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Mousavi SM, Fallahi Nezhad F, Akmal MH, Althomali RH, Sharma N, Rahmanian V, Azhdari R, Gholami A, Rahman MM, Chiang WH. Recent advances and synergistic effect of bioactive zeolite imidazolate frameworks (ZIFs) for biosensing applications. Talanta 2024; 275:126097. [PMID: 38631266 DOI: 10.1016/j.talanta.2024.126097] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/05/2024] [Revised: 03/26/2024] [Accepted: 04/10/2024] [Indexed: 04/19/2024]
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The rapid developments in the field of zeolitic imidazolate frameworks (ZIFs) in recent years have created unparalleled opportunities for the development of unique bioactive ZIFs for a range of biosensor applications. Integrating bioactive molecules such as DNA, aptamers, and antibodies into ZIFs to create bioactive ZIF composites has attracted great interest. Bioactive ZIF composites have been developed that combine the multiple functions of bioactive molecules with the superior chemical and physical properties of ZIFs. This review thoroughly summarizes the ZIFs as well as the novel strategies for incorporating bioactive molecules into ZIFs. They are used in many different applications, especially in biosensors. Finally, biosensor applications of bioactive ZIFs were investigated in optical (fluorescence and colorimetric) and electrochemical (amperometric, conductometric, and impedance) fields. The surface of ZIFs makes it easier to immobilize bioactive molecules like DNA, enzymes, or antibodies, which in turn enables the construction of cutting-edge, futuristic biosensors.
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- Seyyed Mojtaba Mousavi
- Department of Chemical Engineering, National Taiwan University of Science and Technology, Taipei, 10607, Taiwan.
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- Biotechnology Research Center, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, 1439-14693, Iran.
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, National Taiwan University of Science and Technology, Taipei, 10607, Taiwan.
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- Department of Chemistry, College of Art and Science, Prince Sattam bin Abdulaziz University, Wadi Al-Dawasir, 11991, Al Kharj, Saudi Arabia.
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, National Taiwan University of Science and Technology, Taipei, 10607, Taiwan.
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering, Université du Québec à Trois-Rivières, Drummondville, QC, Canada.
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- Biotechnology Research Center, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, 1439-14693, Iran.
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- Biotechnology Research Center, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, 1439-14693, Iran.
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- Center of Excellence for Advanced Materials Research (CEAMR) & Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, 21589, Saudi Arabia.
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, National Taiwan University of Science and Technology, Taipei, 10607, Taiwan.
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Zhang Y, Cheng Z, Zeng B, Jiang J, Zhao J, Wang M, Chen L. Recent research progress of selenotungstate-based biomolecular sensing materials. Dalton Trans 2024; 53:10805-10813. [PMID: 38836698 DOI: 10.1039/d4dt01340a] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/06/2024]
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Polyoxometalates (POMs) have drawn significant attention on account of their structural designability, compositional diversity and great potential applications. As an indispensable branch of POMs, selenotungstates (SeTs) have been synthesized extensively. Some SeTs have been applied as sensing materials for detecting biomarkers (e.g., metabolites, hormones, cancer markers). To gain a comprehensive understanding of advancements in SeT-based sensing materials, we present an overview that encapsulates the sensing performances and mechanisms of SeT-based biosensors. SeT-based biosensors are categorized into electrochemical catalytic biosensors, electrochemical affinity biosensors, "turn-off" fluorescence biosensors and "turn-on" fluorescence biosensors. We anticipate the expansive potential of SeT-based biosensors in wearable and implantable sensing technologies, which promises to catalyze significant breakthroughs in SeT-based biosensors.
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- Yan Zhang
- Henan Key Laboratory of Polyoxometalate Chemistry, College of Chemistry and Molecular Sciences, Henan University, Kaifeng, Henan 475004, China.
- Collaborative Innovation Center of Henan Province for Green Manufacturing of Fine Chemicals, Key Laboratory of Green Chemical Media and Reactions, Ministry of Education, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Henan Normal University, Xinxiang, Henan 453007, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Modern Optical Instrumentation, College of Optical Science and Engineering; International Research Center for Advanced Photonics, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, 310027, China
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- Henan Key Laboratory of Polyoxometalate Chemistry, College of Chemistry and Molecular Sciences, Henan University, Kaifeng, Henan 475004, China.
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- Henan Key Laboratory of Polyoxometalate Chemistry, College of Chemistry and Molecular Sciences, Henan University, Kaifeng, Henan 475004, China.
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- Henan Key Laboratory of Polyoxometalate Chemistry, College of Chemistry and Molecular Sciences, Henan University, Kaifeng, Henan 475004, China.
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- Henan Key Laboratory of Polyoxometalate Chemistry, College of Chemistry and Molecular Sciences, Henan University, Kaifeng, Henan 475004, China.
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- Henan Key Laboratory of Polyoxometalate Chemistry, College of Chemistry and Molecular Sciences, Henan University, Kaifeng, Henan 475004, China.
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Shubhangi, Divya, Rai SK, Chandra P. Shifting paradigm in electrochemical biosensing matrices comprising metal organic frameworks and their composites in disease diagnosis. WILEY INTERDISCIPLINARY REVIEWS. NANOMEDICINE AND NANOBIOTECHNOLOGY 2024; 16:e1980. [PMID: 38973017 DOI: 10.1002/wnan.1980] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/11/2024] [Revised: 05/15/2024] [Accepted: 05/22/2024] [Indexed: 07/09/2024]
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Metal Organic Frameworks (MOFs) are an evolving category of crystalline microporous materials that have grabbed the research interest for quite some time due to their admirable physio-chemical properties and easy fabrication methods. Their enormous surface area can be a working ground for innumerable molecular adhesions and site for potential sensor matrices. They have been explored in the last decade for incorporation in electrochemical sensor matrices as diagnostic solutions for a plethora of diseases. This review emphasizes on some of the recent advancements in the area of MOF-based electrochemical biosensors with focus on various important diseases and their significance in upgrading the sensor performance. It summarizes MOF-based biosensors for monitoring biomarkers relevant to diabetes, viral and bacterial sepsis infections, neurological disorders, cardiovascular diseases, and cancer in a wide range of real matrices. The discussion has been supplemented with extensive tables elaborating recent trends in the field of MOF-composite probe fabrication strategies with their respective sensing parameters. The article sums up the future scope of these materials in the field of biosensors and enlightens the reader with recent trends for future research scope. This article is categorized under: Diagnostic Tools > Biosensing Diagnostic Tools > Diagnostic Nanodevices.
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- Shubhangi
- School of Biomedical Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology Laboratory (BHU) Varanasi, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India
- Laboratory of Bio-Physio Sensors and Nanobioengineering, School of Biochemical Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology (BHU) Varanasi, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India
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- Laboratory of Bio-Physio Sensors and Nanobioengineering, School of Biochemical Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology (BHU) Varanasi, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India
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- School of Biomedical Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology Laboratory (BHU) Varanasi, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India
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- Laboratory of Bio-Physio Sensors and Nanobioengineering, School of Biochemical Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology (BHU) Varanasi, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India
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Hussian A, Alkhammash HI, Wani MS, Loan SA. Metal Strip Implanted Tunneling Field-Effect Transistor Biosensor as a Label-Free Biosensor. ACS APPLIED BIO MATERIALS 2024. [PMID: 38943669 DOI: 10.1021/acsabm.4c00483] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 07/01/2024]
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In this study, we design and simulate a metal implanted dielectrically modulated tunneling field-effect transistor (MI-DMTFET). In the ambipolar conduction state, the proposed structure works as an efficient sensor for the detection of a wide range of biomolecules. A metal strip (MS) is implanted above the drain-channel junction in the gate dielectric to improve the alignment of band gaps. Therefore, with the help of implanted metal work function engineering, the tunneling barrier gets lowered, which in turn increases the ambipolar current. An optimum metal-strip implant work function of 4.85 eV and a length of 1.5 nm have resulted in significantly improved performance of the proposed device. It has been observed that when the biomolecules with varying dielectric constants and charge densities are captured in the nanogap cavity, the ambipolar current of the biosensor changes, resulting in the detection of the biomolecules. Quantitative and comprehensive analyses of device parameters such as surface potential, electric field, band-to-band tunneling, subthreshold slope, and ION/IOFF ratio analysis have been performed. Rigorous comparative analyses of key performance-measuring parameters have been performed with a conventional sensor device. It has been found that the proposed device offers maximum sensitivity of 1220 under an ambipolar state at k = 12.
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- Altaf Hussian
- Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering, Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi 110025, India
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- Department of Electrical Engineering, Taif University, 11099, Taif 21944, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering, Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi 110025, India
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- Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering, Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi 110025, India
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Nguyen HA, Anh Thi NP, Thien Trang NP, Ho TT, Trinh TND, Tran NKS, Trinh KTL. Recent advances in biosensors for screening plant pathogens. ANALYTICAL METHODS : ADVANCING METHODS AND APPLICATIONS 2024. [PMID: 38940060 DOI: 10.1039/d4ay00766b] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/29/2024]
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Worldwide, plant pathogens have been a considerably important cause of economic loss in agriculture especially in the decades of agricultural intensification. The increasing losses in agriculture due to biotic plant diseases have drawn attention towards the development of plant disease analyzing methods. In this context, biosensors have emerged as significantly important tools which help farmers in on-field diagnosis of plant diseases. Compared to traditional methods, biosensors have outstanding features such as being highly sensitive and selective, cost-effective, portable, fast and user-friendly operation, and so on. There are three common types of biosensors including electrochemical, fluorescent, and colorimetric biosensors. In this review, some common biotic plant diseases caused by fungi, bacteria, and viruses are first summarized. Then, current advances in developing biosensors are discussed.
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- Hanh An Nguyen
- Department of Molecular Biology, Institute of Food and Biotechnology, Can Tho University, Can Tho City, Vietnam
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- Department of Molecular Biology, Institute of Food and Biotechnology, Can Tho University, Can Tho City, Vietnam
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- Department of Molecular Biology, Institute of Food and Biotechnology, Can Tho University, Can Tho City, Vietnam
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- Institute for Global Health Innovations, Duy Tan University, Da Nang 550000, Viet Nam
- Biotechnology Department, College of Medicine and Pharmacy, Duy Tan University, Da Nang 550000, Viet Nam
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- Department of Materials Science, School of Applied Chemistry, Tra Vinh University, Vietnam
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- NTT Hi-Tech Institute, Nguyen Tat Thanh University, Ward 13, District 04, Ho Chi Minh City 70000, Vietnam.
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- BioNano Applications Research Center, Gachon University, 1342 Seongnam-daero, Sujeong-gu, Seongnam-si 13120, Republic of Korea.
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Khaliq N, Ali G, Rasheed MA, Khan M, Xie Y, Schmuki P, Cho SO, Karim S. Multifunctional tunable Cu 2O and CuInS 2 quantum dots on TiO 2 nanotubes for efficient chemical oxidation of cholesterol and ibuprofen. NANOSCALE 2024; 16:12207-12227. [PMID: 38845383 DOI: 10.1039/d4nr00422a] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/28/2024]
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In this study, a CuInS2/Cu2O/TiO2 nanotube (TNT) heterojunction-based hybrid material is reported for the selective detection of cholesterol and ibuprofen. Anodic TNTs were co-decorated with Cu2O and CuInS2 quantum dots (QDs) using a modified chemical bath deposition (CBD) method. QDs help trigger the chemical oxidation of cholesterol by cathodically generating hydroxyl radicals (˙OH). The small size of QDs can be used to tune the energy levels of electrode materials to the effective redox potential of redox species, resulting in highly improved sensing characteristics. Under optimal conditions, CuInS2/Cu2O/TNTs show the highest sensitivity (∼12 530 μA mM-1 cm-2, i.e. up to 11-fold increase compared to pristine TNTs) for cholesterol detection with a low detection limit (0.013 μM) and a fast response time (1.3 s). The proposed biosensor was successfully employed for the detection of cholesterol in real blood samples. In addition, fast (4 s) and reliable detection of ibuprofen (with a sensitivity of ∼1293 μA mM-1 cm-2) as a water contaminant was achieved using CuInS2/Cu2O/TNTs. The long-term stability and favourable reproducibility of CuInS2/Cu2O/TNTs illustrate a unique concept for the rational design of a stable and high-performance multi-purpose electrochemical sensor.
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- Nilem Khaliq
- Department of Physics and Applied Mathematics, Pakistan Institute of Engineering and Applied Sciences (PIEAS), Islamabad 45650, Pakistan.
- Department of Physics, Women University Swabi, Swabi, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan
- Department of Materials Science and Engineering, University of Erlangen-Nuremberg, Martensstrasse 7, D-91058 Erlangen, Germany.
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- Nanomaterials Research Group (NRG), Physics Division, PINSTECH, Islamabad 44000, Pakistan.
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- Department of Physics and Applied Mathematics, Pakistan Institute of Engineering and Applied Sciences (PIEAS), Islamabad 45650, Pakistan.
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- Nanomaterials Research Group (NRG), Physics Division, PINSTECH, Islamabad 44000, Pakistan.
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- State Key Laboratory of Silicate Materials for Architectures, Wuhan University of Technology, No. 122, Luoshi Road, Wuhan 430070, China
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- Department of Materials Science and Engineering, University of Erlangen-Nuremberg, Martensstrasse 7, D-91058 Erlangen, Germany.
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- Department of Nuclear and Quantum Engineering (NQe), Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST), Daejeon 34141, Republic of Korea
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- Nanomaterials Research Group (NRG), Physics Division, PINSTECH, Islamabad 44000, Pakistan.
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Guo X, Sun C, Liu H. Triangular Triazine-Triphenylamine Functionalized Hybrid Fluorescent Porous Polymers for Detection and Photodegradation of Tetracycline Hydrochloride. LANGMUIR : THE ACS JOURNAL OF SURFACES AND COLLOIDS 2024; 40:13070-13081. [PMID: 38860681 DOI: 10.1021/acs.langmuir.4c00800] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/12/2024]
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First, an organic semiconductor fluorescent molecule of 4',4″,4"'-(2,4,6-triphenyl-1,3,5-triazine)-4-(N,N-diphenyl-(1,1'-biphenyl)-4-amine (TPTz) is successfully synthesized by the Suzuki-Miyaura coupling reaction of 2,4,6-tris(4-bromophenyl)-1,3,5-triazine with 4-(diphenylamino)phenylboronic acid. TPTz offers as high as 85% fluorescence quantum yield and a strong solvent effect, with fluorescent colors across the visible spectrum in different solvents. Then, an organic-inorganic hybrid fluorescent porous polymer of PCS-TPTz with a surface area of 714 m2 g-1 and pore volume of 0.660 cm3 g-1 is prepared by the Friedel-Crafts reaction of TPTz and octavinylsilsesquioxane; PCS-TPTz showed a high fluorescence quantum yield of 17% with a large Stokes shift of up to 280 nm. The excellent fluorescence properties and insolubility of PCS-TPTz make it to act as a heterophase sensor for tetracycline hydrochloride (TH) with a KSV of 2.39 × 104 M-1. In addition, PCS-TPTz exhibits an excellent photodegradation activity for antibiotic TH without the requirement for additional oxidants or pH adjustments. ESR spectra and free radical trapping experiment indicate that superoxide radical (•O2-) is the active radical for achieving the photodegradation. The simultaneous detection and degradation of TH are achieved by PCS-TPTz.
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- Xiaolin Guo
- International Center for Interdisciplinary Research and Innovation of Silsesquioxane Science, Key Laboratory of Special Functional Aggregated Materials, Ministry of Education, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Shandong University, 27 Shanda Nan lu, Jinan 250100, China
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- International Center for Interdisciplinary Research and Innovation of Silsesquioxane Science, Key Laboratory of Special Functional Aggregated Materials, Ministry of Education, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Shandong University, 27 Shanda Nan lu, Jinan 250100, China
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- International Center for Interdisciplinary Research and Innovation of Silsesquioxane Science, Key Laboratory of Special Functional Aggregated Materials, Ministry of Education, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Shandong University, 27 Shanda Nan lu, Jinan 250100, China
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Lucia-Tamudo J, Díaz-Tendero S, Nogueira JJ. Modeling One-Electron Oxidation Potentials and Hole Delocalization in Double-Stranded DNA by Multilayer and Dynamic Approaches. J Chem Inf Model 2024; 64:4802-4810. [PMID: 38856665 PMCID: PMC11200263 DOI: 10.1021/acs.jcim.4c00528] [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: 03/27/2024] [Revised: 05/27/2024] [Accepted: 05/28/2024] [Indexed: 06/11/2024]
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The number of innovative applications for DNA nowadays is growing quickly. Its use as a nanowire or electrochemical biosensor leads to the need for a deep understanding of the charge-transfer process along the strand, as well as its redox properties. These features are computationally simulated and analyzed in detail throughout this work by combining molecular dynamics, multilayer schemes, and the Marcus theory. One-electron oxidation potential and hole delocalization have been analyzed for six DNA double strands that cover all possible binary combinations of nucleotides. The results have revealed that the one-electron oxidation potential decreases with respect to the single-stranded DNA, giving evidence that the greater rigidity of a double helix induces an increase in the capacity of storing the positive charge generated upon oxidation. In addition, the hole is mainly stored in nucleobases with large reducer character, i.e., purines, especially when those are arranged in a stacked configuration in the same strand. From the computational point of view, the sampling needed to describe biological systems implies a significant computational cost. Here, we show that a small number of representative conformations generated by clustering analysis provides accurate results when compared with those obtained from sampling, reducing considerably the computational cost.
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- Jesús Lucia-Tamudo
- Department
of Chemistry, Universidad Autónoma
de Madrid, 28049 Madrid, Spain
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- Department
of Chemistry, Universidad Autónoma
de Madrid, 28049 Madrid, Spain
- Institute
for Advanced Research in Chemistry (IAdChem), Universidad Autónoma de Madrid, 28049 Madrid, Spain
- Condensed
Matter Physics Center (IFIMAC), Universidad
Autónoma de Madrid, 28049 Madrid, Spain
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- Department
of Chemistry, Universidad Autónoma
de Madrid, 28049 Madrid, Spain
- Institute
for Advanced Research in Chemistry (IAdChem), Universidad Autónoma de Madrid, 28049 Madrid, Spain
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Suehiro F, Hata Y, Sawada T, Serizawa T. Freeze-Dryable, Stable, and Click-Reactive Nanoparticles Composed of Cello-oligosaccharides for Biomolecular Sensing. ACS APPLIED BIO MATERIALS 2024; 7:4007-4016. [PMID: 38739554 DOI: 10.1021/acsabm.4c00359] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/16/2024]
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Nanoparticles have been widely used as platforms for biomolecular sensing because of their high specific surface area and attractive properties depending on their constituents and structures. Nevertheless, it remains challenging to develop nanoparticulate sensing platforms that are easily storable without aggregation and conjugatable with various ligands in a simple manner. Herein, we demonstrate that nanoparticulate assemblies of cello-oligosaccharides with terminal azido groups are promising candidates. Azidated cello-oligosaccharides can be readily synthesized via the enzyme-catalyzed oligomerization reaction. This study characterized the assembled structures of azidated cello-oligosaccharides produced during the enzymatic synthesis and revealed that the terminal azidated cello-oligosaccharides formed rectangular nanosheet-shaped lamellar crystals. The azido groups located on the nanosheet surfaces were successfully exploited for antigen conjugation via the click chemistry. The resultant antigen-conjugated nanosheets allowed for the quantitative and specific detection of a corresponding antibody, even in 10% serum, owing to the antifouling properties of cello-oligosaccharide assemblies against proteins. It was found that the functionalized nanosheets were redispersible in water after freeze-drying. This remarkable characteristic is attributed to the well-hydrated saccharide residues on the nanosheet surfaces. Moreover, the antibody detection capability did not decline after the thermal treatment of the functionalized nanosheets in a freeze-dried state. Our findings contribute to developing convenient nanoparticulate biomolecular sensing platforms.
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- Fumi Suehiro
- Department of Chemical Science and Engineering, School of Materials and Chemical Technology, Tokyo Institute of Technology, 2-12-1 Ookayama, Meguro-ku, Tokyo 152-8550, Japan
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- Department of Chemical Science and Engineering, School of Materials and Chemical Technology, Tokyo Institute of Technology, 2-12-1 Ookayama, Meguro-ku, Tokyo 152-8550, Japan
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- Department of Chemical Science and Engineering, School of Materials and Chemical Technology, Tokyo Institute of Technology, 2-12-1 Ookayama, Meguro-ku, Tokyo 152-8550, Japan
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- Department of Chemical Science and Engineering, School of Materials and Chemical Technology, Tokyo Institute of Technology, 2-12-1 Ookayama, Meguro-ku, Tokyo 152-8550, Japan
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Parihar A, Sharma P, Choudhary NK, Khan R, Mostafavi E. Internet-of-things-integrated molecularly imprinted polymer-based electrochemical nano-sensors for pesticide detection in the environment and food products. ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION (BARKING, ESSEX : 1987) 2024; 351:124029. [PMID: 38663510 DOI: 10.1016/j.envpol.2024.124029] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/03/2023] [Revised: 01/28/2024] [Accepted: 04/21/2024] [Indexed: 05/03/2024]
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To ensure environmental and health safety, relevant pollutants such as pesticides must be screened thoroughly to set their permissible limit. Various approaches have been used to identify pesticides such as capillary electrophoresis, gas and liquid-liquid chromatography, high-performance liquid chromatography, and enzyme-linked immune-absorbent tests. However, these techniques have some drawbacks, including time-consuming difficult steps, expensive bulky equipment, expert personnel, and a lack of selectivity. Recent advances in the field of biosensing have introduced biosensors for the onsite detection of pesticides which offer several advantages including rapid, simple, selective, sensitive, low-cost operation, and on-site detection. With the advent of molecularly imprinted polymer which substituted the traditional biorecognition elements (BREs) such as enzymes and antibodies, biosensors' sensitivity, selectivity, and reproducibility enhanced many folds. Molecularly imprinted polymers (MIP) are artificial polymer molecules that resemble natural BREs. They are synthesized when functional monomers are polymerized in the presence of a target analyte. Owing to the advantages of MIP, in this paper, the development of MIP-based electrochemical biosensors for pesticide detection is reviewed critically. A brief introduction to pesticides and the use of MIPs-based electrochemical sensors for pesticide detection is presented along with pros and cons. Further, Internet of Things (IoT) integrated MIP-based nanosensors for pesticide detection and information distribution have been discussed. In the end, future perspectives and challenges while implementing MIP-based nanosensors for onsite pesticide recognition have eventually been highlighted.
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- Arpana Parihar
- Industrial Waste Utilization, Nano and Biomaterials, CSIR-Advanced Materials and Processes Research Institute (AMPRI), Hoshangabad Road, Bhopal, 462026, MP, India.
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- NIMS Institute of Allied Medical Science and Technology, NIMS University, Jaipur, 303121, Rajasthan, India
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- NIMS Institute of Allied Medical Science and Technology, NIMS University, Jaipur, 303121, Rajasthan, India
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- Industrial Waste Utilization, Nano and Biomaterials, CSIR-Advanced Materials and Processes Research Institute (AMPRI), Hoshangabad Road, Bhopal, 462026, MP, India; Academy of Scientific and Innovative Research (AcSIR), Ghaziabad, 201002, India
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- Stanford Cardiovascular Institute, Stanford University School of Medicine, Stanford, CA, 94305, USA; Department of Medicine, Stanford University School of Medicine, Stanford, CA, 94305, USA
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Skonta A, Bellou MG, Matikas TE, Stamatis H. Colorimetric Glucose Biosensor Based on Chitosan Films and Its Application for Glucose Detection in Beverages Using a Smartphone Application. BIOSENSORS 2024; 14:299. [PMID: 38920603 PMCID: PMC11201573 DOI: 10.3390/bios14060299] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/07/2024] [Revised: 06/03/2024] [Accepted: 06/05/2024] [Indexed: 06/27/2024]
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Nowadays, biosensors are gaining increasing interest in foods' and beverages' quality control, owing to their economic production, enhanced sensitivity, specificity, and faster analysis. In particular, colorimetric biosensors can be combined with color recognition applications on smartphones for the detection of analytes, rendering the whole procedure more applicable in everyday life. Herein, chitosan (CS) films were prepared with the deep eutectic solvent (DES) choline chloride/urea/glycerol (ChCl:U:Gly). Glucose oxidase (GOx), a widely utilized enzyme in quality control, was immobilized within CS films through glutaraldehyde (GA), leading to the formation of CS/GOx films. The optimized GOx concentration and DES content were determined for the films. Moreover, the effect of the pH and temperature of the glucose oxidation reaction on the enzymatic activity of GOx was studied. The structure, stability, and specificity of the CS/GOx films as well as the Km values of free and immobilized GOx were also determined. Finally, the analytical performance of the films was studied by using both a spectrophotometer and a color recognition application on a smartphone. The results demonstrated that the films were highly accurate, specific to glucose, and stable when stored at 4 °C for 4 weeks and when reused 10 times, without evident activity loss. Furthermore, the films displayed a good linear response range (0.1-0.8 mM) and a good limit of detection (LOD, 33 μM), thus being appropriate for the estimation of glucose concentration in real samples through a smartphone application.
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- Anastasia Skonta
- Laboratory of Biotechnology, Department of Biological Applications and Technologies, University of Ioannina, 45110 Ioannina, Greece; (A.S.); (M.G.B.)
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- Laboratory of Biotechnology, Department of Biological Applications and Technologies, University of Ioannina, 45110 Ioannina, Greece; (A.S.); (M.G.B.)
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- Department of Materials Science and Engineering, University of Ioannina, 45110 Ioannina, Greece;
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- Laboratory of Biotechnology, Department of Biological Applications and Technologies, University of Ioannina, 45110 Ioannina, Greece; (A.S.); (M.G.B.)
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Kaur G, Bhari R, Kumar K. Nanobiosensors and their role in detection of adulterants and contaminants in food products. Crit Rev Biotechnol 2024; 44:547-561. [PMID: 36842973 DOI: 10.1080/07388551.2023.2175196] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/24/2022] [Revised: 01/03/2023] [Accepted: 01/17/2023] [Indexed: 02/28/2023]
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Nanotechnology is a multifaceted technical and scientific field undergoing a fast expansion. Nanoparticles, quantum dots, nanotubes, nanorods, nanowires, nanochips and many more are being increasingly used for fabrication of nanosensors and nanobiosensors to increase the sensitivity and selectivity of reactions. Food safety is an extremely important concern in food industries since it is directly associated with effect of food on human health. Here in our review, we have not only described the newest information regarding methods and use of nanomaterials for construction of nanosensors but also their detection range, limit of detection (LOD) and applications for food safety. Precise nanosensors having improved sensitivity and low limit of detection were discussed in brief. Review is primarily focused on nanosensors employed for detection of adulterants and contaminants in food products such as meat products, milk, fruit juices and water samples.
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- Gurlovleen Kaur
- Department of Biotechnology and Food Technology, M. M. Modi College, Patiala, Punjab, India
- Department of Biotechnology and Food Technology, Punjabi University, Patiala, Punjab, India
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- Department of Biotechnology and Food Technology, Punjabi University, Patiala, Punjab, India
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- Department of Biotechnology and Food Technology, M. M. Modi College, Patiala, Punjab, India
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Ahmad S, Lohiya S, Taksande A, Meshram RJ, Varma A, Vagha K. A Comprehensive Review of Innovative Paradigms in Microbial Detection and Antimicrobial Resistance: Beyond Traditional Cultural Methods. Cureus 2024; 16:e61476. [PMID: 38952583 PMCID: PMC11216122 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.61476] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/22/2024] [Accepted: 06/01/2024] [Indexed: 07/03/2024] Open
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Microbial detection and antimicrobial resistance (AMR) surveillance are critical components of public health efforts to combat infectious diseases and preserve the efficacy of antimicrobial agents. While foundational in microbial identification, traditional cultural methods are often laborious, time-consuming, and limited in their ability to detect AMR markers. In response to these challenges, innovative paradigms have emerged, leveraging advances in molecular biology, genomics, proteomics, nanotechnology, and bioinformatics. This comprehensive review provides an overview of innovative approaches beyond traditional cultural methods for microbial detection and AMR surveillance. Molecular-based techniques such as polymerase chain reaction (PCR) and next-generation sequencing (NGS) offer enhanced sensitivity and specificity, enabling the rapid identification of microbial pathogens and AMR determinants. Mass spectrometry-based methods provide rapid and accurate detection of microbial biomarkers, including matrix-assisted laser desorption/ionization time-of-flight (MALDI-TOF) and biosensor technologies. Nanotechnology approaches, such as nanoparticle-based assays and nanopore sequencing, offer novel platforms for sensitive and label-free detection of pathogens and AMR markers. Embracing these innovative paradigms holds immense promise for improving disease diagnosis, antibiotic stewardship, and AMR containment efforts. However, challenges such as cost, standardization, and integration with existing healthcare systems must be addressed to realize the full potential of these technologies. By fostering interdisciplinary collaboration and innovation, we can strengthen our ability to detect, monitor, and combat AMR, safeguarding public health for generations.
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- Shahzad Ahmad
- Pediatrics, Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College, Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education & Research (Deemed to be University), Wardha, IND
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- Pediatrics, Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College, Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education & Research (Deemed to be University), Wardha, IND
- Pediatrics, Acharya Vinoba Bhave Rural Hospital, Wardha, IND
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- Pediatrics, Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College, Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education & Research (Deemed to be University), Wardha, IND
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- Pediatrics, Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College, Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education & Research (Deemed to be University), Wardha, IND
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- Pediatrics, Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College, Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education & Research (Deemed to be University), Wardha, IND
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- Pediatrics, Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College, Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education & Research (Deemed to be University), Wardha, IND
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Szelenberger R, Cichoń N, Zajaczkowski W, Bijak M. Application of Biosensors for the Detection of Mycotoxins for the Improvement of Food Safety. Toxins (Basel) 2024; 16:249. [PMID: 38922144 PMCID: PMC11209361 DOI: 10.3390/toxins16060249] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/13/2024] [Revised: 05/09/2024] [Accepted: 05/21/2024] [Indexed: 06/27/2024] Open
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Mycotoxins, secondary metabolites synthesized by various filamentous fungi genera such as Aspergillus, Penicillium, Fusarium, Claviceps, and Alternaria, are potent toxic compounds. Their production is contingent upon specific environmental conditions during fungal growth. Arising as byproducts of fungal metabolic processes, mycotoxins exhibit significant toxicity, posing risks of acute or chronic health complications. Recognized as highly hazardous food contaminants, mycotoxins present a pervasive threat throughout the agricultural and food processing continuum, from plant cultivation to post-harvest stages. The imperative to adhere to principles of good agricultural and industrial practice is underscored to mitigate the risk of mycotoxin contamination in food production. In the domain of food safety, the rapid and efficient detection of mycotoxins holds paramount significance. This paper delineates conventional and commercial methodologies for mycotoxin detection in ensuring food safety, encompassing techniques like liquid chromatography, immunoassays, and test strips, with a significant emphasis on the role of electrochemiluminescence (ECL) biosensors, which are known for their high sensitivity and specificity. These are categorized into antibody-, and aptamer-based, as well as molecular imprinting methods. This paper examines the latest advancements in biosensors for mycotoxin testing, with a particular focus on their amplification strategies and operating mechanisms.
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- Rafał Szelenberger
- Biohazard Prevention Centre, Faculty of Biology and Environmental Protection, University of Lodz, Pomorska 141/143, 90-236 Lodz, Poland; (N.C.); (W.Z.); (M.B.)
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Wells TN, Schmidt H, Hawkins AR. Constrained Volume Micro- and Nanoparticle Collection Methods in Microfluidic Systems. MICROMACHINES 2024; 15:699. [PMID: 38930668 PMCID: PMC11206162 DOI: 10.3390/mi15060699] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/01/2024] [Revised: 05/23/2024] [Accepted: 05/23/2024] [Indexed: 06/28/2024]
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Particle trapping and enrichment into confined volumes can be useful in particle processing and analysis. This review is an evaluation of the methods used to trap and enrich particles into constrained volumes in microfluidic and nanofluidic systems. These methods include physical, optical, electrical, magnetic, acoustic, and some hybrid techniques, all capable of locally enhancing nano- and microparticle concentrations on a microscale. Some key qualitative and quantitative comparison points are also explored, illustrating the specific applicability and challenges of each method. A few applications of these types of particle trapping are also discussed, including enhancing biological and chemical sensors, particle washing techniques, and fluid medium exchange systems.
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- Tanner N. Wells
- Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, Brigham Young University, Provo, UT 84602, USA
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- School of Engineering, University of California Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz, CA 95064, USA
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- Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, Brigham Young University, Provo, UT 84602, USA
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Ziaei Chamgordani S, Yadegar A, Ghourchian H. C. difficile biomarkers, pathogenicity and detection. Clin Chim Acta 2024; 558:119674. [PMID: 38621586 DOI: 10.1016/j.cca.2024.119674] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/04/2024] [Revised: 04/12/2024] [Accepted: 04/12/2024] [Indexed: 04/17/2024]
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BACKGROUND Clostridioides difficile infection (CDI) is the main etiologic agent of antibiotic-associated diarrhea. CDI contributes to gut inflammation and can lead to disruption of the intestinal epithelial barrier. Recently, the rate of CDI cases has been increased. Thus, early diagnosis of C. difficile is critical for controlling the infection and guiding efficacious therapy. APPROACH A search strategy was set up using the terms C. difficile biomarkers and diagnosis. The found references were classified into two general categories; conventional and advanced methods. RESULTS The pathogenicity and biomarkers of C. difficile, and the collection manners for CDI-suspected specimens were briefly explained. Then, the conventional CDI diagnostic methods were subtly compared in terms of duration, level of difficulty, sensitivity, advantages, and disadvantages. Thereafter, an extensive review of the various newly proposed techniques available for CDI detection was conducted including nucleic acid isothermal amplification-based methods, biosensors, and gene/single-molecule microarrays. Also, the detection mechanisms, pros and cons of these methods were highlighted and compared with each other. In addition, approximately complete information on FDA-approved platforms for CDI diagnosis was collected. CONCLUSION To overcome the deficiencies of conventional methods, the potential of advanced methods for C. difficile diagnosis, their direction, perspective, and challenges ahead were discussed.
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- Sepideh Ziaei Chamgordani
- Laboratory of Bioanalysis, Institute of Biochemistry & Biophysics, University of Tehran, Tehran, Iran
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- Foodborne and Waterborne Diseases Research Center, Research Institute for Gastroenterology and Liver Diseases, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
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- Laboratory of Bioanalysis, Institute of Biochemistry & Biophysics, University of Tehran, Tehran, Iran.
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Ell M, Bui MT, Kigili S, Zeck G, Prado-López S. Assessment of chemotherapeutic effects on cancer cells using adhesion noise spectroscopy. Front Bioeng Biotechnol 2024; 12:1385730. [PMID: 38803844 PMCID: PMC11128629 DOI: 10.3389/fbioe.2024.1385730] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/13/2024] [Accepted: 04/12/2024] [Indexed: 05/29/2024] Open
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With cancer as one of the leading causes of death worldwide, there is a need for the development of accurate, cost-effective, easy-to-use, and fast drug-testing assays. While the NCI 60 cell-line screening as the gold standard is based on a colorimetric assay, monitoring cells electrically constitutes a label-free and non-invasive tool to assess the cytotoxic effects of a chemotherapeutic treatment on cancer cells. For decades, impedance-based cellular assays extensively investigated various cell characteristics affected by drug treatment but lack spatiotemporal resolution. With progress in microelectrode fabrication, high-density Complementary Metal Oxide Semiconductor (CMOS)-based microelectrode arrays (MEAs) with subcellular resolution and time-continuous recording capability emerged as a potent alternative. In this article, we present a new cell adhesion noise (CAN)-based electrical imaging technique to expand CMOS MEA cell-biology applications: CAN spectroscopy enables drug screening quantification with single-cell spatial resolution. The chemotherapeutic agent 5-Fluorouracil exerts a cytotoxic effect on colorectal cancer (CRC) cells hampering cell proliferation and lowering cell viability. For proof-of-concept, we found sufficient accuracy and reproducibility for CAN spectroscopy compared to a commercially available standard colorimetric biological assay. This label-free, non-invasive, and fast electrical imaging technique complements standardized cancer screening methods with significant advances over established impedance-based approaches.
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- Maximilian Ell
- Institute of Biomedical Electronics, Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Information Technology, TU Wien, Vienna, Austria
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- Institute of Biomedical Electronics, Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Information Technology, TU Wien, Vienna, Austria
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- Institute of Solid State Electronics, Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Information Technology, TU Wien, Vienna, Austria
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- Institute of Biomedical Electronics, Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Information Technology, TU Wien, Vienna, Austria
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- Institute of Solid State Electronics, Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Information Technology, TU Wien, Vienna, Austria
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Manoharan AK, Batcha MIK, Mahalingam S, Raj B, Kim J. Recent Advances in Two-Dimensional Nanomaterials for Healthcare Monitoring. ACS Sens 2024; 9:1706-1734. [PMID: 38563358 DOI: 10.1021/acssensors.4c00015] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 04/04/2024]
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The development of advanced technologies for the fabrication of functional nanomaterials, nanostructures, and devices has facilitated the development of biosensors for analyses. Two-dimensional (2D) nanomaterials, with unique hierarchical structures, a high surface area, and the ability to be functionalized for target detection at the surface, exhibit high potential for biosensing applications. The electronic properties, mechanical flexibility, and optical, electrochemical, and physical properties of 2D nanomaterials can be easily modulated, enabling the construction of biosensing platforms for the detection of various analytes with targeted recognition, sensitivity, and selectivity. This review provides an overview of the recent advances in 2D nanomaterials and nanostructures used for biosensor and wearable-sensor development for healthcare and health-monitoring applications. Finally, the advantages of 2D-nanomaterial-based devices and several challenges in their optimal operation have been discussed to facilitate the development of smart high-performance biosensors in the future.
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- Arun Kumar Manoharan
- Department of Electrical, Electronics and Communication Engineering, School of Technology, Gandhi Institute of Technology and Management (GITAM), Bengaluru 561203, Karnataka, India
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- Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering, Agni College of Technology, Chennai 600130, Tamil Nadu, India
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- Department of Materials System Engineering, Pukyong National University, Busan 48513, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering, Dr B R Ambedkar National Institute of Technology Jalandhar, Punjab 144011, India
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- Department of Materials System Engineering, Pukyong National University, Busan 48513, Republic of Korea
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Abideen ZU, Arifeen WU, Tricoli A. Advances in flame synthesis of nano-scale architectures for chemical, biomolecular, plasmonic, and light sensing. NANOSCALE 2024; 16:7752-7785. [PMID: 38563193 DOI: 10.1039/d4nr00321g] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 04/04/2024]
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Flame spray pyrolysis (FSP), a key technique under the broader category of flame aerosol synthesis, is being increasingly explored for the design of advanced miniaturized sensor architectures with applications including chemical, biomolecular, plasmonic, and light sensing. This review provides an overview of the advantages of FSP for the fabrication of nanostructured materials for sensing, delving into synthesis strategies and material structures that meet the increasing demands for miniaturized sensor devices. We focus on the fundamentals of FSP, discussing reactor configurations and how process parameters such as precursor compositions, flow rates, and temperature influence nanoparticle characteristics and their sensing performance. A detailed analysis of nanostructures, compositions, and morphologies made by FSP and their applications in chemical, chemiresistive, plasmonic, biosensing, and light sensing is presented. This review identifies the challenges and opportunities of FSP, exploring current limitations and potential improvements for industrial translation. We conclude by highlighting future research directions aiming to establish guidelines for the flame-based design of nano-scale sensing architectures.
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- Zain Ul Abideen
- Nanotechnology Research Laboratory, Research School of Chemistry, College of Science, Australian National University, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory 2601, Australia
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- School of Mechanical Engineering, Yeungnam University, Daehak-ro, Gyeongsan-si, Gyeongbuk-do, 38541, South Korea
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- Nanotechnology Research Laboratory, Research School of Chemistry, College of Science, Australian National University, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory 2601, Australia
- Nanotechnology Research Laboratory, Faculty of Engineering, University of Sydney, Sydney, New South Wales 2006, Australia.
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Chaisupa P, Wright RC. State-of-the-art in engineering small molecule biosensors and their applications in metabolic engineering. SLAS Technol 2024; 29:100113. [PMID: 37918525 DOI: 10.1016/j.slast.2023.10.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/07/2023] [Revised: 10/18/2023] [Accepted: 10/25/2023] [Indexed: 11/04/2023]
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Genetically encoded biosensors are crucial for enhancing our understanding of how molecules regulate biological systems. Small molecule biosensors, in particular, help us understand the interaction between chemicals and biological processes. They also accelerate metabolic engineering by increasing screening throughput and eliminating the need for sample preparation through traditional chemical analysis. Additionally, they offer significantly higher spatial and temporal resolution in cellular analyte measurements. In this review, we discuss recent progress in in vivo biosensors and control systems-biosensor-based controllers-for metabolic engineering. We also specifically explore protein-based biosensors that utilize less commonly exploited signaling mechanisms, such as protein stability and induced degradation, compared to more prevalent transcription factor and allosteric regulation mechanism. We propose that these lesser-used mechanisms will be significant for engineering eukaryotic systems and slower-growing prokaryotic systems where protein turnover may facilitate more rapid and reliable measurement and regulation of the current cellular state. Lastly, we emphasize the utilization of cutting-edge and state-of-the-art techniques in the development of protein-based biosensors, achieved through rational design, directed evolution, and collaborative approaches.
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- Patarasuda Chaisupa
- Department of Biological Systems Engineering, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, VA 24061, United States
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- Department of Biological Systems Engineering, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, VA 24061, United States; Translational Plant Sciences Center (TPSC), Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, VA 24061, United States.
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Alavi SE, Alharthi S, Alavi SF, Alavi SZ, Zahra GE, Raza A, Ebrahimi Shahmabadi H. Microfluidics for personalized drug delivery. Drug Discov Today 2024; 29:103936. [PMID: 38428803 DOI: 10.1016/j.drudis.2024.103936] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/07/2023] [Revised: 02/15/2024] [Accepted: 02/26/2024] [Indexed: 03/03/2024]
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This review highlights the transformative impact of microfluidic technology on personalized drug delivery. Microfluidics addresses issues in traditional drug synthesis, providing precise control and scalability in nanoparticle fabrication, and microfluidic platforms show high potential for versatility, offering patient-specific dosing and real-time monitoring capabilities, all integrated into wearable technology. Covalent conjugation of antibodies to nanoparticles improves bioactivity, driving innovations in drug targeting. The integration of microfluidics with sensor technologies and artificial intelligence facilitates real-time feedback and autonomous adaptation in drug delivery systems. Key challenges, such as droplet polydispersity and fluidic handling, along with future directions focusing on scalability and reliability, are essential considerations in advancing microfluidics for personalized drug delivery.
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- Seyed Ebrahim Alavi
- School of Medicine and Dentistry, Griffith University, Gold Coast, QLD 4215, Australia.
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, College of Pharmacy, Shaqra University, Al-Dawadmi Campus, Al-Dawadmi 11961, Saudi Arabia
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- State Key Laboratory of Physical Chemistry of Solid Surfaces, College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Fujian Provincial Key Laboratory of Theoretical and Computational Chemistry, and Innovation Laboratory for Sciences and Technologies of Energy Materials of Fujian Province (IKKEM), Xiamen University, Xiamen, Fujian 361005, PR China
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- Immunology of Infectious Diseases Research Center, Research Institute of Basic Medical Sciences, Rafsanjan University of Medical Sciences, Rafsanjan 7718175911, Iran
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- Government College University Faisalabad, Faisalabad, Pakistan
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- School of Pharmacy, Fudan University, Shanghai 201203, PR China
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- Immunology of Infectious Diseases Research Center, Research Institute of Basic Medical Sciences, Rafsanjan University of Medical Sciences, Rafsanjan 7718175911, Iran.
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Fattahi M, Maghsudlu M, Razipour M, Movahedpour A, Ghadami M, Alizadeh M, Khatami SH, Taheri-Anganeh M, Ghasemi E, Ghasemi H, Aiiashi S, Ghadami E. MicroRNA biosensors for detection of glioblastoma. Clin Chim Acta 2024; 556:117829. [PMID: 38355000 DOI: 10.1016/j.cca.2024.117829] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/10/2023] [Revised: 02/10/2024] [Accepted: 02/11/2024] [Indexed: 02/16/2024]
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Glioblastoma (GBM) is the most common type of malignant brain tumor.The discovery of microRNAs and their unique properties have made them suitable tools as biomarkers for cancer diagnosis, prognosis, and evaluation of therapeutic response using different types of nanomaterials as sensitive and specific biosensors. In this review, we discuss microRNA-based electrochemical biosensing systems and the use of nanoparticles in the evolving development of microRNA-based biosensors in glioblastoma.
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- Mehdi Fattahi
- Institute of Research and Development, Duy Tan University, Da Nang, Vietnam; School of Engineering & Technology, Duy Tan University, Da Nang, Vietnam
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- Department of Medical Genetics, School of Medicine, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Medical Genetics, School of Medicine, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Medical Genetics, School of Medicine, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Clinical Biochemistry, School of Medicine, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Clinical Biochemistry, School of Medicine, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Cellular and Molecular Research Center, Cellular and Molecular Medicine Research Institute, Urmia University of Medical Sciences, Urmia, Iran
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- Abadan University of Medical Sciences, Abadan, Iran.
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- Department of Medical Genetics, School of Medicine, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
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Nadeem A, Lyons S, Kindopp A, Jamieson A, Roxbury D. Machine Learning Assisted Spectral Fingerprinting for Immune Cell Phenotyping. BIORXIV : THE PREPRINT SERVER FOR BIOLOGY 2024:2024.03.05.583608. [PMID: 38496523 PMCID: PMC10942323 DOI: 10.1101/2024.03.05.583608] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/19/2024]
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Spectral fingerprinting has emerged as a powerful tool, adept at identifying chemical compounds and deciphering complex interactions within cells and engineered nanomaterials. Using near-infrared (NIR) fluorescence spectral fingerprinting coupled with machine learning techniques, we uncover complex interactions between DNA-functionalized single-walled carbon nanotubes (DNA-SWCNTs) and live macrophage cells, enabling in situ phenotype discrimination. Through the use of Raman microscopy, we showcase statistically higher DNA-SWCNT uptake and a significantly lower defect ratio in M1 macrophages as compared to M2 and naïve phenotypes. NIR fluorescence data also indicate that distinctive intra-endosomal environments of these cell types give rise to significant differences in many optical features such as emission peak intensities, center wavelengths, and peak intensity ratios. Such features serve as distinctive markers for identifying different macrophage phenotypes. We further use a support vector machine (SVM) model trained on SWCNT fluorescence data to identify M1 and M2 macrophages, achieving an impressive accuracy of > 95%. Finally, we observe that the stability of DNA-SWCNT complexes, influenced by DNA sequence length, is a crucial consideration for applications such as cell phenotyping or mapping intra-endosomal microenvironments using AI techniques. Our findings suggest that shorter DNA-sequences like GT 6 give rise to more improved model accuracy (> 87%) due to increased active interactions of SWCNTs with biomolecules in the endosomal microenvironment. Implications of this research extend to the development of nanomaterial-based platforms for cellular identification, holding promise for potential applications in real time monitoring of in vivo cellular differentiation. TOC Graphic
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Reja SI, Minoshima M, Hori Y, Kikuchi K. Recent advancements of fluorescent biosensors using semisynthetic probes. Biosens Bioelectron 2024; 247:115862. [PMID: 38147718 DOI: 10.1016/j.bios.2023.115862] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/15/2022] [Revised: 11/07/2023] [Accepted: 11/17/2023] [Indexed: 12/28/2023]
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Fluorescent biosensors are crucial experimental tools for live-cell imaging and the quantification of different biological analytes. Fluorescent protein (FP)-based biosensors are widely used for imaging applications in living systems. However, the use of FP-based biosensors is hindered by their large size, poor photostability, and laborious genetic manipulations required to improve their properties. Recently, semisynthetic fluorescent biosensors have been developed to address the limitations of FP-based biosensors using chemically modified fluorescent probes and self-labeling protein tag/peptide tags or DNA/RNA-based hybrid systems. Semisynthetic biosensors have unique advantages, as they can be easily modified using different probes. Moreover, the self-labeling protein tag, which labels synthetically developed ligands via covalent bonds, has immense potential for biosensor development. This review discusses the recent progress in different types of fluorescent biosensors for metabolites, protein aggregation and degradation, DNA methylation, endocytosis and exocytosis, membrane tension, and cellular viscosity. Here, we explain in detail the design strategy and working principle of these biosensors. The information presented will help the reader to create new biosensors using self-labeling protein tags for various applications.
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- Shahi Imam Reja
- Immunology Frontier Research Center (IFReC), Osaka University, Suita, Osaka, 565-0871, Japan
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- Division of Applied Chemistry, Graduate School of Engineering, Osaka University, Suita, Osaka, 565-0871, Japan
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- Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, Kyushu University, Fukuoka, 819-0395, Japan
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- Immunology Frontier Research Center (IFReC), Osaka University, Suita, Osaka, 565-0871, Japan; Division of Applied Chemistry, Graduate School of Engineering, Osaka University, Suita, Osaka, 565-0871, Japan.
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Wan HH, Zhu H, Chiang CC, Li JS, Ren F, Tsai CT, Liao YT, Neal D, Esquivel-Upshaw JF, Pearton SJ. High sensitivity saliva-based biosensor in detection of breast cancer biomarkers: HER2 and CA15-3. JOURNAL OF VACUUM SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY. B, NANOTECHNOLOGY & MICROELECTRONICS : MATERIALS, PROCESSING, MEASUREMENT, & PHENOMENA : JVST B 2024; 42:023202. [PMID: 38362284 PMCID: PMC10866624 DOI: 10.1116/6.0003370] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/07/2023] [Accepted: 01/03/2024] [Indexed: 02/17/2024]
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The prevalence of breast cancer in women underscores the urgent need for innovative and efficient detection methods. This study addresses this imperative by harnessing salivary biomarkers, offering a noninvasive and accessible means of identifying breast cancer. In this study, commercially available disposable based strips similar to the commonly used glucose detection strips were utilized and functionalized to detect breast cancer with biomarkers of HER2 and CA15-3. The results demonstrated limits of detection for these two biomarkers reached as low as 1 fg/ml much lower than those of conventional enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay in the range of 1∼4 ng/ml. By employing a synchronized double-pulse method to apply 10 of 1.2 ms voltage pulses to the electrode of sensing strip and drain electrode of the transistor for amplifying the detected signal, and the detected signal was the average of 10 digital output readings corresponding to those 10 voltage pulses. The sensor sensitivities were achieved approximately 70/dec and 30/dec for HER2 and CA15-3, respectively. Moreover, the efficiency of this novel technique is underscored by its swift testing time of less than 15 ms and its minimal sample requirement of only 3 μl of saliva. The simplicity of operation and the potential for widespread public use in the future position this approach as a transformative tool in the early detection of breast cancer. This research not only provides a crucial advancement in diagnostic methodologies but also holds the promise of revolutionizing public health practices.
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- Hsiao-Hsuan Wan
- Department of Chemical Engineering, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida 32611
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida 32611
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida 32611
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida 32611
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida 32611
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- Department of Electronics and Electrical Engineering, National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University, Hsinchu 30010, Hsinchu, Taiwan
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- Department of Electronics and Electrical Engineering, National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University, Hsinchu 30010, Hsinchu, Taiwan
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- Department of Surgery, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida 32610
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- Department of Restorative Dental Science, Division of Prosthodontics, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida 32611
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- Department of Materials Science and Engineering, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida 32611
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Usman M, Baig Y, Nardiello D, Quinto M. How new nanotechnologies are changing the opioid analysis scenery? A comparison with classical analytical methods. Forensic Sci Res 2024; 9:owae001. [PMID: 38560581 PMCID: PMC10981550 DOI: 10.1093/fsr/owae001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/22/2023] [Accepted: 01/02/2024] [Indexed: 04/04/2024] Open
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Opioids such as heroin, fentanyl, raw opium, and morphine have become a serious threat to the world population in the recent past, due to their increasing use and abuse. The detection of these drugs in biological samples is usually carried out by spectroscopic and/or chromatographic techniques, but the need for quick, sensitive, selective, and low-cost new analytical tools has pushed the development of new methods based on selective nanosensors, able to meet these requirements. Modern sensors, which utilize "next-generation" technologies like nanotechnology, have revolutionized drug detection methods, due to easiness of use, their low cost, and their high sensitivity and reliability, allowing the detection of opioids at trace levels in raw, pharmaceutical, and biological samples (e.g. blood, urine, saliva, and other biological fluids). The peculiar characteristics of these sensors not only have allowed on-site analyses (in the field, at the crime scene, etc.) but also they are nowadays replacing the gold standard analytical methods in the laboratory, even if a proper method validation is still required. This paper reviews advances in the field of nanotechnology and nanosensors for the detection of commonly abused opioids both prescribed (i.e. codeine and morphine) and illegal narcotics (i.e. heroin and fentanyl analogues).
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- Muhammad Usman
- Narcotic Unit, Punjab Forensic Science Agency, Home Department, Government of The Punjab, Lahore-54000, Pakistan
- Department of Sciences of Agriculture, Food, Natural Resources and Engineering (DAFNE), University of Foggia, I-71122 Foggia, Italy
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- Narcotic Unit, Punjab Forensic Science Agency, Home Department, Government of The Punjab, Lahore-54000, Pakistan
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- Department of Sciences of Agriculture, Food, Natural Resources and Engineering (DAFNE), University of Foggia, I-71122 Foggia, Italy
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- Department of Sciences of Agriculture, Food, Natural Resources and Engineering (DAFNE), University of Foggia, I-71122 Foggia, Italy
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Quazi MZ, Choi JH, Kim M, Park N. DNA and Nanomaterials: A Functional Combination for DNA Sensing. ACS APPLIED BIO MATERIALS 2024; 7:778-786. [PMID: 38270150 DOI: 10.1021/acsabm.3c01190] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/26/2024]
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Recent decades have experienced tough situations due to the lack of reliable diagnostic facilities. The most recent cases occurred during the pandemic, where researchers observed the lack of diagnostic facilities with precision. Microorganisms and viral disease's ability to escape diagnosis has been a global challenge. DNA always has been a unique moiety with a strong and precise base-paired structure. DNA in human and foreign particles makes identification possible through base pairing. Since then, researchers have focused heavily on designing diagnostic assays targeting DNA in particular. Moreover, DNA nanotechnology has contributed vastly to designing composite nanomaterials by combining DNA/nucleic acids with functional nanomaterials and inorganic nanoparticles exploiting their physicochemical properties. These nanomaterials often exhibit unique or enhanced properties due to the synergistic activity of the many components. The capabilities of DNA and additional nanomaterials have shown the combination of robust and advanced tailoring of biosensors. Preceding findings state that the conventional strategies have exhibited certain limitations such as a low range of target detection, less biodegradability, subordinate half-life, and high susceptibility to microenvironments; however, a DNA-nanomaterial-based biosensor has overcome these limitations meaningfully. Additionally, the unique properties of nucleic acids have been studied extensively due to their high signal conduction abilities. Here, we review recent studies on DNA-nanomaterial-based biosensors, their mechanism of action, and improved/updated strategies in vivo and in situ. Furthermore, this review highlights the recent methodologies on DNA utilization to exploit the interfacial properties of nanomaterials in DNA sensing. Lastly, the review concludes with the limitations/challenges and future directions.
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- Mohzibudin Z Quazi
- Department of Chemistry and The Natural Science Research Institute, Myongji University, Myongji-ro, Yongin, Gyeonggi-do 17058, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Chemistry and The Natural Science Research Institute, Myongji University, Myongji-ro, Yongin, Gyeonggi-do 17058, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Chemistry and The Natural Science Research Institute, Myongji University, Myongji-ro, Yongin, Gyeonggi-do 17058, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Chemistry and The Natural Science Research Institute, Myongji University, Myongji-ro, Yongin, Gyeonggi-do 17058, Republic of Korea
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Medrano-Lopez JA, Villalpando I, Salazar MI, Torres-Torres C. Hierarchical Nanobiosensors at the End of the SARS-CoV-2 Pandemic. BIOSENSORS 2024; 14:108. [PMID: 38392027 PMCID: PMC10887370 DOI: 10.3390/bios14020108] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/24/2023] [Revised: 02/09/2024] [Accepted: 02/15/2024] [Indexed: 02/24/2024]
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Nanostructures have played a key role in the development of different techniques to attack severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2). Some applications include masks, vaccines, and biosensors. The latter are of great interest for detecting diseases since some of their features allowed us to find specific markers in secretion samples such as saliva, blood, and even tears. Herein, we highlight how hierarchical nanoparticles integrated into two or more low-dimensional materials present outstanding advantages that are attractive for photonic biosensing using their nanoscale functions. The potential of nanohybrids with their superlative mechanical characteristics together with their optical and optoelectronic properties is discussed. The progress in the scientific research focused on using nanoparticles for biosensing a variety of viruses has become a medical milestone in recent years, and has laid the groundwork for future disease treatments. This perspective analyzes the crucial information about the use of hierarchical nanostructures in biosensing for the prevention, treatment, and mitigation of SARS-CoV-2 effects.
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- Jael Abigail Medrano-Lopez
- Sección de Estudios de Posgrado e Investigación, Escuela Superior de Ingeniería y Eléctrica, Unidad Zacatenco, Instituto Politécnico Nacional, Mexico City 07738, Mexico
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- Centro de Investigación para los Recursos Naturales, Salaices 33941, Mexico
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- Departamento de Microbiología, Escuela Nacional de Ciencias Biológicas, Instituto Politécnico Nacional, Mexico City 11340, Mexico
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- Sección de Estudios de Posgrado e Investigación, Escuela Superior de Ingeniería y Eléctrica, Unidad Zacatenco, Instituto Politécnico Nacional, Mexico City 07738, Mexico
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Sadrabadi EA, Benvidi A, Azimzadeh M, Asgharnejad L, Dezfuli AS, Khashayar P. Novel electrochemical biosensor for breast cancer detection, based on a nanocomposite of carbon nanofiber, metal-organic framework, and magnetic graphene oxide. Bioelectrochemistry 2024; 155:108558. [PMID: 37716260 DOI: 10.1016/j.bioelechem.2023.108558] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/17/2023] [Revised: 09/01/2023] [Accepted: 09/06/2023] [Indexed: 09/18/2023]
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In this study, we present the newly developed a novel microRNA biosensor based on magnetic rod carbon paste electrodes for breast cancer detection by using a relatively new MOF structure as a substrate. The major goal of manufacturing biosensors, suitable for clinical diagnostics, is to measure very low amount of microRNA 155 in complex environments. Therefore, we used a combination of different materials, including carbon nanofibers, CuBTC-AIA (CuMOF), and Fe@rGO, to improve the electrode surface-to-volume ratio and facilitate the electron transfer process. In this method, 1-pyrenebutyric acid N-hydroxysuccinimide ester was used to bind the microRNAs to the electrode surface. The hybridization process on the modified electrode surface was investigated using cyclic voltammetry, electrochemical impedance spectroscopy, and differential pulse voltammetry across the potential range, in which the accumulated hematoxylin was electroactive. Under optimal conditions, a very low detection limit of 0.08 fM and an adequate dynamic range of 0.2 fM-500 pM were achieved. The fabricated sensor was reported to be reproducible and selective when tested using different types of mismatched target sequences. And finally, the real human serum samples were used to confirm the capability of the nanobiosensor to detect microRNA 155 without any significant interference from other molecules and components.
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- Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, Yazd University, Yazd, Iran.
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- Medical Nanotechnology & Tissue Engineering Research Center, Yazd Reproductive Sciences Institute, Shahid Sadoughi University of Medical Sciences, 89195-999 Yazd, Iran; Stem Cell Biology Research Center, Yazd Reproductive Sciences Institute, Shahid Sadoughi University of Medical Sciences, 89195-999 Yazd, Iran; Department of Medical Biotechnology, School of Medicine, Shahid Sadoughi University of Medical Sciences, 8915173143 Yazd, Iran.
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- School of Chemistry, College of Science, University of Tehran, Tehran, Iran
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- Center of Excellence in Electrochemistry, Faculty of Chemistry, University of Tehran, Tehran, Iran; Ronash Technology Pars Company, Tehran, Iran
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- Center for Microsystem Technology, Imec and Ghent University, 9000 Gent, Belgium
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Islam MR, Afroj S, Yin J, Novoselov KS, Chen J, Karim N. Advances in Printed Electronic Textiles. ADVANCED SCIENCE (WEINHEIM, BADEN-WURTTEMBERG, GERMANY) 2024; 11:e2304140. [PMID: 38009793 PMCID: PMC10853734 DOI: 10.1002/advs.202304140] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/22/2023] [Revised: 09/11/2023] [Indexed: 11/29/2023]
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Electronic textiles (e-textiles) have emerged as a revolutionary solution for personalized healthcare, enabling the continuous collection and communication of diverse physiological parameters when seamlessly integrated with the human body. Among various methods employed to create wearable e-textiles, printing offers unparalleled flexibility and comfort, seamlessly integrating wearables into garments. This has spurred growing research interest in printed e-textiles, due to their vast design versatility, material options, fabrication techniques, and wide-ranging applications. Here, a comprehensive overview of the crucial considerations in fabricating printed e-textiles is provided, encompassing the selection of conductive materials and substrates, as well as the essential pre- and post-treatments involved. Furthermore, the diverse printing techniques and the specific requirements are discussed, highlighting the advantages and limitations of each method. Additionally, the multitude of wearable applications made possible by printed e-textiles is explored, such as their integration as various sensors, supercapacitors, and heated garments. Finally, a forward-looking perspective is provided, discussing future prospects and emerging trends in the realm of printed wearable e-textiles. As advancements in materials science, printing technologies, and design innovation continue to unfold, the transformative potential of printed e-textiles in healthcare and beyond is poised to revolutionize the way wearable technology interacts and benefits.
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- Md Rashedul Islam
- Centre for Print Research (CFPR)University of the West of EnglandFrenchay CampusBristolBS16 1QYUK
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- Centre for Print Research (CFPR)University of the West of EnglandFrenchay CampusBristolBS16 1QYUK
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- Department of BioengineeringUniversity of CaliforniaLos AngelesCA90095USA
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- Institute for Functional Intelligent MaterialsDepartment of Materials Science and EngineeringNational University of SingaporeSingapore117575Singapore
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- Department of BioengineeringUniversity of CaliforniaLos AngelesCA90095USA
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- Centre for Print Research (CFPR)University of the West of EnglandFrenchay CampusBristolBS16 1QYUK
- Nottingham School of Art and DesignNottingham Trent UniversityShakespeare StreetNottinghamNG1 4GGUK
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Shirzad H, Panji M, Nezhad SAM, Houshmand P, Tamai IA. One-pot rapid visual detection of E. coli O157:H7 by label-free AuNP-based plasmonic-aptasensor in water sample. J Microbiol Methods 2024; 217-218:106858. [PMID: 38040292 DOI: 10.1016/j.mimet.2023.106858] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/20/2023] [Revised: 11/04/2023] [Accepted: 11/07/2023] [Indexed: 12/03/2023]
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Access to clean water for irrigation and drinking has long been a global concern. The need for fast, precise, and cost-effective methods to detect harmful bacteria like Enterohemorrhagic Escherichia coli (EHEC) serotype O157:H7 is high due to the potential for severe infectious diseases. Fortunately, recent research has led to developing and utilizing rapid bacterial detection methods. The creation of an aptamer-based biosensor (aptasensor) for the detection of E. coli O157:H7 using label-free aptamers and gold nanoparticles (AuNPs) is described in this study. The specific aptamers that can detect target bacteria are adsorbed on the surface of unmodified AuNPs to form the aptasensor. The detection is performed by target bacterium-induced aptasensor aggregation, which is associated with a red-to-purple color change under high-salt circumstances. We devised a quick and easy method for detecting bacteria using an anti-E. coli O157:H7 aptamer without the need for specialized equipment or pretreatment processes like cell lysis. The aptasensor could identify target bacteria with only as few as 250 colony-forming units (CFU)/ml in 15 min or less, and its specificity based on our test was 100%. This method not only provides a fast direct preparation process but also exhibits remarkable proficiency in promptly identifying the intended target with a heightened level of sensitivity and specificity. Therefore, it can serve as an intelligent tool for monitoring water reservoirs and preventing the transmission of infectious diseases associated with EHEC.
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- Hadi Shirzad
- Research Center for Life & Health Sciences & Biotechnology of the Police, Directorate of Health, Rescue & Treatment, Police Headquarter, Tehran, Iran
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- Research Center for Life & Health Sciences & Biotechnology of the Police, Directorate of Health, Rescue & Treatment, Police Headquarter, Tehran, Iran
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- Research Center for Life & Health Sciences & Biotechnology of the Police, Directorate of Health, Rescue & Treatment, Police Headquarter, Tehran, Iran
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- Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Tehran, Tehran, Iran
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Fattahi M, Rahdan F, Shaterabadi D, Zamani Sani M, Alizadeh M, Khatami SH, Taheri-Anganeh M, Movahedpour A, Ghasemi H. MicroRNA biosensors for the detection of liver cancer. Clin Chim Acta 2024; 554:117796. [PMID: 38272250 DOI: 10.1016/j.cca.2024.117796] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/07/2023] [Revised: 01/21/2024] [Accepted: 01/22/2024] [Indexed: 01/27/2024]
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Liver cancer is one of the deadliest types worldwide and early diagnosis is highly important for successful treatment. Therefore, it is necessary to develop rapid, sensitive, simple, and inexpensive analytical tools for its detection. MicroRNAs (miRNA) represent unique biomarkers whose expression in biofluids is strongly associated with cancer in general and miR-21, -31, -122, -145, -146a, -200c, -221, -222, and -223 in liver cancer, specifically. Various biosensors for miRNA detection have been developed. These include electrochemical biosensors based on amperometric, potentiometric, conductometric and impedimetric technology. Furthermore, the use of advanced nanomaterials with enhanced chemical stability, conductivity and electrocatalytic activity have greatly increased the sensitivity and specificity of these devices. The present review focuses on recent advances in electrochemical biosensors for miRNA detection in liver cancer.
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- Mehdi Fattahi
- Institute of Research and Development, Duy Tan University, Da Nang, Vietnam; School of Engineering & Technology, Duy Tan University, Da Nang, Vietnam
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- Department of Medical Biotechnology, Faculty of Advanced Medical Sciences, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran
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- Department of Medical Nanotechnology, Faculty of Advanced Medical Sciences, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran
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- Department of Biochemistry and Clinical Laboratories, Faculty of Medicine, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran
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- Department of Clinical Biochemistry, School of Medicine, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Clinical Biochemistry, School of Medicine, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Cellular and Molecular Research Center, Cellular and Molecular Medicine Research Institute, Urmia University of Medical Sciences, Urmia, Iran
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Ahmadipour M, Bhattacharya A, Sarafbidabad M, Syuhada Sazali E, Krishna Ghoshal S, Satgunam M, Singh R, Rezaei Ardani M, Missaoui N, Kahri H, Pal U, Ling Pang A. CA19-9 and CEA biosensors in pancreatic cancer. Clin Chim Acta 2024; 554:117788. [PMID: 38246211 DOI: 10.1016/j.cca.2024.117788] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/11/2023] [Revised: 01/15/2024] [Accepted: 01/15/2024] [Indexed: 01/23/2024]
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Cancer is a complex pathophysiological condition causing millions of deaths each year. Early diagnosis is essential especially for pancreatic cancer. Existing diagnostic tools rely on circulating biomarkers such as Carbohydrate Antigen 19-9 (CA19-9) and Carcinoembryonic Antigen (CEA). Unfortunately, these markers are nonspecific and may be increased in a variety of disorders. Accordingly, diagnosis of pancreatic cancer generally involves more invasive approaches such as biopsy as well as imaging studies. Recent advances in biosensor technology have allowed the development of precise diagnostic tools having enhanced analytical sensitivity and specificity. Herein we examine these advances in the detection of cancer in general and in pancreatic cancer specifically. Furthermore, we highlight novel technologies in the measurement of CA19-9 and CEA and explore their future application in the early detection of pancreatic cancer.
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- Mohsen Ahmadipour
- Institute of Power Engineering, Universiti Tenaga Nasional, 43650 Serdang, Selangor, Malaysia.
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- Advanced Optical Materials Research Group, Department of Physics, Faculty of Science, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, 81310 Skudai, Johor, Malaysia; Ibnu Sina Institute of Laser Centre, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, 81310 Skudai, Johor, Malaysia
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- Biomedical Engineering Department, Faculty of Engineering, University of Isfahan, Isfahan, Iran
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- Advanced Optical Materials Research Group, Department of Physics, Faculty of Science, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, 81310 Skudai, Johor, Malaysia; Ibnu Sina Institute of Laser Centre, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, 81310 Skudai, Johor, Malaysia
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- Advanced Optical Materials Research Group, Department of Physics, Faculty of Science, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, 81310 Skudai, Johor, Malaysia; Ibnu Sina Institute of Laser Centre, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, 81310 Skudai, Johor, Malaysia
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- Institute of Power Engineering, Universiti Tenaga Nasional, 43650 Serdang, Selangor, Malaysia; Department of Mechanical Engineering, Universiti Tenaga Nasional, 43650 Serdang, Selangor, Malaysia
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- Institute of Power Engineering, Universiti Tenaga Nasional, 43650 Serdang, Selangor, Malaysia; Center of Advanced Manufacturing and Materials Processing (AMMP), Faculty of Engineering, University of Malaya, 50603 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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- School of Materials and Mineral Resources Engineering, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Engineering Campus, 14300 Nibong Tebal, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia
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- Laboratory of Interfaces and Advanced Materials, Faculty of Sciences, University of Monastir, Monastir, Tunisia
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- Laboratory of Interfaces and Advanced Materials, Faculty of Sciences, University of Monastir, Monastir, Tunisia
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- Department of Analytical and Structural Chemistry, CSIR-Indian Institute of Chemical Technology, Hyderabad, India
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- Department of Chemical Science, Faculty of Science, Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman, 31900 Kampar, Perak, Malaysia
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Mobed A, Darvishi M, Tahavvori A, Alipourfard I, Kohansal F, Ghazi F, Alivirdiloo V. Nanobiosensors for procalcitonin (PCT) analysis. J Clin Lab Anal 2024; 38:e25006. [PMID: 38268233 PMCID: PMC10873684 DOI: 10.1002/jcla.25006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/10/2023] [Revised: 12/18/2023] [Accepted: 01/07/2024] [Indexed: 01/26/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Procalcitonin (PCT) is a critical biomarker that is released in response to bacterial infections and can be used to differentiate the pathogenesis of the infectious process. OBJECTIVE In this article, we provide an overview of recent advances in PCT biosensors, highlighting different approaches for biosensor construction, different immobilization methods, advantages and roles of different matrices used, analytical performance, and PCT biosensor construction. Also, we will explain PCT biosensors sensible limits of detection (LOD), linearity, and other analytical characteristics. Future prospects for the development of better PCT biosensor systems are also discussed. METHODS Traditional methods such as capillary electrophoresis, high-performance liquid chromatography, and mass spectrometry are effective in analyzing PCT in the medical field, but they are complicated, time-consuming sample preparation, and require expensive equipment and skilled personnel. RESULTS In the past decades, PCT biosensors have emerged as simple, fast, and sensitive tools for PCT analysis in various fields, especially medical fields. CONCLUSION These biosensors have the potential to accompany or replace traditional analytical methods by simplifying or reducing sample preparation and making field testing easier and faster, while significantly reducing the cost per analysis.
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- Ahmad Mobed
- Infectious and Tropical Diseases Research Center, Clinical Research InstituteTabriz University of Medical SciencesTabrizIran
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- Infectious Diseases and Tropical Medicine Research Center (IDTMRC), Department of Aerospace and Subaquatic MedicineAJA University of Medical SciencesTehranIran
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- Internal Department, Medical FacultyUrmia University of Medical SciencesUrmiaIran
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- Institute of Biology, Biotechnology and Environmental Protection, Faculty of Natural SciencesTehran University of Medical SciencesTehranIran
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- Infectious and Tropical Diseases Research Center, Clinical Research InstituteTabriz University of Medical SciencesTabrizIran
- Stem Cell Research CenterTabriz University of Medical SciencesTabrizIran
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- Ramsar CampusMazandaran University of Medical SciencesRamsarIran
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Mandal D, Bovender T, Geil RD, Banerjee S. Surface Acoustic Waves (SAW) Sensors: Tone-Burst Sensing for Lab-on-a-Chip Devices. SENSORS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2024; 24:644. [PMID: 38276335 PMCID: PMC10819011 DOI: 10.3390/s24020644] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/13/2023] [Revised: 01/13/2024] [Accepted: 01/16/2024] [Indexed: 01/27/2024]
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The article presents the design concept of a surface acoustic wave (SAW)-based lab-on-a-chip sensor with multifrequency and multidirectional sensitivity. The conventional SAW sensors use delay lines that suffer from multiple signal losses such as insertion, reflection, transmission losses, etc. Most delay lines are designed to transmit and receive continuous signal at a fixed frequency. Thus, the delay lines are limited to only a few features, like frequency shift and change in wave velocity, during the signal analysis. These facts lead to limited sensitivity and a lack of opportunity to utilize the multi-directional variability of the sensing platform at different frequencies. Motivated by these facts, a guided wave sensing platform that utilizes simultaneous tone burst-based excitation in multiple directions is proposed in this article. The design incorporates a five-count tone burst signal for the omnidirectional actuation. This helps the acquisition of sensitive long part of the coda wave (CW) signals from multiple directions, which is hypothesized to enhance sensitivity through improved signal analysis. In this article, the design methodology and implementation of unique tone burst interdigitated electrodes (TB-IDT) are presented. Sensing using TB-IDT enables accessing multiple frequencies simultaneously. This results in a wider frequency spectrum and allows better scope for the detection of different target analytes. The novel design process utilized guided wave analysis of the substrate, and selective directional focused interdigitated electrodes (F-IDT) were implemented. The article demonstrates computational simulation along with experimental results with validation of multifrequency and multidirectional sensing capability.
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- Debdyuti Mandal
- Integrated Material Assessment and Predictive Simulation (iMAPS) Laboratory, Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of South Carolina, Columbia, SC 29208, USA; (D.M.); (T.B.)
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- Integrated Material Assessment and Predictive Simulation (iMAPS) Laboratory, Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of South Carolina, Columbia, SC 29208, USA; (D.M.); (T.B.)
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- Department of Chemistry, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, NC 27599, USA;
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- Integrated Material Assessment and Predictive Simulation (iMAPS) Laboratory, Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of South Carolina, Columbia, SC 29208, USA; (D.M.); (T.B.)
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Zamudio Cañas R, Jaramillo Flores ME, Vallejo Ruiz V, Delgado Macuil RJ, López Gayou V. Detection of Sialic Acid to Differentiate Cervical Cancer Cell Lines Using a Sambucus nigra Lectin Biosensor. BIOSENSORS 2024; 14:34. [PMID: 38248411 PMCID: PMC10812977 DOI: 10.3390/bios14010034] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/13/2023] [Revised: 12/28/2023] [Accepted: 01/08/2024] [Indexed: 01/23/2024]
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Pap smear screening is a widespread technique used to detect premalignant lesions of cervical cancer (CC); however, it lacks sensitivity, leading to identifying biomarkers that improve early diagnosis sensitivity. A characteristic of cancer is the aberrant sialylation that involves the abnormal expression of α2,6 sialic acid, a specific carbohydrate linked to glycoproteins and glycolipids on the cell surface, which has been reported in premalignant CC lesions. This work aimed to develop a method to differentiate CC cell lines and primary fibroblasts using a novel lectin-based biosensor to detect α2,6 sialic acid based on attenuated total reflectance Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (ATR-FTIR) and chemometric. The biosensor was developed by conjugating gold nanoparticles (AuNPs) with 5 µg of Sambucus nigra (SNA) lectin as the biorecognition element. Sialic acid detection was associated with the signal amplification in the 1500-1350 cm-1 region observed by the surface-enhanced infrared absorption spectroscopy (SEIRA) effect from ATR-FTIR results. This region was further analyzed for the clustering of samples by applying principal component analysis (PCA) and confidence ellipses at a 95% interval. This work demonstrates the feasibility of employing SNA biosensors to discriminate between tumoral and non-tumoral cells, that have the potential for the early detection of premalignant lesions of CC.
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- Ricardo Zamudio Cañas
- Laboratorio de Bionanotecnología, Centro de Investigación en Biotecnología Aplicada, Instituto Politécnico Nacional (IPN-CIBA), Tepetitla 90700, Mexico; (R.Z.C.); (R.J.D.M.)
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- Laboratorio de Biopolímeros, Escuela Nacional de Ciencias Biológicas, Instituto Politécnico Nacional (IPN-ENCB), Ciudad de México 07738, Mexico;
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- Laboratorio de Biología Molecular, Centro de Investigación Biomédica de Oriente, Instituto Mexicano del Seguro Social, Metepec 74360, Mexico;
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- Laboratorio de Bionanotecnología, Centro de Investigación en Biotecnología Aplicada, Instituto Politécnico Nacional (IPN-CIBA), Tepetitla 90700, Mexico; (R.Z.C.); (R.J.D.M.)
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- Laboratorio de Bionanotecnología, Centro de Investigación en Biotecnología Aplicada, Instituto Politécnico Nacional (IPN-CIBA), Tepetitla 90700, Mexico; (R.Z.C.); (R.J.D.M.)
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Mishra S, Shah H, Patel A, Tripathi SM, Malviya R, Prajapati BG. Applications of Bioengineered Polymer in the Field of Nano-Based Drug Delivery. ACS OMEGA 2024; 9:81-96. [PMID: 38222544 PMCID: PMC10785663 DOI: 10.1021/acsomega.3c07356] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/23/2023] [Revised: 11/27/2023] [Accepted: 11/29/2023] [Indexed: 01/16/2024]
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The most favored route of drug administration is oral administration; however, several factors, including poor solubility, low bioavailability, and degradation, in the severe gastrointestinal environment frequently compromise the effectiveness of drugs taken orally. Bioengineered polymers have been developed to overcome these difficulties and enhance the delivery of therapeutic agents. Polymeric nanoparticles, including carbon dots, fullerenes, and quantum dots, have emerged as crucial components in this context. They provide a novel way to deliver various therapeutic materials, including proteins, vaccine antigens, and medications, precisely to the locations where they are supposed to have an effect. The promise of this integrated strategy, which combines nanoparticles with bioengineered polymers, is to address the drawbacks of conventional oral medication delivery such as poor solubility, low bioavailability, and early degradation. In recent years, we have seen substantially increased interest in bioengineered polymers because of their distinctive qualities, such as biocompatibility, biodegradability, and flexible physicochemical characteristics. The different bioengineered polymers, such as chitosan, alginate, and poly(lactic-co-glycolic acid), can shield medications or antigens from degradation in unfavorable conditions and aid in the administration of drugs orally through mucosal delivery with lower cytotoxicity, thus used in targeted drug delivery. Future research in this area should focus on optimizing the physicochemical properties of these polymers to improve their performance as drug delivery carriers.
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- Sudhanshu Mishra
- Department
of Pharmaceutical Science & Technology, Madan Mohan Malaviya University of Technology, Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh 273016, India
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- Cosette
Pharmaceuticals Inc., South
Plainfield, New Jersey 07080, United States
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- Cosette
Pharmaceuticals Inc., South
Plainfield, New Jersey 07080, United States
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- Department
of Pharmaceutical Science & Technology, Madan Mohan Malaviya University of Technology, Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh 273016, India
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- Department
of Pharmacy, School of Medical and Allied Sciences, Galgotias University, Noida, Uttar Pradesh 203201, India
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- Shree
S. K. Patel College of Pharmaceutical Education and Research, Ganpat University, Kherva 384012, India
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Khokhar M. Non-invasive detection of renal disease biomarkers through breath analysis. J Breath Res 2024; 18:024001. [PMID: 38099568 DOI: 10.1088/1752-7163/ad15fb] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/10/2023] [Accepted: 12/14/2023] [Indexed: 01/06/2024]
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Breath biomarkers are substances found in exhaled breath that can be used for non-invasive diagnosis and monitoring of medical conditions, including kidney disease. Detection techniques include mass spectrometry (MS), gas chromatography (GC), and electrochemical sensors. Biosensors, such as GC-MS or electronic nose (e-nose) devices, can be used to detect volatile organic compounds (VOCs) in exhaled breath associated with metabolic changes in the body, including the kidneys. E-nose devices could provide an early indication of potential kidney problems through the detection of VOCs associated with kidney dysfunction. This review discusses the sources of breath biomarkers for monitoring renal disease during dialysis and different biosensor approaches for detecting exhaled breath biomarkers. The future of using various types of biosensor-based real-time breathing diagnosis for renal failure is also discussed.
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- Manoj Khokhar
- Department of Biochemistry, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Jodhpur, Rajasthan, India
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Tiryaki E, Zorlu T. Recent Advances in Metallic Nanostructures-assisted Biosensors for Medical Diagnosis and Therapy. Curr Top Med Chem 2024; 24:930-951. [PMID: 38243934 DOI: 10.2174/0115680266282489240109050225] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/05/2023] [Revised: 12/15/2023] [Accepted: 12/27/2023] [Indexed: 01/22/2024]
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The field of nanotechnology has witnessed remarkable progress in recent years, particularly in its application to medical diagnosis and therapy. Metallic nanostructures-assisted biosensors have emerged as a powerful and versatile platform, offering unprecedented opportunities for sensitive, specific, and minimally invasive diagnostic techniques, as well as innovative therapeutic interventions. These biosensors exploit the molecular interactions occurring between biomolecules, such as antibodies, enzymes, aptamers, or nucleic acids, and metallic surfaces to induce observable alterations in multiple physical attributes, encompassing electrical, optical, colorimetric, and electrochemical signals. These interactions yield measurable data concerning the existence and concentration of particular biomolecules. The inherent characteristics of metal nanostructures, such as conductivity, plasmon resonance, and catalytic activity, serve to amplify both sensitivity and specificity in these biosensors. This review provides an in-depth exploration of the latest advancements in metallic nanostructures-assisted biosensors, highlighting their transformative impact on medical science and envisioning their potential in shaping the future of personalized healthcare.
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- Ecem Tiryaki
- Nanomaterials for Biomedical Applications, Italian Institute of Technology, 16163, Genova, Italy
- Department of Bioengineering, Faculty of Chemical and Metallurgical Engineering, Yildiz Technical University, 34220, Esenler, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Department of Physical and Inorganic Chemistry, Universitat Rovira i Virgili, Carrer de Marcel∙lí Domingo s/n, 43007, Tarragona, Spain
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Sullivan MV, Nanalal S, Dean BE, Turner NW. Molecularly imprinted polymer hydrogel sheets with metalloporphyrin-incorporated molecular recognition sites for protein capture. Talanta 2024; 266:125083. [PMID: 37598443 DOI: 10.1016/j.talanta.2023.125083] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/12/2023] [Revised: 08/08/2023] [Accepted: 08/14/2023] [Indexed: 08/22/2023]
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Metalloporphyrins are often found in nature as coordination recognition sites within biological process, and synthetically offer the potential for use in therapeutic, catalytic and diagnostic applications. While porphyrin containing biological recognition elements have stability limitations, molecularly imprinted polymers bearing these structures offer an alternative with excellent robustness and the ability to work in extreme conditions. In this work, we synthesised a polymerizable porphyrin and metalloporphyrin and have incorporated these as co-monomers within a hydrogel thin-sheet MIP for the specific recognition of bovine haemoglobin (BHb). The hydrogels were evaluated using Scatchard analysis, with Kd values of 10.13 × 10-7, 5.30 × 10-7, and 3.40 × 10-7 M, for the control MIP, porphyrin incorporated MIP and the iron-porphyrin incorporated MIP, respectively. The MIPs also observed good selectivity towards the target protein with 73.8%, 77.4%, and 81.2% rebinding of the BHb target for the control MIP, porphyrin incorporated MIP and the iron-porphyrin incorporated MIP, respectively, compared with the non-imprinted (NIP) counterparts. Specificity was determined against a non-target protein, Bovine Serum Albumin (BSA). The results indicate that the introduction of the metalloporphyrin as a functional co-monomer is significantly beneficial to the recognition of a MIP, further enhancing MIP capabilities at targeting proteins.
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- Mark V Sullivan
- Leicester School of Pharmacy, De Montfort University, The Gateway, Leicester, LE1 9BH, United Kingdom; Department of Chemistry, University of Sheffield, Dainton Building, Brook Hill, Sheffield, S3 7HF, United Kingdom
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- Leicester School of Pharmacy, De Montfort University, The Gateway, Leicester, LE1 9BH, United Kingdom
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- Leicester School of Pharmacy, De Montfort University, The Gateway, Leicester, LE1 9BH, United Kingdom; Department of Chemistry, University of Warwick, Library Road, Coventry, CV4 7AL, United Kingdom
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- Leicester School of Pharmacy, De Montfort University, The Gateway, Leicester, LE1 9BH, United Kingdom; Department of Chemistry, University of Sheffield, Dainton Building, Brook Hill, Sheffield, S3 7HF, United Kingdom.
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Sharma A, James A, Kapoor DN, Kaurav H, Sharma AK, Nagraik R. An insight into biosensing platforms used for the diagnosis of various lung diseases: A review. Biotechnol Bioeng 2024; 121:71-81. [PMID: 37661712 DOI: 10.1002/bit.28538] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/15/2022] [Revised: 07/08/2023] [Accepted: 08/15/2023] [Indexed: 09/05/2023]
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Many of the infectious diseases are ubiquitous in nature and pose a threat to global and public health. The original cause for such type of serious maladies can be summarized as the scarcity of appropriate analysis and treatment methods. Pulmonary diseases are considered one of the life-threatening lung diseases that affect millions of people globally. It consists of several types, namely, asthma, lung cancer, tuberculosis, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, and several respiratory-related infections. This is due to the limited access to well-equipped healthcare facilities for early disease diagnosis. This needs the availability of processes and technologies that can help to stop this harmful disease-diagnosing practice. Various approaches for diagnosing various lung diseases have been developed over time, namely, autopsy, chest X-rays, low-dose CT scans, and so forth. The need of the hour is to develop a rapid, simple, portable, and low-cost method for the diagnosis of pulmonary diseases. So nowadays, biosensors have been becoming one of the highest priority research areas as a potentially useful tool for the early diagnosis and detection of many pulmonary lung diseases. In this review article, various types of biosensors and their applications in the diagnosis of lung-related disorders are expansively explained.
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- Avinash Sharma
- Faculty of Applied Sciences and Biotechnology, Shoolini University, Solan, Himachal Pradesh, India
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- Faculty of Applied Sciences and Biotechnology, Shoolini University, Solan, Himachal Pradesh, India
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- Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Shoolini University, Solan, Himachal Pradesh, India
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- Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Shoolini University, Solan, Himachal Pradesh, India
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- Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Shoolini University, Solan, Himachal Pradesh, India
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- Faculty of Applied Sciences and Biotechnology, Shoolini University, Solan, Himachal Pradesh, India
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Ray R, Rakesh A, Singh S, Madhyastha H, Mani NK. Hair and Nail-On-Chip for Bioinspired Microfluidic Device Fabrication and Biomarker Detection. Crit Rev Anal Chem 2023:1-27. [PMID: 38133962 DOI: 10.1080/10408347.2023.2291825] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/24/2023]
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The advent of biosensors has tremendously increased our potential of identifying and solving important problems in various domains, ranging from food safety and environmental analysis, to healthcare and medicine. However, one of the most prominent drawbacks of these technologies, especially in the biomedical field, is to employ conventional samples, such as blood, urine, tissue extracts and other body fluids for analysis, which suffer from the drawbacks of invasiveness, discomfort, and high costs encountered in transportation and storage, thereby hindering these products to be applied for point-of-care testing that has garnered substantial attention in recent years. Therefore, through this review, we emphasize for the first time, the applications of switching over to noninvasive sampling techniques involving hair and nails that not only circumvent most of the aforementioned limitations, but also serve as interesting alternatives in understanding the human physiology involving minimal costs, equipment and human interference when combined with rapidly advancing technologies, such as microfluidics and organ-on-a-chip to achieve miniaturization on an unprecedented scale. The coalescence between these two fields has not only led to the fabrication of novel microdevices involving hair and nails, but also function as robust biosensors for the detection of biomarkers, chemicals, metabolites and nucleic acids through noninvasive sampling. Finally, we have also elucidated a plethora of futuristic innovations that could be incorporated in such devices, such as expanding their applications in nail and hair-based drug delivery, their potential in serving as next-generation wearable sensors and integrating these devices with machine-learning for enhanced automation and decentralization.
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- Rohitraj Ray
- Department of Bioengineering (BE), Indian Institute of Science Bangalore, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
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- Microfluidics, Sensors and Diagnostics (μSenD) Laboratory, Centre for Microfluidics, Biomarkers, Photoceutics and Sensors (μBioPS), Department of Biotechnology, Manipal Institute of Technology, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal, Karnataka 576 104, India
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- Microfluidics, Sensors and Diagnostics (μSenD) Laboratory, Centre for Microfluidics, Biomarkers, Photoceutics and Sensors (μBioPS), Department of Biotechnology, Manipal Institute of Technology, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal, Karnataka 576 104, India
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- Department of Cardiovascular Physiology, Faculty of Medicine, University of Miyazaki, Miyazaki, Japan
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- Microfluidics, Sensors and Diagnostics (μSenD) Laboratory, Centre for Microfluidics, Biomarkers, Photoceutics and Sensors (μBioPS), Department of Biotechnology, Manipal Institute of Technology, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal, Karnataka 576 104, India
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Ndhlala AR, Kavaz Yüksel A, Çelebi N, Doğan HÖ. A General Review of Methodologies Used in the Determination of Cholesterol (C 27H 46O) Levels in Foods. Foods 2023; 12:4424. [PMID: 38137228 PMCID: PMC10742886 DOI: 10.3390/foods12244424] [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: 11/06/2023] [Revised: 12/05/2023] [Accepted: 12/08/2023] [Indexed: 12/24/2023] Open
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Cholesterol (C27H46O) is a lipid-derived substance found in lipoproteins and cell membranes. It is also one of the main sources for the production of bile acids, vitamin D, and steroid hormones. Today, foods are evaluated by consumers not only according to their taste and nutritional content but also according to their effects on consumer health. For example, many consumers choose foods according to their cholesterol level. The cholesterol in the food can directly affect the blood cholesterol level when consumed, which can lead to cardiovascular diseases. High levels of cholesterol can lead to diet-related human diseases such as cardiac arrest, paralysis, type II diabetes, and cerebral hemorrhage. In societies with high living standards, interest in and consumption of foods that lower or have low cholesterol levels have increased recently. Accordingly, efforts to increase the variety of foods with reduced cholesterol levels are on the rise. This has indirectly led to the accurate measurement of cholesterol levels in blood and food being of great importance. Classical chemical, enzymatic, colorimetric, polarographic, chromatographic, and spectrophotometric methods; enzymatic, nonenzymatic, and electrochemical sensors; and biosensors are used for the determination of cholesterol in foods. The purpose of this review is to reveal and explore current and future trends in cholesterol detection methods in foods. This review will summarize the most appropriate and standard methods for measuring cholesterol in biological components and foods.
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- Ashwell R. Ndhlala
- Green Biotechnologies Research Centre, School of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences, University of Limpopo, Private Bag X1106, Sovenga 0727, South Africa;
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- Department of Food Technology, Technical Sciences Vocational School, Atatürk University, Erzurum 25030, Turkey
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- Department of Chemical Technology, Vocational School of Technical Sciences, Ataturk University, Erzurum 25030, Turkey; (N.Ç.); (H.Ö.D.)
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- Department of Chemical Technology, Vocational School of Technical Sciences, Ataturk University, Erzurum 25030, Turkey; (N.Ç.); (H.Ö.D.)
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Srinivasan A, Sajeevan A, Rajaramon S, David H, Solomon AP. Solving polymicrobial puzzles: evolutionary dynamics and future directions. Front Cell Infect Microbiol 2023; 13:1295063. [PMID: 38145044 PMCID: PMC10748482 DOI: 10.3389/fcimb.2023.1295063] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/15/2023] [Accepted: 11/03/2023] [Indexed: 12/26/2023] Open
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Polymicrobial infections include various microorganisms, often necessitating different treatment methods than a monomicrobial infection. Scientists have been puzzled by the complex interactions within these communities for generations. The presence of specific microorganisms warrants a chronic infection and impacts crucial factors such as virulence and antibiotic susceptibility. Game theory is valuable for scenarios involving multiple decision-makers, but its relevance to polymicrobial infections is limited. Eco-evolutionary dynamics introduce causation for multiple proteomic interactions like metabolic syntropy and niche segregation. The review culminates both these giants to form evolutionary dynamics (ED). There is a significant amount of literature on inter-bacterial interactions that remain unsynchronised. Such raw data can only be moulded by analysing the ED involved. The review culminates the inter-bacterial interactions in multiple clinically relevant polymicrobial infections like chronic wounds, CAUTI, otitis media and dental carries. The data is further moulded with ED to analyse the niche colonisation of two notoriously competitive bacteria: S.aureus and P.aeruginosa. The review attempts to develop a future trajectory for polymicrobial research by following recent innovative strategies incorporating ED to curb polymicrobial infections.
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- Quorum Sensing Laboratory, Centre for Research in Infectious Diseases (CRID), School of Chemical and Biotechnology, SASTRA Deemed to be University, Thanjavur, India
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Shi J, Xu Z, Yang K, Li X, Guo C, Bai H, Fu W, Niu P, Yao J, Yang X. Rapid and noninvasive cell assay by microfluidic-integrated intracavity evanescent field absorption in a fiber ring laser. Anal Chim Acta 2023; 1283:341960. [PMID: 37977802 DOI: 10.1016/j.aca.2023.341960] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/16/2023] [Revised: 10/14/2023] [Accepted: 10/24/2023] [Indexed: 11/19/2023]
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BACKGROUND Highly sensitive and rapid detection of cell concentration and interfacial molecular events is of great value for biological, biomedical, and chemical research. Most traditional biosensors require large sample volumes and complicated functional modifications of the surface. It is of great significance to develop label-free biosensor platforms with minimal sample consumption for studying cell concentration changes and interfacial molecular events without labor-intensive procedures. RESULTS Here, a fiber-optic biosensor based on intracavity evanescent field absorption sensing is designed for sensitive and label-free cell assays for the first time. The interaction between the cells and the evanescent field is enhanced by introducing microfluidic-integrated intracavity absorption in a fiber ring laser. This strategy extends the range of targeted analytes to include quantification of a large number of targets on a surface and improves the detection sensitivity of the fiber-optic biosensor. The level of sensing resolution could be improved from 10-4 RIU to 10-7 RIU using this strategy. The stem cells were studied over a wide concentration range (from 500 to 1.2 × 105 cells/ml) and were measured sequentially. By measuring the output power of the intracavity absorption sensing system, the cell concentration can be directly determined in a label-free manner. The results show that dozens of stem cells can be sensitively detected with a sample consumption of 72 μL. The response was fast (15 s) with a low temperature cross-sensitivity of 0.031 cells·ml-1/°C. SIGNIFICANCE The proposed method suggests its capacity for true label-free and noninvasive cell assays with a low limit of detection and small sample consumption. This has the potential to be used as a universal tool for quantitative and qualitative characterization of various cells and other biochemical analytes.
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- Jia Shi
- Tianjin Key Laboratory of Optoelectronic Detection Technology and System, School of Electronic and Information Engineering, Tiangong University, Tianjin, 300387, China; Key Laboratory of Opto-Electronics Information Technology (Ministry of Education), School of Precision Instruments and Opto-Electronic Engineering, Tianjin University, Tianjin, 300072, China.
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- Tianjin Key Laboratory of Optoelectronic Detection Technology and System, School of Electronic and Information Engineering, Tiangong University, Tianjin, 300387, China
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- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, General Hospital of Western Theater Command (Chengdu Military General Hospital), Chengdu, 610036, China.
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- Tianjin Key Laboratory of Optoelectronic Detection Technology and System, School of Electronic and Information Engineering, Tiangong University, Tianjin, 300387, China
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- Tianjin Key Laboratory of Optoelectronic Detection Technology and System, School of Electronic and Information Engineering, Tiangong University, Tianjin, 300387, China
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- Tianjin Key Laboratory of Optoelectronic Detection Technology and System, School of Electronic and Information Engineering, Tiangong University, Tianjin, 300387, China
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- Department of Laboratory Medicine, Southwest Hospital, Third Military Medical University (Army Medical University), Chongqing, 400038, China
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- Tianjin Key Laboratory of Optoelectronic Detection Technology and System, School of Electronic and Information Engineering, Tiangong University, Tianjin, 300387, China
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- Key Laboratory of Opto-Electronics Information Technology (Ministry of Education), School of Precision Instruments and Opto-Electronic Engineering, Tianjin University, Tianjin, 300072, China
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- Department of Laboratory Medicine, Southwest Hospital, Third Military Medical University (Army Medical University), Chongqing, 400038, China.
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Mishra A, Agrawal M, Ali A, Garg P. Uninterrupted real-time cerebral stress level monitoring using wearable biosensors: A review. Biotechnol Appl Biochem 2023; 70:1895-1914. [PMID: 37455443 DOI: 10.1002/bab.2491] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/31/2023] [Accepted: 06/15/2023] [Indexed: 07/18/2023]
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Stress is the major unseen bug for the health of humans with the increasing workaholic era. Long periods of avoidance are the main precursor for chronic disorders that are quite tough to treat. As precaution is better than cure, stress detection and monitoring are vital. Although there are ways to measure stress clinically, there is still a constant need and demand for methods that measure stress personally and in an ex vitro manner for the convenience of the user. The concept of continuous stress monitoring has been introduced to tackle the issue of unseen stress accumulating in the body simultaneously with being user-friendly and reliable. Stress biosensors nowadays provide real-time, noninvasive, and continuous monitoring of stress. These biosensors are innovative anthropogenic creations that are a combination of biomarkers and indicators like heart rate variation, electrodermal activity, skin temperature, galvanic skin response, and electroencephalograph of stress in the body along with machine learning algorithms and techniques. The collaboration of biological markers, artificial intelligence techniques, and data science tools makes stress biosensors a hot topic for research. These attributes have made continuous stress detection a possibility with ease. The advancement in stress biosensing technologies has made a great impact on the lives of human beings so far. This article focuses on the comprehensive study of stress-indicating biomarkers and the techniques along with principles of the biosensors used for continuous stress detection. The precise overview of wearable stress monitoring systems is also sectioned to pave a pathway for possible future research studies.
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- Anuja Mishra
- Department of Biotechnology, Institute of Applied Science & Humanities, GLA University, Mathura, Uttar Pradesh, India
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- Department of Biotechnology, Institute of Applied Science & Humanities, GLA University, Mathura, Uttar Pradesh, India
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- School of Applied Sciences and Biotechnology, Shoolini University, Solan, Himachal Pradesh, India
- Center for Omics and Biodiversity Research, Shoolini University, Solan, Himachal Pradesh, India
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- School of Applied Sciences and Biotechnology, Shoolini University, Solan, Himachal Pradesh, India
- Center for Omics and Biodiversity Research, Shoolini University, Solan, Himachal Pradesh, India
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Lafi Z, Gharaibeh L, Nsairat H, Asha N, Alshaer W. Aptasensors: employing molecular probes for precise medical diagnostics and drug monitoring. Bioanalysis 2023; 15:1439-1460. [PMID: 37847048 DOI: 10.4155/bio-2023-0141] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/18/2023] Open
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Accurate detection and monitoring of therapeutic drug levels are vital for effective patient care and treatment management. Aptamers, composed of single-stranded DNA or RNA molecules, are integral components of biosensors designed for both qualitative and quantitative detection of biological samples. Aptasensors play crucial roles in target identification, validation, detection of drug-target interactions and screening potential of drug candidates. This review focuses on the pivotal role of aptasensors in early disease detection, particularly in identifying biomarkers associated with various diseases such as cancer, infectious diseases and cardiovascular disorders. Aptasensors have demonstrated exceptional potential in enhancing disease diagnostics and monitoring therapeutic drug levels. Aptamer-based biosensors represent a transformative technology in the field of healthcare, enabling precise diagnostics, drug monitoring and disease detection.
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- Zainab Lafi
- Pharmacological & Diagnostic Research Center, Faculty of Pharmacy, Al-Ahliyya Amman University, Amman, 19328, Jordan
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- Pharmacological & Diagnostic Research Center, Faculty of Pharmacy, Al-Ahliyya Amman University, Amman, 19328, Jordan
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- Pharmacological & Diagnostic Research Center, Faculty of Pharmacy, Al-Ahliyya Amman University, Amman, 19328, Jordan
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- Cell Therapy Center, The University of Jordan, Amman, 11942, Jordan
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- Cell Therapy Center, The University of Jordan, Amman, 11942, Jordan
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Labra-Vázquez P, Gressier M, Rioland G, Menu MJ. A review on solution- and vapor-responsive sensors for the detection of phthalates. Anal Chim Acta 2023; 1282:341828. [PMID: 37923401 DOI: 10.1016/j.aca.2023.341828] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/16/2023] [Revised: 09/13/2023] [Accepted: 09/15/2023] [Indexed: 11/07/2023]
Abstract
Phthalic acid esters, largely referred to as phthalates, are today acknowledged as important pollutants used in the manufacture of polyvinyl chloride (PVC)-based plastics, whose use extends to almost every aspect of modern life. The risk of exposure to phthalates is particularly relevant as high concentrations are regularly found in drinking water, food-contact materials and medical devices, motivating an immense body of research devoted to methods for their detection in liquid samples. Conversely, phthalate vapors have only recently been acknowledged as potentially important atmospheric pollutants and as early fire indicators; additionally, deposition of these vapors can pose significant problems to the proper functioning of spacecraft and diverse on-board devices, leading to major space agencies recognizing the need of developing vapor-responsive phthalate sensors. In this manuscript we present a literature survey on solution- and vapor-responsive sensors and analytical assays for the detection of phthalates, providing a detailed analysis of a vast array of analytical data to offer a clear idea on the analytical performance (limits of detection and quantification, linear range) and advantages provided by each class of sensor covered in this review (electrochemical, optical and vapor-responsive) in the context of their potential real-life applications; the manuscript also gives detailed fundamental information on the various physicochemical responses exploited by these sensors and assays that could potentially be harnessed by new researchers entering the field.
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- Pablo Labra-Vázquez
- CIRIMAT, Université de Toulouse, CNRS, Université Toulouse 3 - Paul Sabatier, 118 Route de Narbonne, 31062, Toulouse, Cedex 9, France.
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- CIRIMAT, Université de Toulouse, CNRS, Université Toulouse 3 - Paul Sabatier, 118 Route de Narbonne, 31062, Toulouse, Cedex 9, France
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- Centre National d'Etudes Spatiales, DTN/QE/LE, 31401, Toulouse, France
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- CIRIMAT, Université de Toulouse, CNRS, Université Toulouse 3 - Paul Sabatier, 118 Route de Narbonne, 31062, Toulouse, Cedex 9, France.
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Massaglia G, Spisni G, Pirri CF, Quaglio M. Microbial Fuel Cells as Effective Tools for Energy Recovery and Antibiotic Detection in Water and Food. MICROMACHINES 2023; 14:2137. [PMID: 38138306 PMCID: PMC10745599 DOI: 10.3390/mi14122137] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/04/2023] [Revised: 11/17/2023] [Accepted: 11/20/2023] [Indexed: 12/24/2023]
Abstract
This work demonstrates that microbial fuel cells (MFCs), optimized for energy recovery, can be used as an effective tool to detect antibiotics in water-based environments. In MFCs, electroactive biofilms function as biocatalysts by converting the chemical energy of organic matter, which serves as the fuel, into electrical energy. The efficiency of the conversion process can be significantly affected by the presence of contaminants that act as toxicants to the biofilm. The present work demonstrates that MFCs can successfully detect antibiotic residues in water and water-based electrolytes containing complex carbon sources that may be associated with the food industry. Specifically, honey was selected as a model fuel to test the effectiveness of MFCs in detecting antibiotic contamination, and tetracycline was used as a reference antibiotic within this study. The results show that MFCs not only efficiently detect the presence of tetracycline in both acetate and honey-based electrolytes but also recover the same performance after each exposure cycle, proving to be a very robust and reliable technology for both biosensing and energy recovery.
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- Giulia Massaglia
- Department of Applied Science and Technology (DISAT), Politecnico di Torino, Corso Duca degli Abruzzi 24, 10129 Torino, Italy; (G.S.); (C.F.P.)
- Center for Sustainable Future Technologies@Polito, Istituto Italiano di Tecnologia, Environment Park, Building B2 Via Livorno 60, 10144 Torino, Italy
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- Department of Applied Science and Technology (DISAT), Politecnico di Torino, Corso Duca degli Abruzzi 24, 10129 Torino, Italy; (G.S.); (C.F.P.)
- Center for Sustainable Future Technologies@Polito, Istituto Italiano di Tecnologia, Environment Park, Building B2 Via Livorno 60, 10144 Torino, Italy
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- Department of Applied Science and Technology (DISAT), Politecnico di Torino, Corso Duca degli Abruzzi 24, 10129 Torino, Italy; (G.S.); (C.F.P.)
- Center for Sustainable Future Technologies@Polito, Istituto Italiano di Tecnologia, Environment Park, Building B2 Via Livorno 60, 10144 Torino, Italy
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- Department of Applied Science and Technology (DISAT), Politecnico di Torino, Corso Duca degli Abruzzi 24, 10129 Torino, Italy; (G.S.); (C.F.P.)
- Center for Sustainable Future Technologies@Polito, Istituto Italiano di Tecnologia, Environment Park, Building B2 Via Livorno 60, 10144 Torino, Italy
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Lucia-Tamudo J, Alcamí M, Díaz-Tendero S, Nogueira JJ. One-Electron Oxidation Potentials and Hole Delocalization in Heterogeneous Single-Stranded DNA. Biochemistry 2023; 62:3312-3322. [PMID: 37923303 PMCID: PMC10666269 DOI: 10.1021/acs.biochem.3c00324] [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: 06/22/2023] [Revised: 10/18/2023] [Accepted: 10/19/2023] [Indexed: 11/07/2023]
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The study of DNA processes is essential to understand not only its intrinsic biological functions but also its role in many innovative applications. The use of DNA as a nanowire or electrochemical biosensor leads to the need for a deep investigation of the charge transfer process along the strand as well as of the redox properties. In this contribution, the one-electron oxidation potential and the charge delocalization of the hole formed after oxidation are computationally investigated for different heterogeneous single-stranded DNA strands. We have established a two-step protocol: (i) molecular dynamics simulations in the frame of quantum mechanics/molecular mechanics (QM/MM) were performed to sample the conformational space; (ii) energetic properties were then obtained within a QM1/QM2/continuum approach in combination with the Marcus theory over an ensemble of selected geometries. The results reveal that the one-electron oxidation potential in the heterogeneous strands can be seen as a linear combination of that property within the homogeneous strands. In addition, the hole delocalization between different nucleobases is, in general, small, supporting the conclusion of a hopping mechanism for charge transport along the strands. However, charge delocalization becomes more important, and so does the tunneling mechanism contribution, when the reducing power of the nucleobases forming the strand is similar. Moreover, charge delocalization is slightly enhanced when there is a correlation between pairs of some of the interbase coordinates of the strand: twist/shift, twist/slide, shift/slide, and rise/tilt. However, the internal structure of the strand is not the predominant factor for hole delocalization but the specific sequence of nucleotides that compose the strand.
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- Jesús Lucia-Tamudo
- Department
of Chemistry, Universidad Autónoma
de Madrid, Madrid 28049, Spain
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- Department
of Chemistry, Universidad Autónoma
de Madrid, Madrid 28049, Spain
- Institute
for Advanced Research in Chemical Sciences (IAdChem), Universidad Autónoma de Madrid, Madrid 28049, Spain
- Condensed
Matter Physics Center (IFIMAC), Universidad
Autónoma de Madrid, Madrid 28049, Spain
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- Institute
for Advanced Research in Chemical Sciences (IAdChem), Universidad Autónoma de Madrid, Madrid 28049, Spain
- Condensed
Matter Physics Center (IFIMAC), Universidad
Autónoma de Madrid, Madrid 28049, Spain
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- Department
of Chemistry, Universidad Autónoma
de Madrid, Madrid 28049, Spain
- Institute
for Advanced Research in Chemical Sciences (IAdChem), Universidad Autónoma de Madrid, Madrid 28049, Spain
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