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Zhang H, Jiang H, Liu X, Wang X. A review of innovative electrochemical strategies for bioactive molecule detection and cell imaging: Current advances and challenges. Anal Chim Acta 2024; 1285:341920. [PMID: 38057043 DOI: 10.1016/j.aca.2023.341920] [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: 09/12/2023] [Revised: 10/13/2023] [Accepted: 10/14/2023] [Indexed: 12/08/2023]
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Cellular heterogeneity poses a major challenge for tumor theranostics, requiring high-resolution intercellular bioanalysis strategies. Over the past decades, the advantages of electrochemical analysis, such as high sensitivity, good spatio-temporal resolution, and ease of use, have made it the preferred method to uncover cellular differences. To inspire more creative research, herein, we highlight seminal works in electrochemical techniques for biomolecule analysis and bioimaging. Specifically, micro/nano-electrode-based electrochemical techniques enable real-time quantitative analysis of electroactive substances relevant to life processes in the micro-nanostructure of cells and tissues. Nanopore-based technique plays a vital role in biosensing by utilizing nanoscale pores to achieve high-precision detection and analysis of biomolecules with exceptional sensitivity and single-molecule resolution. Electrochemiluminescence (ECL) technology is utilized for real-time monitoring of the behavior and features of individual cancer cells, enabling observation of their dynamic processes due to its capability of providing high-resolution and highly sensitive bioimaging of cells. Particularly, scanning electrochemical microscopy (SECM) and scanning ion conductance microscopy (SICM) which are widely used in real-time observation of cell surface biological processes and three-dimensional imaging of micro-nano structures, such as metabolic activity, ion channel activity, and cell morphology are introduced in this review. Furthermore, the expansion of the scope of cellular electrochemistry research by innovative functionalized electrodes and electrochemical imaging models and strategies to address future challenges and potential applications is also discussed in this review.
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- Hao Zhang
- State Key Laboratory of Digital Medical Engineering, School of Biological Science and Medical Engineering, Southeast University, Nanjing, Jiangsu 210096, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Digital Medical Engineering, School of Biological Science and Medical Engineering, Southeast University, Nanjing, Jiangsu 210096, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Digital Medical Engineering, School of Biological Science and Medical Engineering, Southeast University, Nanjing, Jiangsu 210096, China.
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- State Key Laboratory of Digital Medical Engineering, School of Biological Science and Medical Engineering, Southeast University, Nanjing, Jiangsu 210096, China.
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Vaneev AN, Timoshenko RV, Gorelkin PV, Klyachko NL, Korchev YE, Erofeev AS. Nano- and Microsensors for In Vivo Real-Time Electrochemical Analysis: Present and Future Perspectives. NANOMATERIALS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2022; 12:nano12213736. [PMID: 36364512 PMCID: PMC9656311 DOI: 10.3390/nano12213736] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/23/2022] [Revised: 10/16/2022] [Accepted: 10/21/2022] [Indexed: 05/14/2023]
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Electrochemical nano- and microsensors have been a useful tool for measuring different analytes because of their small size, sensitivity, and favorable electrochemical properties. Using such sensors, it is possible to study physiological mechanisms at the cellular, tissue, and organ levels and determine the state of health and diseases. In this review, we highlight recent advances in the application of electrochemical sensors for measuring neurotransmitters, oxygen, ascorbate, drugs, pH values, and other analytes in vivo. The evolution of electrochemical sensors is discussed, with a particular focus on the development of significant fabrication schemes. Finally, we highlight the extensive applications of electrochemical sensors in medicine and biological science.
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- Alexander N. Vaneev
- Research Laboratory of Biophysics, National University of Science and Technology “MISiS”, 119049 Moscow, Russia
- Chemistry Department, Lomonosov Moscow State University, 119991 Moscow, Russia
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- Research Laboratory of Biophysics, National University of Science and Technology “MISiS”, 119049 Moscow, Russia
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- Research Laboratory of Biophysics, National University of Science and Technology “MISiS”, 119049 Moscow, Russia
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- Chemistry Department, Lomonosov Moscow State University, 119991 Moscow, Russia
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- Department of Medicine, Imperial College London, London W12 0NN, UK
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- Research Laboratory of Biophysics, National University of Science and Technology “MISiS”, 119049 Moscow, Russia
- Chemistry Department, Lomonosov Moscow State University, 119991 Moscow, Russia
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Petroniene J, Morkvenaite‐Vilkonciene I, Miksiunas R, Bironaite D, Ramanaviciene A, Mikoliunaite L, Kisieliute A, Rucinskas K, Janusauskas V, Plikusiene I, Labeit S, Ramanavicius A. Evaluation of Redox Activity of Human Myocardium‐derived Mesenchymal Stem Cells by Scanning Electrochemical Microscopy. ELECTROANAL 2020. [DOI: 10.1002/elan.201900723] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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- Jurate Petroniene
- Department of Physical ChemistryFaculty of Chemistry and GeosciencesVilnius University Naugadruko str. 24 LT-03225 Vilnius Lithuania
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- Laboratory of Electrochemical Energy ConversionState Research Institute Centre for Physical Sciences and Technology Universiteto str. 3 LT-01513 Vilnius Lithuania
- Department of Mechatronics and RoboticsFaculty of MechanicsVilnius Gediminas Technical University Universiteto str. 3 LT-01513 Vilnius Lithuania
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- Department of Regenerative medicineState Research Institute Centre for Innovative Medicine Universiteto str. 3 LT-01513 Vilnius Lithuania
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- Department of Regenerative medicineState Research Institute Centre for Innovative Medicine Universiteto str. 3 LT-01513 Vilnius Lithuania
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- Nanotechnas-Centre of Nanotechnology and Materials ScienceFaculty of Chemistry and GeosciencesVilnius University Naugadruko str. 24 LT-03225 Vilnius Lithuania
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- Department of Physical ChemistryFaculty of Chemistry and GeosciencesVilnius University Naugadruko str. 24 LT-03225 Vilnius Lithuania
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- Department of Physical ChemistryFaculty of Chemistry and GeosciencesVilnius University Naugadruko str. 24 LT-03225 Vilnius Lithuania
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- Centre of Cardiothoracic Surgery of Vilnius University Hospital Santariskiu Klinikos Universiteto str. 3 LT-01513 Vilnius Lithuania
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- Centre of Cardiothoracic Surgery of Vilnius University Hospital Santariskiu Klinikos Universiteto str. 3 LT-01513 Vilnius Lithuania
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- Department of Physical ChemistryFaculty of Chemistry and GeosciencesVilnius University Naugadruko str. 24 LT-03225 Vilnius Lithuania
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- Department of Integrative PathophysiologyUniversitätsmedizin Mannheim Theodor-Kutzer-Uferstr. 1–3 DE-68167 Mannheim Germany
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- Department of Physical ChemistryFaculty of Chemistry and GeosciencesVilnius University Naugadruko str. 24 LT-03225 Vilnius Lithuania
- Laboratory of NanotechnologyState Research Institute Centre for Physical Sciences and Technology Sauletekio str. LT-10257 Vilnius Lithuania
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Yao L, Filice FP, Yang Q, Ding Z, Su B. Quantitative Assessment of Molecular Transport through Sub-3 nm Silica Nanochannels by Scanning Electrochemical Microscopy. Anal Chem 2018; 91:1548-1556. [DOI: 10.1021/acs.analchem.8b04795] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
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- Lina Yao
- Institute of Analytical Chemistry, Department of Chemistry, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou 310012, China
- Department of Chemistry, Western University, London N6A 5B7, Canada
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- Department of Chemistry, Western University, London N6A 5B7, Canada
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- Institute of Analytical Chemistry, Department of Chemistry, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou 310012, China
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- Department of Chemistry, Western University, London N6A 5B7, Canada
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- Institute of Analytical Chemistry, Department of Chemistry, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou 310012, China
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Conzuelo F, Schulte A, Schuhmann W. Biological imaging with scanning electrochemical microscopy. Proc Math Phys Eng Sci 2018; 474:20180409. [PMID: 30839832 PMCID: PMC6237495 DOI: 10.1098/rspa.2018.0409] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/16/2018] [Accepted: 09/04/2018] [Indexed: 12/27/2022] Open
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Scanning electrochemical microscopy (SECM) is a powerful and versatile technique for visualizing the local electrochemical activity of a surface as an ultramicroelectrode tip is moved towards or over a sample of interest using precise positioning systems. In comparison with other scanning probe techniques, SECM not only enables topographical surface mapping but also gathers chemical information with high spatial resolution. Considerable progress has been made in the analysis of biological samples, including living cells and immobilized biomacromolecules such as enzymes, antibodies and DNA fragments. Moreover, combinations of SECM with comple-mentary analytical tools broadened its applicability and facilitated multi-functional analysis with extended life science capabilities. The aim of this review is to present a brief topical overview on recent applications of biological SECM, with particular emphasis on important technical improvements of this surface imaging technique, recommended applications and future trends.
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- Felipe Conzuelo
- Analytical Chemistry—Center for Electrochemical Sciences (CES), Faculty for Chemistry and Biochemistry, Ruhr-Universität Bochum, Universitätsstr. 150, 44780 Bochum, Germany
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- School of Biomolecular Science and Engineering (BSE), Vidyasirimedhi Institute of Science and Technology (VISTEC), Rayong 21210, Thailand
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- Analytical Chemistry—Center for Electrochemical Sciences (CES), Faculty for Chemistry and Biochemistry, Ruhr-Universität Bochum, Universitätsstr. 150, 44780 Bochum, Germany
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Huang L, Li Z, Lou Y, Cao F, Zhang D, Li X. Recent Advances in Scanning Electrochemical Microscopy for Biological Applications. MATERIALS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2018; 11:E1389. [PMID: 30096895 PMCID: PMC6119995 DOI: 10.3390/ma11081389] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/25/2018] [Revised: 07/24/2018] [Accepted: 07/28/2018] [Indexed: 12/17/2022]
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Scanning electrochemical microscopy (SECM) is a chemical microscopy technique with high spatial resolution for imaging sample topography and mapping specific chemical species in liquid environments. With the development of smaller, more sensitive ultramicroelectrodes (UMEs) and more precise computer-controlled measurements, SECM has been widely used to study biological systems over the past three decades. Recent methodological breakthroughs have popularized SECM as a tool for investigating molecular-level chemical reactions. The most common applications include monitoring and analyzing the biological processes associated with enzymatic activity and DNA, and the physiological activity of living cells and other microorganisms. The present article first introduces the basic principles of SECM, followed by an updated review of the applications of SECM in biological studies on enzymes, DNA, proteins, and living cells. Particularly, the potential of SECM for investigating bacterial and biofilm activities is discussed.
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- Luyao Huang
- Institute for Advanced Materials and Technology, University of Science and Technology Beijing, Beijing 100083, China.
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- Institute for Advanced Materials and Technology, University of Science and Technology Beijing, Beijing 100083, China.
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- Institute for Advanced Materials and Technology, University of Science and Technology Beijing, Beijing 100083, China.
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- Department of Chemistry, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou 310027, China.
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- Institute for Advanced Materials and Technology, University of Science and Technology Beijing, Beijing 100083, China.
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- Institute for Advanced Materials and Technology, University of Science and Technology Beijing, Beijing 100083, China.
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