Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Silvina V. Kergaravat, Silvia N. Fabiano, Adriana R. Soutullo, Silvia R. Hernandez
Summary: Glyphosate is the most widely used herbicide in Argentina, and there is controversy surrounding its safety. Two electrochemical screening methods based on horseradish peroxidase (HRP) inhibition have been developed for glyphosate detection.
MICROCHEMICAL JOURNAL
(2021)
Review
Food Science & Technology
Heba Bedair, Hadeer Abdulrahman Rady, Aya Misbah Hussien, Meena Pandey, Wilgince Apollon, Samar Sami AlKafaas, Soumya Ghosh
Summary: This article discusses the serious environmental problem of food contamination and introduces the use of biosensors for detecting pesticides. The article also summarizes previous research on enzyme inhibition biosensors for pesticide detection and highlights different biological sources of these enzymes.
FOOD ANALYTICAL METHODS
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Xiaoqing Li, Fanghui Ma, Minghui Yang, Jianglin Zhang
Summary: Female breast cancer is a major global health issue, with high incidence and mortality rates. Detecting biomarkers in the blood using nanomaterials has shown promising results and offers a noninvasive approach that complements traditional imaging and immunohistochemistry methods.
MATERIALS TODAY ADVANCES
(2022)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Zayakhuu Gerelkhuu, Yong-Ill Lee, Tae Hyun Yoon
Summary: This review describes the potential applications of upconversion nanomaterials (UCNMs) in biomedical fields, including drug delivery, bioimaging, biosensing, and photodynamic therapy. The mechanisms, synthesis methods, and biological toxicity of UCNMs are discussed, and the prospects for clinical applications are explored.
Article
Environmental Sciences
M. Ramya, P. Senthil Kumar, Gayathri Rangasamy, V. Uma Shankar, G. Rajesh, K. Nirmala, A. Saravanan, Alagumalai Krishnapandi
Summary: Industrialization and globalization have led to the release of large quantities of toxic chemicals into the environment, highlighting the importance of developing sensitive, reliable, and cost-effective environmental pollutant sensor platforms. Progress has been made in recent years in expanding electrochemical sensors and biosensors using nanomaterials, with a focus on rapidly detecting emerging biomarkers in various applications. Numerous trends in the growth of nanotechnology-based electrochemical sensor platforms have been identified, showcasing the integration strategies, applications, specific properties, and future projections of nanostructured materials for advanced sensor platforms.
Review
Chemistry, Analytical
Hang Li, Xuechen Wang, Shengnan Wei, Chao Zhao, Xiuling Song, Kun Xu, Juan Li, Bo Pang, Juan Wang
Summary: This article discusses the importance of hybridization chain reaction (HCR) in signal amplification and the latest research progress in its combined application with nanomaterials. Various new strategies in optical detection and their challenges are also explored.
ANALYTICA CHIMICA ACTA
(2022)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Saptashwa Datta, R. Veena, Melvin S. Samuel, Ethiraj Selvarajan
Summary: This review article discusses the immobilization methods of laccases, nanomaterials used for immobilization, and applications for the detection and degradation of pollutants.
ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMISTRY LETTERS
(2021)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Rajalakshmi Sridharan, B. Monisha, P. Senthil Kumar, K. Veena Gayathri
Summary: Carbon allotropes in nanotechnology have wide applications in pharmaceuticals, biosensors, and pollution detection and treatment. They are advantageous due to their easy functionalization, conductivity, large surface area, and high electrical activity.
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Chenlan Shen, Liang Zhong, Peng Wan, Hengke Jia, Beizhong Liu
Summary: This study successfully constructed a novel biosensor for rapid enzyme-free detection of the specific fusion gene PML/RAR & alpha; in acute promyelocytic leukemia (APL). Through the use of DNAzyme and carbon dots/cobalt oxhydroxide nanosheet complex (CDs/CoOOH), the detection of PML/RAR & alpha; was achieved quickly and sensitively, showing potential clinical application value in the diagnosis and treatment of leukemia.
ANALYTICA CHIMICA ACTA
(2023)
Review
Chemistry, Physical
Hui Ding, Bing Hu, Bin Zhang, Han Zhang, Xiyun Yan, Guohui Nie, Minmin Liang
Summary: Nanozymes are nanomaterials with enzyme-like properties that address the limitations of traditional enzymes and offer multifunctional platforms for biomedical applications. Carbon nanomaterials, with well-defined structures, have shown to be ideal substitutes for traditional enzymes in mimicking the catalytic centers of natural enzymes.
Review
Chemistry, Analytical
Yu Wu, Jing Feng, Guang Hu, En Zhang, Huan-Huan Yu
Summary: This review discusses the recent advances in the design, fabrication, and applications of colorimetric sensors from 2015 to 2022. The classification and sensing mechanisms of colorimetric sensors are briefly described, and the design of colorimetric sensors based on several typical nanomaterials is discussed. The applications of colorimetric sensors in detecting various analytes are summarized, and the remaining challenges and future trends in the development of colorimetric sensors are also discussed.
Review
Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
Ashaduzzaman Khan, Md Niamul Haque, Dulal Chandra Kabiraz, Al Al Yeasin, Harun Al Rashid, Abinash Chandro Sarker, Gaffar Hossain
Summary: Textile-based biosensors are being developed for non-invasive monitoring of human biofluids, such as sweat, to analyze metabolites, electrolytes, and trace metals in real-time. These biosensors, incorporated into wearable garments, utilize advanced nanocomposite materials and electrochemical sensing technologies. Various fabrication techniques, including dip coating, inkjet printing, and screen printing, are discussed. Enzymatic and non-enzymatic processes are also explored to optimize the performance of the biosensors. The review evaluates the challenges hindering the practical application of smart textile biosensors and suggests collaboration between engineers, biologists, and clinicians for global healthcare monitoring using sweat.
SENSORS AND ACTUATORS A-PHYSICAL
(2023)
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Fatemeh Borzouee, Jaleh Varshosaz, Reza Ahangari Cohan, Dariush Norouzian, Razieh Taghizadeh Pirposhteh
Summary: Immobilization techniques are commonly used to maintain enzyme stability in industrial applications, with the three main components being the enzyme, the matrix/support, and the immobilization technique. Nanotechnology has recently gained significant research interest in enzyme carriers, as nanomaterials offer unique properties such as specific surface area and effective enzyme loading. This review provides insight into techniques for enzyme immobilization and highlights the use of nanoparticles as promising matrices, discussing their advantages and disadvantages based on enzyme type and application.
CURRENT MEDICINAL CHEMISTRY
(2021)
Article
Electrochemistry
Amina Rhouati, Jean-Louis Marty, Alina Vasilescu
Summary: The review discusses the powerful tool of combining aptamers' specific recognition abilities and enzymes' catalytic power for highly selective and sensitive detection in bioanalysis. The use of enzymes and DNAzymes as amplification methods, along with the integration of nucleic acid catalysts into aptazymes, are highlighted as preferred approaches in electrochemical aptasensors.
ELECTROCHIMICA ACTA
(2021)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Dong An, Xiao Zhang, Zhaoshun Bi, Wei Shan, Han Zhang, Shuwei Xia, Meng Qiu
Summary: Low-dimensional black phosphorus materials have shown great potential in sensing applications, with a focus on physical, chemical, and biosensors. Research has mainly focused on synthetic methods, properties, modification strategies, and the progress of sensor applications based on LDBP. Major issues and future prospects in the field of LDBP-based sensors are also discussed.
ADVANCED FUNCTIONAL MATERIALS
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Noemi Colozza, Erika Di Meo, Angelica Mucaria, Danila Moscone, Fabiana Arduini
Summary: The development of a novel paper-based origami device for assessing the amount of glucosinolate and glucose in food waste samples has been presented. The device consists of two paper-based biosensors that work synergistically in a multiplexed detection. It offers a sustainable approach for evaluating the quality of waste samples and ensuring the correct management of re-used food product waste.
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Amina Antonacci, Fabiana Arduini, Raouia Attaallah, Aziz Amine, Maria Teresa Giardi, Viviana Scognamiglio
Summary: In this study, a proof-of-concept algal cytosensor utilizing immobilized Chlamydomonas reinhardtii on carbon black nanomodified electrodes was developed for electrochemical quantification of bacteria in wastewater. The sensor demonstrated the ability to sense the oxygen produced by the algae, resulting in increased current when exposed to higher concentrations of bacteria. The sensor showed good detection capability for Escherichia coli in both standard solutions and real wastewater samples, with a linear range of response and a low limit of detection. The research also indicated the potential use of the cytosensor as an early warning analytical system for heavy loads of pathogens in wastewater, highlighting its importance in water quality monitoring.
Review
Biophysics
Veerappan Mani, Ceren Durmus, Walaa Khushaim, Daisy Camargo Ferreira, Suna Timur, Fabiana Arduini, Khaled Nabil Salama
Summary: Cardiovascular diseases are a leading cause of death worldwide, and timely diagnosis relies on accurate determination of cardiac biomarkers. Multiplexed biosensors targeting multiple markers have emerged as a promising alternative to single-marker analysis. This study critically reviewed various multiplexed biosensing approaches, categorized them by signal readouts, and discussed their advantages, limitations, and future prospects.
BIOSENSORS & BIOELECTRONICS
(2022)
Article
Electrochemistry
Vincenzo Mazzaracchio, Roberta Marrone, Mattia Forchetta, Federica Sabuzi, Pierluca Galloni, Mingqing Wang, Ahmet Nazligul, Kwang-Leong Choy, Fabiana Arduini, Danila Moscone
Summary: This article reports a photoelectrochemical biosensor based on a printed electrode modified with carbon black (CB). The sensor is designed using CB, TiO2, and KuQ dye, and shows the advantage of portable laser configuration under visible light. After optimization of fabrication and working conditions, the sensor demonstrates good performance in NADH measurement and successfully detects ethanol in white wine samples.
ELECTROCHIMICA ACTA
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Mohammad Mahdi Bordbar, Hosein Samadinia, Ali Hajian, Azarmidokht Sheini, Elham Safaei, Jasem Aboonajmi, Fabiana Arduini, Hashem Sharghi, Pegah Hashemi, Hosein Khoshsafar, Mostafa Ghanei, Hasan Bagheri
Summary: According to the World Health Organization, a large number of people have been infected or died from Covid-19. Researchers have introduced an optical sniffer that can differentiate between Covid-19 patients, healthy individuals, and those who have recovered by detecting exhaled breath metabolites. The method has an accuracy rate of 80%-84% and shows a linear correlation with disease severity and viral load.
SENSORS AND ACTUATORS B-CHEMICAL
(2022)
Review
Chemistry, Analytical
Patricia Khashayar, Sallam Al-Madhagi, Mostafa Azimzadeh, Viviana Scognamiglio, Fabiana Arduini
Summary: miRNA detection using microfluidics-based devices is an important innovation in biology and modern medicine. Microfluidics-based biosensors are rapid and affordable analytical devices for high-throughput quantification of miRNAs, overcoming the limitations of conventional methodologies. This review summarizes recent advancements in microfluidic devices for miRNA sample handling, manipulation, and measurement, and discusses their advantages, limitations, and future trends in the field.
TRAC-TRENDS IN ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY
(2022)
Review
Chemistry, Physical
Fabiana Arduini
Summary: Paper-based electrochemical (bio)sensors have sustainable features and versatile advantages, such as the combination with vertical microfluidics, acting as a reservoir to deliver smart electrochemical (bio)sensors, and detecting target analytes in liquid, aerosol, and solid samples.
CURRENT OPINION IN ELECTROCHEMISTRY
(2022)
Article
Biochemical Research Methods
Vincenzo Mazzaracchio, Neda Bagheri, Francesco Chiara, Luca Fiore, Danila Moscone, Simona Roggero, Fabiana Arduini
Summary: The fast-growing demand for user-friendly and affordable analytical tools in healthcare is driving the development of reliable platforms for customized therapy based on individual health conditions. We developed a cost-effective paper-based electrochemical sensor for quantifying iron ions in serum to ensure correct supplement administration. The sensor, modified with a nanocomposite of carbon black and gold nanoparticles, showed high sensitivity and accuracy in iron detection. This paper-based sensor has great potential for future applications in precision medicine for iron-deficiency diseases.
ANALYTICAL AND BIOANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Sara Palmieri, Dounia Elfadil, Federico Fanti, Flavio Della Pelle, Manuel Sergi, Aziz Amine, Dario Compagnone
Summary: Researchers proposed an alternative strategy to extract aflatoxins AFB1, AFB2, AFG1, and AFG2 from complex food samples using molecularly imprinted polymers (MIPs) synthesized via a low-cost and rapid sonochemical polymerization. The MIPs-based solid phase extraction showed appreciable recovery rates (65-90%) and good reproducibility (RSD <= 6%, n = 3) on 17 dietary supplements, and exhibited selectivity towards other mycotoxins compared to commercial immunoaffinity columns. This strategy offers a more affordable and better-performing alternative to traditional immunoaffinity columns.
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Maliana El Aamri, Hasna Mohammadi, Aziz Amine
Summary: A new genosensor based on paper and nanozyme activity of Cys/AuNPs was developed to detect picomolar concentrations of miRNA-21. The Cys/AuNPs catalyze the colorimetric reaction of H2O2 and TMB, producing a measurable blue color. The method showed a good linear range between 1 pM and 1 nM with a detection limit of 0.5 pM, and it was effective, selective, and sensitive for miRNA-21 detection. The proposed method also demonstrated acceptable accuracy in the analysis of a human serum sample.
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Abdelghani Ghanam, Sebastien Cecillon, Hasna Mohammadi, Aziz Amine, Francois Buret, Naoufel Haddour
Summary: This study introduces the utilization of self-powered microbial fuel cell (MFC)-based biosensors for the detection of biotoxicity in wastewater. A novel approach is introduced, capitalizing on the adaptive capabilities of anodic biofilms to enhance the selectivity of MFC biosensors.
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Abdelhafid Karrat, Juan Jose Garcia-Guzman, Jose Maria Palacios-Santander, Aziz Amine, Laura Cubillana-Aguilera
Summary: The separation of enantiomers is critical in pharmaceutical development. In this study, a simple and effective chiral detection strategy was developed for distinguishing tryptophan (TRP) enantiomers. The method involved the use of a magnetic molecularly imprinted chitosan (MMIC) and a nitrocellulose membrane integrated with D-TRP, which induced a noticeable color change in gold nanoparticles (AuNPs) for chiral analysis. The method exhibited a detection limit of 3.3 μM and showed good recovery rates in serum samples.
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Maliana El Aamri, Yasmine Khalki, Hasna Mohammadi, Aziz Amine
Summary: The development of a colorimetric genosensor for the detection of DNA, RNA, and DNA intercalator molecules is presented in this work. The biosensor demonstrates high sensitivity, good selectivity, and linear response over a wide concentration range. It offers a potential tool for sensitive and selective detection in various applications, including virus diagnosis, genetic analysis, pathogenic bacteria monitoring, and drug discovery.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Luca Fiore, Ankita Sinha, Narjiss Seddaoui, Jessica di Biasio, Federico Ricci, Goran M. Stojanovic, Fabiana Arduini
Summary: This communication presents the development of a polyvinyl chloride electrochemical system with a paper layer loaded with reagents, introducing a novel concept of a paper card-like pad for reagent-free measurement of target analytes in solution. The device successfully detects glucose in artificial tears within the range of 0.2-2 mM, with a detection limit of 50 mu M by simply adding the tears to the paper card-like pad. This innovative configuration surpasses the current state of the art, expanding the application range of paper in smart analytical device design.
CHEMICAL COMMUNICATIONS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Abdelhafid Karrat, Abderrahman Lamaoui, Fabiana Arduini, Aziz Amine
Summary: In this study, a magnetic amphiphilic poly(methacrylic acid-co-styrene) material was synthesized for the removal or analytical determination of dicofol in water. The material showed fast and high adsorption capacity, and high selectivity towards dicofol.
CHEMISTRY AFRICA-A JOURNAL OF THE TUNISIAN CHEMICAL SOCIETY
(2023)
Article
Biophysics
Reza Khodadadi, Manouchehr Eghbal, Hamideh Ofoghi, Alireza Balaei, Ali Tamayol, Karen Abrinia, Amir Sanati-Nezhad, Mohamadmahdi Samandari
Summary: This paper introduces an integrated portable centrifugal microfluidic system that automates cell and fluid manipulation for complete blood counting (CBC) analysis at the point-of-care (POC). The system utilizes a specially designed microfluidic disc for cell separation, solution metering and mixing, and cell counting, and is equipped with a custom script for automated quantification of cells. The proposed method shows a strong correlation with the gold standard hematology analyzer for various blood parameters. The portable system offers simplicity, affordability, and low power consumption, making it a potential solution for improving healthcare delivery in resource-limited settings and remote areas.
BIOSENSORS & BIOELECTRONICS
(2024)
Article
Biophysics
Nabil H. Bhuiyan, Joon S. Shim
Summary: Developing herd immunity is crucial for changing the course of the COVID-19 pandemic. An AI-driven point-of-care testing platform has been proposed for analyzing the body's response to SARS-CoV-2, and it has been successfully used for quantifying viral proteins and antibodies in blood samples. A data-receptive web-based dashboard system has also been developed for real-time analysis of herd immunity progress.
BIOSENSORS & BIOELECTRONICS
(2024)
Article
Biophysics
Alexiane Godain, Timothy M. Vogel, Pascal Fongarland, Naoufel Haddour
Summary: This study provides comprehensive insights into the intricate relationship between shear stress and electroactive biofilms in microbial fuel cells, highlighting the pivotal role of shear stress in influencing the growth kinetics, electrical performance, and physical structure of the biofilms. The study also emphasizes the complexities of extracellular electron transfer mechanisms and the need for complementary metaproteomic analyses.
BIOSENSORS & BIOELECTRONICS
(2024)
Article
Biophysics
Linjie Wang, Yixin Chen, Yang Ji, Shujun Zheng, Fei Wang, Caolong Li
Summary: A paper-based biosensor incorporating surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy (SERS) and colorimetric detection has been developed for efficient quantification of intracellular glutathione (GSH). The biosensor exhibits excellent selectivity, stability, and precision, with low detection limits in both SERS and colorimetric modes. It has been successfully utilized for intracellular GSH detection and validated against a commercial GSH assay kit.
BIOSENSORS & BIOELECTRONICS
(2024)
Article
Biophysics
Quan Zhou, Jing Wang, Zhen Zhang, Alain Wuethrich, Richard J. Lobb, Matt Trau
Summary: This study presents a biosensor for sensitive detection of EMT-associated biomarkers on extracellular vesicles (EVs) surfaces during targeted therapy. Through longitudinal monitoring of patients, the biosensor shows its ability to identify the EMT-like phenotype switching on circulating EVs during the development of resistance.
BIOSENSORS & BIOELECTRONICS
(2024)
Review
Biophysics
Pratika Rai, Sabrina N. Hoba, Celine Buchmann, Robert J. Subirana-Slotos, Christian Kersten, Tanja Schirmeister, Kristina Endres, Bernd Bufe, Alexey Tarasov
Summary: Proteases have been proposed as potential biomarkers for various pathological conditions. The development of protease biosensors offers a more efficient way to investigate dysregulated proteases. This review article presents different optical and electrochemical detection methods for designing biosensors for all major protease families.
BIOSENSORS & BIOELECTRONICS
(2024)
Article
Biophysics
Chengxin Liu, Xu Shen, Li Yan, Runlian Qu, Yue Wang, Yaqin He, Zixuan Zhan, Piaopiao Chen, Feng Lin
Summary: In this study, a homogeneous rapid electrochemical aptasensor was developed to quantitatively detect CTCs in lung cancer patients. The aptasensor utilized a DNA nanosphere structure and a complementary aptamer to specifically detect mucin 1 as a marker for CTCs. The assay exhibited high specificity and sensitivity, and the results were consistent with other detection methods.
BIOSENSORS & BIOELECTRONICS
(2024)
Article
Biophysics
Danni Xue, Xing Dai, Jialong Zhao, Jiayao Zhang, Huan Liu, Kui Liu, Tao Xu, Chenjie Gu, Xingfei Zhou, Tao Jiang
Summary: In this study, a dual-enhancement SERS substrate based on Ti3C2TX and Ag nanocubes was fabricated for precise quantification of ritonavir and ibrutinib in serum. The formation of numerous electromagnetic hotspots between Ag nanocubes facilitated effective photo-induced charge transfer. The composite substrate showed excellent sensitivity, achieving low detection limits and high recoveries, making it promising for monitoring and identification of clinical blood drug concentration.
BIOSENSORS & BIOELECTRONICS
(2024)
Article
Biophysics
Tenghua Zhang, Zihui Xie, Xiaohe Zheng, Yuxin Liang, Yao Lu, Hankang Zhong, Feiyang Qian, Yuqing Zhu, Ruiting Sun, Yan Sheng, Jiaming Hu
Summary: This study reports a technology based on cationic lipid-polymer hybrid nanoparticles for efficient extracellular vesicle (EV) enrichment and in-situ detection of internal microRNAs. The technology demonstrates high EV enrichment efficiency and sensitive internal RNA detection, making it potentially useful for early pancreatic cancer diagnosis.
BIOSENSORS & BIOELECTRONICS
(2024)
Article
Biophysics
Wenjie Dai, Gaoxu Chen, Xiaoyan Wang, Shujun Zhen, Chengzhi Huang, Lei Zhan, Yuanfang Li
Summary: In this study, a novel metal organic gel (MOG) with dual electrochemiluminescence (ECL) properties was prepared by simple mixing. The MOG exhibited strong and stable anodic and cathodic ECL signals. By utilizing this MOG, an ECL resonance energy transfer (ECL-RET) biosensor was constructed for ultrasensitive detection of a specific gene. The study developed a straightforward technique for obtaining a single luminescent material with dual signals and expanded the analytical application of MOGs in the realm of ECL.
BIOSENSORS & BIOELECTRONICS
(2024)
Article
Biophysics
Lais Canniatti Brazaca, Amanda Hikari Imamura, Rodrigo Vieira Blasques, Jessica Rocha Camargo, Bruno Campos Janegitz, Emanuel Carrilho
Summary: The use of microfluidic paper-based analytical devices (muPADs) for medical diagnosis is a growing trend due to their low cost, easy use, simple manufacturing, and potential for application in low-resource settings. This review focuses on the advances in muPADs for medical diagnostics, discussing their use in detecting various biomarkers in common human biofluids. The challenges of biomarker detection in each sample are examined, along with innovative techniques to overcome these limitations. The commercialization difficulties of muPADs are also considered, along with future trends such as wearable devices and integrated platforms.
BIOSENSORS & BIOELECTRONICS
(2024)
Article
Biophysics
Minghong Jian, Xudong Sun, Hua Zhang, Xiaotong Li, Shasha Li, Zhenxin Wang
Summary: Matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs) are attractive biomarkers for cancer diagnosis and treatment, but their low abundance in biological samples, especially in the early stages of tumors, makes it challenging to precisely analyze MMP activities. In this study, a peptide microarray-based metal-enhanced fluorescence assay (PMMEFA) is proposed as a sensitive and specific method to simultaneously detect MMP-1, -2, -3, -7, -9, and -13 activities. The PMMEFA showed excellent sensitivity and was capable of detecting MMP activities in various matrices.
BIOSENSORS & BIOELECTRONICS
(2024)
Article
Biophysics
Kyung Ho Kim, Eunsu Ryu, Zinah Hilal Khaleel, Sung Eun Seo, Lina Kim, Yong Ho Kim, Hyun Gyu Park, Oh Seok Kwon
Summary: We have developed a novel strategy for discriminative detection of SARS-CoV-2 variants using the plasmonic photothermal effect of gold nanofilms and digital polymerase chain reaction (dPCR) technology. With this method, we were able to detect the delta and omicron variants with high sensitivity within 25 minutes from COVID-19 patients' clinical samples, making it a rapid and accurate point-of-care testing tool.
BIOSENSORS & BIOELECTRONICS
(2024)
Article
Biophysics
Zepeng Kang, Yuanming Wang, Haiyan Song, Xueli Wang, Job Zhang, Zhiguang Zhu
Summary: By designing a wearable and flexible lactic-acid/O2 EBFC with an air-breathing biocathode, the limitations of biocathode are effectively solved. The optimal performance conditions are determined through experiments, and the EBFC is successfully applied to power a low-power device.
BIOSENSORS & BIOELECTRONICS
(2024)
Article
Biophysics
Huayun Chen, Zhiheng You, Yuhui Hong, Xiao Wang, Mingming Zhao, Yushi Luan, Yibin Ying, Yixian Wang
Summary: This study developed a colorimetric sensor array using gas-responsive two-dimensional metal-organic framework (MOF) composites for highly sensitive detection of volatile organic compounds (VOCs). The dye/Zn-2(bim)(4) composites-based sensor arrays showed enhanced sensitivity and anti-interference properties. The findings demonstrate the potential use of dye/Zn-2(bim)(4) sensor arrays for early perception of plant diseases.
BIOSENSORS & BIOELECTRONICS
(2024)
