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Zou Y, Shi Y, Wang T, Ji S, Zhang X, Shen T, Huang X, Xiao J, Farag MA, Shi J, Zou X. Quantum dots as advanced nanomaterials for food quality and safety applications: A comprehensive review and future perspectives. Compr Rev Food Sci Food Saf 2024; 23:e13339. [PMID: 38578165 DOI: 10.1111/1541-4337.13339] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/27/2023] [Revised: 03/18/2024] [Accepted: 03/19/2024] [Indexed: 04/06/2024]
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The importance of food quality and safety lies in ensuring the best product quality to meet consumer demands and public health. Advanced technologies play a crucial role in minimizing the risk of foodborne illnesses, contamination, drug residue, and other potential hazards in food. Significant materials and technological advancements have been made throughout the food supply chain. Among them, quantum dots (QDs), as a class of advanced nanomaterials with unique physicochemical properties, are progressively demonstrating their value in the field of food quality and safety. This review aims to explore cutting-edge research on the different applications of QDs in food quality and safety, including encapsulation of bioactive compounds, detection of food analytes, food preservation and packaging, and intelligent food freshness indicators. Moreover, the modification strategies and potential toxicities of diverse QDs are outlined, which can affect performance and hinder applications in the food industry. The findings suggested that QDs are mainly used in analyte detection and active/intelligent food packaging. Various food analytes can be detected using QD-based sensors, including heavy metal ions, pesticides, antibiotics, microorganisms, additives, and functional components. Moreover, QD incorporation aided in improving the antibacterial and antioxidant activities of film/coatings, resulting in extended shelf life for packaged food. Finally, the perspectives and critical challenges for the productivity, toxicity, and practical application of QDs are also summarized. By consolidating these essential aspects into this review, the way for developing high-performance QD-based nanomaterials is presented for researchers and food technologists to better capitalize upon this technology in food applications.
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- Yucheng Zou
- School of Food and Biological Engineering, Jiangsu University, Zhenjiang, Jiangsu, China
- International Joint Research Laboratory of Intelligent Agriculture and Agri-products Processing (Jiangsu University), Jiangsu Education Department, Zhenjiang, China
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- School of Food and Biological Engineering, Jiangsu University, Zhenjiang, Jiangsu, China
- International Joint Research Laboratory of Intelligent Agriculture and Agri-products Processing (Jiangsu University), Jiangsu Education Department, Zhenjiang, China
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- School of Food and Biological Engineering, Jiangsu University, Zhenjiang, Jiangsu, China
- International Joint Research Laboratory of Intelligent Agriculture and Agri-products Processing (Jiangsu University), Jiangsu Education Department, Zhenjiang, China
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- College of Biosystems Engineering and Food Science, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, China
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- School of Food and Biological Engineering, Jiangsu University, Zhenjiang, Jiangsu, China
- International Joint Research Laboratory of Intelligent Agriculture and Agri-products Processing (Jiangsu University), Jiangsu Education Department, Zhenjiang, China
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- School of Food and Biological Engineering, Jiangsu University, Zhenjiang, Jiangsu, China
- International Joint Research Laboratory of Intelligent Agriculture and Agri-products Processing (Jiangsu University), Jiangsu Education Department, Zhenjiang, China
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- School of Food and Biological Engineering, Jiangsu University, Zhenjiang, Jiangsu, China
- International Joint Research Laboratory of Intelligent Agriculture and Agri-products Processing (Jiangsu University), Jiangsu Education Department, Zhenjiang, China
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- Department of Analytical and Food Chemistry, Universidade de Vigo, Ourense, Spain
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- Pharmacognosy Department, College of Pharmacy, Cairo University, Cairo P.B., Egypt
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- School of Food and Biological Engineering, Jiangsu University, Zhenjiang, Jiangsu, China
- International Joint Research Laboratory of Intelligent Agriculture and Agri-products Processing (Jiangsu University), Jiangsu Education Department, Zhenjiang, China
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- School of Food and Biological Engineering, Jiangsu University, Zhenjiang, Jiangsu, China
- International Joint Research Laboratory of Intelligent Agriculture and Agri-products Processing (Jiangsu University), Jiangsu Education Department, Zhenjiang, China
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Reyes-Loaiza V, De La Roche J, Hernandez-Renjifo E, Idárraga O, Da Silva M, Valencia DP, Ghneim-Herrera T, Jaramillo-Botero A. Laser-induced graphene electrochemical sensor for quantitative detection of phytotoxic aluminum ions (Al 3+) in soils extracts. Sci Rep 2024; 14:5772. [PMID: 38459204 PMCID: PMC10923804 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-024-56212-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/02/2023] [Accepted: 03/04/2024] [Indexed: 03/10/2024] Open
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Aluminum in its Al3+ form is a metal that inhibits plant growth, especially in acidic soils (pH < 5.5). Rapid and accurate quantitative detection of Al3+ in agricultural soils is critical for the timely implementation of remediation strategies. However, detecting metal ions requires time-consuming preparation of samples, using expensive instrumentation and non-portable spectroscopic techniques. As an alternative, electrochemical sensors offer a cost-effective and minimally invasive approach for in situ quantification of metal ions. Here, we developed and validated an electrochemical sensor based on bismuth-modified laser-induced graphene (LIG) electrodes for Al3+ quantitative detection in a range relevant to agriculture (1-300 ppm). Our results show a linear Al3+ detection range of 1.07-300 ppm with a variation coefficient of 5.3%, even in the presence of other metal ions (Pb2+, Cd2+, and Cu2+). The sensor offers a limit of detection (LOD) of 0.34 ppm and a limit of quantification (LOQ) of 1.07 ppm. We compared its accuracy for soil samples with pH < 4.8 to within 89-98% of spectroscopic methods (ICP-OES) and potentiometric titration. This technology's portability, easy to use, and cost-effectiveness make it a promising candidate for in situ quantification and remediation of Al3+ in agricultural soils and other complex matrices.
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- Vanessa Reyes-Loaiza
- iOmicas Research Institute, Pontificia Universidad Javeriana, Cali, Valle del Cauca, 760031, Colombia
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- iOmicas Research Institute, Pontificia Universidad Javeriana, Cali, Valle del Cauca, 760031, Colombia
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- iOmicas Research Institute, Pontificia Universidad Javeriana, Cali, Valle del Cauca, 760031, Colombia
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- iOmicas Research Institute, Pontificia Universidad Javeriana, Cali, Valle del Cauca, 760031, Colombia
- Department of Natural and Exact Sciences, Universidad del Valle, Cali, Valle del Cauca, 760031, Colombia
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- Multifunctional Landscapes, Alliance Bioversity-CIAT, Cali-Palmira, Valle del Cauca, 763537, Colombia
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- iOmicas Research Institute, Pontificia Universidad Javeriana, Cali, Valle del Cauca, 760031, Colombia
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- iOmicas Research Institute, Pontificia Universidad Javeriana, Cali, Valle del Cauca, 760031, Colombia
- Department of Biological Sciences, Universidad ICESI, Cali, Valle del Cauca, 760031, Colombia
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- iOmicas Research Institute, Pontificia Universidad Javeriana, Cali, Valle del Cauca, 760031, Colombia.
- Chemistry and Chemical Engineering Division, California Institute of Technology, 1200 E California Blvd, Mail Code 139-74, Pasadena, CA, 91125, USA.
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Desai V, Panchal M, Parikh J, Modi K, Vora M, Panjwani F, Jain VK. Fluorescence Quenching and the Chamber of Nitroaromatics: A Dinaphthoylated Oxacalix[4]arene's (DNOC) Adventure Captured through Computational and Experimental Study. J Fluoresc 2023:10.1007/s10895-023-03505-8. [PMID: 37995071 DOI: 10.1007/s10895-023-03505-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/29/2023] [Accepted: 11/06/2023] [Indexed: 11/24/2023]
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This research presents the application of Dinaphthoylated Oxacalix[4]arene (DNOC) as a novel fluorescent receptor for the purpose of selectively detecting nitroaromatic compounds (NACs). The characterization of DNOC was conducted through the utilization of spectroscopic methods, including 1H-NMR, 13C-NMR, and ESI-MS. The receptor demonstrated significant selectivity in acetonitrile towards several nitroaromatic analytes, such as MNA, 2,4-DNT, 2,3-DNT, 1,3-DNB, 2,6-DNT, and 4-NT. This selectivity was validated by the measurement of emission spectra. The present study focuses on the examination of binding constants, employing Stern-Volmer analysis, as well as the determination of the lowest detection limit (3σ/Slope) and fluorescence quenching. These investigations aim to provide insights into the inclusion behavior of DNOC with each of the six analytes under fluorescence spectra investigation. Furthermore, the selectivity trend of the ligand DNOC for NAC detection is elucidated using Density Functional Theory (DFT) calculations conducted using the Gaussian 09 software. The examination of energy gaps existing between molecular orbitals, namely the highest occupied molecular orbital (HOMO) and the lowest unoccupied molecular orbital (LUMO), provides a valuable understanding of electron-transfer processes and electronic interactions. Smaller energy gaps are indicative of heightened selectivity resulting from favorable electron-transfer processes, whereas bigger gaps suggest less selectivity attributable to weaker electronic contacts. This work integrates experimental and computational methodologies to provide a full understanding of the selective binding behavior of DNOC. As a result, DNOC emerges as a viable chemical sensor for detecting nitroaromatic explosives.
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- Vishv Desai
- Department of Chemistry, School of Sciences, Gujarat University, Ahmedabad, 380009, Gujarat, India
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- Department of Chemistry, Silver Oak Institute of Science, Silver Oak University, Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India.
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- Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, Ganpat University, Kherva, 384012, Mehsana, Gujarat, India
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- Department of Humanities and Science, School of Engineering, Indrashil University, Mehsana, 382740, Gujarat, India.
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- Chemical Engineering Department, Institute of Technology, Nirma University, Ahmedabad, 382481, Gujarat, India
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- Department of Chemistry, School of Sciences, Gujarat University, Ahmedabad, 380009, Gujarat, India
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- Department of Chemistry, School of Sciences, Gujarat University, Ahmedabad, 380009, Gujarat, India.
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Kim J, Shim H, Kim YS, Kim MH. Colorimetric sensing of Cu(II) ions in water on the basis of selective chemical etching of EDA-capped Ag nanoplates. SPECTROCHIMICA ACTA. PART A, MOLECULAR AND BIOMOLECULAR SPECTROSCOPY 2023; 297:122750. [PMID: 37104909 DOI: 10.1016/j.saa.2023.122750] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/24/2023] [Revised: 04/09/2023] [Accepted: 04/12/2023] [Indexed: 05/14/2023]
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Cu(II) ions are one of the essential mineral elements in the human body, but can pose a substantial health risk to people exposed to high concentrations of Cu(II) ions over a long period. Therefore, the ability to detect Cu(II) ions in drinking water is important. In this study, a novel colorimetric sensing probe for the easy and onsite detection of Cu(II) ions in drinking water was developed. The probe was constructed through selective chemical etching of triangular Ag nanoplates with tunable localized surface plasmon resonance (LSPR) properties. Ethylenediamine (EDA) was used as an organic capping agent to improve the chemical stability of triangular Ag nanoplates. Selective chemical etching of the EDA-capped Ag nanoplates in the presence of Cu(II) ions as a result of the formation of a coordination complex between the EDA and Cu(II) ions caused remarkable changes in the nanoplates' LSPR characteristics. On the basis of this phenomenon, a novel colorimetric sensing probe capable of detecting Cu(II) ions in drinking water at concentrations above the safety limit was developed. Our findings were also extended to develop a portable and paper-based sensing probe with good long-term stability to overcome the shortcomings of liquid-phase colorimetric sensors without requiring a spectrometer. The proposed colorimetric sensing probes provide accurate results even with a real sample and offer numerous advantages over conventional sensing platforms, including clearly distinguishable color changes that can be observed by the naked eye; thus, the proposed probes can be used for the selective, reliable, and low-cost point-of-care detection of Cu(II) ions in water.
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- Jeongeun Kim
- Department of Polymer Engineering, Pukyong National University, 45 Yongso-ro, Nam-gu, Busan 48513, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Polymer Engineering, Pukyong National University, 45 Yongso-ro, Nam-gu, Busan 48513, Republic of Korea
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- Display Research Center, Korea Electronics Technology Institute, 25, Saenari-ro, Bundang-gu, Seoungnam-si, Kyounggi-do 13509, Republic of Korea.
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- Department of Polymer Engineering, Pukyong National University, 45 Yongso-ro, Nam-gu, Busan 48513, Republic of Korea.
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Chen H, Zhu L, Jiang W, Ji H, Zhou X, Qin Y, Wu L. Multiple fluorescence polymer dots-based differential array sensors for highly efficient heavy metal ions detection. ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH 2023:116278. [PMID: 37321342 DOI: 10.1016/j.envres.2023.116278] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/25/2023] [Revised: 05/26/2023] [Accepted: 05/28/2023] [Indexed: 06/17/2023]
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Water pollution caused by harmful heavy metal ions (HMIs) can significantly impact aquatic ecosystems and pose a high risk to human health. In this work, equipped with ultra-high fluorescence brightness, efficient energy transfer, and environmentally friendly performance, polymer dots (Pdots) were employed to construct a pattern recognition fluorescent HMIs detection platform. A single-channel unary Pdots differential sensing array was first developed to identify multiple HMIs with 100% classification accuracy. Then an "all-in-one" multiple Förster resonance energy transfer (FRET) Pdots differential sensing platform was constructed to discriminate HMIs in the artificial polluted water samples and actual water samples, exhibiting high classification accuracy in distinguishing HMIs. The proposed strategy leverages the compounded cumulative differential variation of diverse sensing channels for analytes, which is anticipated to find extensive applications in other fields for detection purposes.
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- Huanhuan Chen
- Nantong Key Laboratory of Public Health and Medical Analysis, School of Public Health, Nantong University, Nantong, Jiangsu, 226019, PR China
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- Nantong Key Laboratory of Public Health and Medical Analysis, School of Public Health, Nantong University, Nantong, Jiangsu, 226019, PR China
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- Nantong Key Laboratory of Public Health and Medical Analysis, School of Public Health, Nantong University, Nantong, Jiangsu, 226019, PR China
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- Nantong Key Laboratory of Public Health and Medical Analysis, School of Public Health, Nantong University, Nantong, Jiangsu, 226019, PR China.
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- Nantong Key Laboratory of Public Health and Medical Analysis, School of Public Health, Nantong University, Nantong, Jiangsu, 226019, PR China
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- Nantong Key Laboratory of Public Health and Medical Analysis, School of Public Health, Nantong University, Nantong, Jiangsu, 226019, PR China.
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- Nantong Key Laboratory of Public Health and Medical Analysis, School of Public Health, Nantong University, Nantong, Jiangsu, 226019, PR China.
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Kamyab H, Chelliapan S, Tavakkoli O, Mesbah M, Bhutto JK, Khademi T, Kirpichnikova I, Ahmad A, ALJohani AA. A review on carbon-based molecularly-imprinted polymers (CBMIP) for detection of hazardous pollutants in aqueous solutions. CHEMOSPHERE 2022; 308:136471. [PMID: 36126738 DOI: 10.1016/j.chemosphere.2022.136471] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 10.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/21/2022] [Revised: 08/30/2022] [Accepted: 09/12/2022] [Indexed: 06/15/2023]
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This article discusses the unique properties and performance of carbon-based molecularly-imprinted polymers (MIPs) for detecting hazardous pollutants in aqueous solutions. Although MIPs have several advantages such as specific recognition sites, selectivity, and stability, they suffer from a series of drawbacks, including loss of conductivity, electrocatalytic activity, and cost, which limit their use in various fields. Carbon-based MIPs, which utilize carbon electrodes, carbon nanoparticles, carbon dots, carbon nanotubes, and graphene substrates, have been the focus of research in recent years to enhance their properties and remove their weaknesses as much as possible. These carbon-based nanomaterials have excellent sensitivity and specificity for molecular identification. As a result, they have been widely used in various applications, such as assessing the environmental, biological, and food samples. This article examines the growth of carbon-based MIPs and their environmental applications.
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- Hesam Kamyab
- Malaysia-Japan International Institute of Technology, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, Jalan Sultan Yahya Petra, 54100, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia; Department of Biomaterials, Saveetha Dental College and Hospital, Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences, Chennai, 600 077, India; Department of Electric Power Stations, Network and Supply Systems, South Ural State University (National Research University), 76 Prospekt Lenina, 454080, Chelyabinsk, Russian Federation.
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- Engineering Department, Razak Faculty of Technology & Informatics, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, Jalan Sultan Yahya Petra, 54100, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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- Department of Petroleum Engineering, Faculty of Chemical and Energy Engineering, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, 81310 Skudai, Johor Bahru, Malaysia
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- Engineering Department, Razak Faculty of Technology & Informatics, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, Jalan Sultan Yahya Petra, 54100, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
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- Department of Electrical Engineering, College of Engineering, King Khalid University, Abha, Saudi Arabia
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- Azman Hashim International Business School (AHIBS), Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, 81310, Skudai, Johor, Malaysia
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- Department of Electric Power Stations, Network and Supply Systems, South Ural State University (National Research University), 76 Prospekt Lenina, 454080, Chelyabinsk, Russian Federation
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- Chemistry Department, College of Science and Humanities, Prince Sattam Bin Abdulaziz University, Al-Kharj, 11942, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Electrical Engineering, College of Engineering, King Khalid University, Abha, Saudi Arabia
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