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Soleja N, Mohsin M. Exploring the landscape of FRET-based molecular sensors: Design strategies and recent advances in emerging applications. Biotechnol Adv 2024; 77:108466. [PMID: 39419421 DOI: 10.1016/j.biotechadv.2024.108466] [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: 02/28/2024] [Revised: 10/09/2024] [Accepted: 10/09/2024] [Indexed: 10/19/2024]
Abstract
Probing biological processes in living organisms that could provide one-of-a-kind insights into real-time alterations of significant physiological parameters is a formidable task that calls for specialized analytic devices. Classical biochemical methods have significantly aided our understanding of the mechanisms that regulate essential biological processes. These methods, however, are typically insufficient for investigating transient molecular events since they focus primarily on the end outcome. Fluorescence resonance energy transfer (FRET) microscopy is a potent tool used for exploring non-invasively real-time dynamic interactions between proteins and a variety of biochemical signaling events using sensors that have been meticulously constructed. Due to their versatility, FRET-based sensors have enabled the rapid and standardized assessment of a large array of biological variables, facilitating both high-throughput research and precise subcellular measurements with exceptional temporal and spatial resolution. This review commences with a brief introduction to FRET theory and a discussion of the fluorescent molecules that can serve as tags in different sensing modalities for studies in chemical biology, followed by an outlining of the imaging techniques currently utilized to quantify FRET highlighting their strengths and shortcomings. The article also discusses the various donor-acceptor combinations that can be utilized to construct FRET scaffolds. Specifically, the review provides insights into the latest real-time bioimaging applications of FRET-based sensors and discusses the common architectures of such devices. There has also been discussion of FRET systems with multiplexing capabilities and multi-step FRET protocols for use in dual/multi-analyte detections. Future research directions in this exciting field are also mentioned, along with the obstacles and opportunities that lie ahead.
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Affiliation(s)
- Neha Soleja
- Department of Biosciences, Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi 110025, India
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- Department of Biosciences, Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi 110025, India.
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Tasić N, Konjević I, Lobato A, Metarapi D, Finšgar M, Oliveira FM, Sofer Z, Gusmão R, Zhang X, Hočevar SB. Study of V 2CT x-MXene Based Immunosensor for Sensitive Label-Free Impedimetric Detection of SARS-CoV-2 Spike Protein. ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES 2024; 16:30196-30208. [PMID: 38814245 PMCID: PMC11181268 DOI: 10.1021/acsami.4c04567] [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: 03/19/2024] [Revised: 05/13/2024] [Accepted: 05/15/2024] [Indexed: 05/31/2024]
Abstract
Rapid and reliable immunosensing is undoubtedly one of the priorities in the efficient management and combat against a pandemic, as society has experienced with the SARS-CoV-2 outbreak; simple and cost-effective sensing strategies are at the forefront of these efforts. In this regard, 2D-layered MXenes hold great potential for electrochemical biosensing due to their attractive physicochemical properties. Herein, we present a V2CTx MXene-based sensing layer as an integral part of a label-free immunosensor for sensitive and selective detection of the SARS-CoV-2 spike protein. The sensor was fabricated on a supporting screen-printed carbon electrode using Nafion as an immobilizing agent for MXene and glutaraldehyde, the latter enabling effective binding of protein A for further site-oriented immobilization of anti-SARS-CoV-2 antibodies. A thorough structural analysis of the sensor architecture was carried out, and several key parameters affecting the fabrication and analytical performance of the immunosensor were investigated and optimized. The immunosensor showed excellent electroanalytical performance in combination with an impedimetric approach and exhibited a low detection limit of only 45 fM SARS-CoV-2 spike protein. Its practical applicability was successfully demonstrated by measuring the spike protein in a spiked artificial nasopharyngeal fluid sample.
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- Nikola Tasić
- Department
of Analytical Chemistry, National Institute
of Chemistry, Hajdrihova ulica 19, 1000 Ljubljana, Slovenia
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- Department
of Analytical Chemistry, National Institute
of Chemistry, Hajdrihova ulica 19, 1000 Ljubljana, Slovenia
- Faculty
of Chemistry and Chemical Technology, University
of Ljubljana, Večna
pot 113, 1000 Ljubljana, Slovenia
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- Department
of Analytical Chemistry, National Institute
of Chemistry, Hajdrihova ulica 19, 1000 Ljubljana, Slovenia
- International
Postgraduate School Jožef Štefan, Jamova 39, 1000 Ljubljana, Slovenia
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- Department
of Analytical Chemistry, National Institute
of Chemistry, Hajdrihova ulica 19, 1000 Ljubljana, Slovenia
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- Faculty
of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, University
of Maribor, Smetanova ulica 17, 2000 Maribor, Slovenia
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- Department
of Inorganic Chemistry, University of Chemistry
and Technology Prague, Technická 5, 166 28 Praha 6-Dejvice, Czech Republic
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- Department
of Inorganic Chemistry, University of Chemistry
and Technology Prague, Technická 5, 166 28 Praha 6-Dejvice, Czech Republic
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- Department
of Inorganic Chemistry, University of Chemistry
and Technology Prague, Technická 5, 166 28 Praha 6-Dejvice, Czech Republic
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- School
of
Biomedical Engineering, Shenzhen University
Health Science Center, 3688 Nanhai Road, Nanshan District, Shenzhen 518054, Guangdong P.R. China
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- Department
of Analytical Chemistry, National Institute
of Chemistry, Hajdrihova ulica 19, 1000 Ljubljana, Slovenia
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Sadique MA, Yadav S, Khan R, Srivastava AK. Engineered two-dimensional nanomaterials based diagnostics integrated with internet of medical things (IoMT) for COVID-19. Chem Soc Rev 2024; 53:3774-3828. [PMID: 38433614 DOI: 10.1039/d3cs00719g] [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: 03/05/2024]
Abstract
More than four years have passed since an inimitable coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic hit the globe in 2019 after an uncontrolled transmission of the severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS-CoV-2) infection. The occurrence of this highly contagious respiratory infectious disease led to chaos and mortality all over the world. The peak paradigm shift of the researchers was inclined towards the accurate and rapid detection of diseases. Since 2019, there has been a boost in the diagnostics of COVID-19 via numerous conventional diagnostic tools like RT-PCR, ELISA, etc., and advanced biosensing kits like LFIA, etc. For the same reason, the use of nanotechnology and two-dimensional nanomaterials (2DNMs) has aided in the fabrication of efficient diagnostic tools to combat COVID-19. This article discusses the engineering techniques utilized for fabricating chemically active E2DNMs that are exceptionally thin and irregular. The techniques encompass the introduction of heteroatoms, intercalation of ions, and the design of strain and defects. E2DNMs possess unique characteristics, including a substantial surface area and controllable electrical, optical, and bioactive properties. These characteristics enable the development of sophisticated diagnostic platforms for real-time biosensors with exceptional sensitivity in detecting SARS-CoV-2. Integrating the Internet of Medical Things (IoMT) with these E2DNMs-based advanced diagnostics has led to the development of portable, real-time, scalable, more accurate, and cost-effective SARS-CoV-2 diagnostic platforms. These diagnostic platforms have the potential to revolutionize SARS-CoV-2 diagnosis by making it faster, easier, and more accessible to people worldwide, thus making them ideal for resource-limited settings. These advanced IoMT diagnostic platforms may help with combating SARS-CoV-2 as well as tracking and predicting the spread of future pandemics, ultimately saving lives and mitigating their impact on global health systems.
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- Mohd Abubakar Sadique
- CSIR - Advanced Materials and Processes Research Institute (AMPRI), Hoshangabad Road, Bhopal 462026, India.
- Academy of Scientific and Innovative Research (AcSIR), Ghaziabad 201002, India
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- CSIR - Advanced Materials and Processes Research Institute (AMPRI), Hoshangabad Road, Bhopal 462026, India.
- Academy of Scientific and Innovative Research (AcSIR), Ghaziabad 201002, India
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- CSIR - Advanced Materials and Processes Research Institute (AMPRI), Hoshangabad Road, Bhopal 462026, India.
- Academy of Scientific and Innovative Research (AcSIR), Ghaziabad 201002, India
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- CSIR - Advanced Materials and Processes Research Institute (AMPRI), Hoshangabad Road, Bhopal 462026, India.
- Academy of Scientific and Innovative Research (AcSIR), Ghaziabad 201002, India
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Chen J, Wang Y, Yu H, Wang R, Yu X, Huang H, Ai L, Zhang T, Huang B, Liu M, Ding T, Luo Y, Chen P. Epidemiological and laboratory characteristics of Omicron infection in a general hospital in Guangzhou: a retrospective study. Front Public Health 2023; 11:1289668. [PMID: 38094227 PMCID: PMC10716230 DOI: 10.3389/fpubh.2023.1289668] [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: 09/08/2023] [Accepted: 11/16/2023] [Indexed: 12/18/2023] Open
Abstract
The COVID-19 pandemic caused by SARS-CoV-2 has emerged as a major global public health concern. In November 2022, Guangzhou experienced a significant outbreak of Omicron. This study presents detailed epidemiological and laboratory data on Omicron infection in a general hospital in Guangzhou between December 1, 2022, and January 31, 2023. Out of the 55,296 individuals tested, 12,346 were found to be positive for Omicron. The highest prevalence of positive cases was observed in the 20 to 39 age group (24.6%), while the lowest was in children aged 0 to 9 years (1.42%). Females had a higher incidence of infection than males, accounting for 56.6% of cases. The peak time of Omicron infection varied across different populations. The viral load was higher in older adults and children infected with Omicron, indicating age-related differences. Spearman's rank correlation analysis revealed positive correlations between Ct values and laboratory parameters in hospitalized patients with Omicron infection. These parameters included CRP (rs = 0.059, p = 0.009), PT (rs = 0.057, p = 0.009), INR (rs = 0.055, p = 0.013), AST (rs = 0.067, p = 0.002), LDH (rs = 0.078, p = 0.001), and BNP (rs = 0.063, p = 0.014). However, EO (Eosinophil, rs = -0.118, p < 0.001), BASO (basophil, rs = -0.093, p < 0.001), and LY (lymphocyte, rs = -0.069, p = 0.001) counts showed negative correlations with Ct values. Although statistically significant, the correlation coefficients between Ct values and these laboratory indices were very low. These findings provide valuable insights into the epidemiology of Omicron infection, including variations in Ct values across gender and age groups. However, caution should be exercised when utilizing Ct values in clinical settings for evaluating Omicron infection.
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- Jingrou Chen
- Department of Laboratory Medicine, The First Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Laboratory Medicine, The First Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Radiation Hygiene and Protection, Guangdong Province Prevention and Treatment Center for Occupational Diseases, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Laboratory Medicine, The First Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Laboratory Medicine, The First Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Laboratory Medicine, The First Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Laboratory Medicine, The First Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Medical Laboratory Technology, Medical College of Jiaying University, Meizhou, China
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- Department of Laboratory Medicine, The First Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Laboratory Medicine, The First Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Immunology and Microbiology, Zhongshan School of Medicine, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, China
- Key Laboratory of Tropical Diseases Control, Ministry of Education, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, China
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- Division of Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine, Institute of Respiratory Diseases, The First Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Laboratory Medicine, The First Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, China
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