electrochemical sensing platforms

2D hexagonal boron nitride (2D-hBN) is a lesser utilised material than other 2D counterparts in electrochemistry due to initial reports of it being non-conductive. As we will demonstrate in this review, this common misconception is being challenged, and researchers are starting to utilise 2D-hBN in the field of electrochemistry, particularly as the basis of electroanalytical sensing platforms. In this critical review, we overview the use of 2D-hBN as an electroanalytical sensing platform summarising recent developments and trends and highlight future developments of this interesting, often overlooked, 2D material.

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This review challenges the misconception that 2D hexagonal boron nitride (2D-hBN) is non-conductive and highlights its potential as a basis for electroanalytical sensing platforms. Recent developments and trends in utilizing 2D-hBN in electrochemistry are summarized, with a focus on future developments of this often overlooked material.