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Solangi NH, Karri RR, Mubarak NM, Mazari SA, Sharma BP. Holistic insights into carbon nanotubes and MXenes as a promising route to bio-sensing applications. NANOSCALE 2024; 16:21216-21263. [PMID: 39470605 DOI: 10.1039/d4nr03008g] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/30/2024]
Abstract
Essential biosensor use has become increasingly important in drug discovery and recognition, biomedicine, food safety, security, and environmental research. It directly contributed to the development of specialized, reliable diagnostic instruments known as biosensors, which use biological sensing components. Traditional biosensors have poor performance, so scientists need to develop advanced biosensors with promising selectivity, sensitivity, stability, and reusability. These are all parameter modifications associated with the characteristics of the sensing material. Carbon nanotubes (CNTs) and MXenes are promising as targeted sensing agents in advanced functional materials because of their promising chemical and physical properties and limited toxic effects. Based on available data and sensing performance, MXene is better for biosensing applications than CNTs. Because of their large specific surface area (SSA), superior electrical conductivity, and adaptable surface chemistry that facilitates simple functionalization and robust interactions with biomolecules, MXenes are typically regarded as the superior option for biosensors. Additionally, because of their hydrophilic nature, they are more suited to biological settings, which increases their sensitivity and efficacy in identifying biological targets. MXenes are more suitable for biosensing applications due to their versatility and compatibility with aquatic environments, even if CNTs have demonstrated stability and muscular mechanical strength. However, MXenes offer better thermal stability, which is crucial for applications in diverse temperature environments. This study reviews and compares the biosensing capabilities, synthesis methods, unique properties, and toxicity of CNTs and MXenes. Both nanomaterials effectively detect various pollutants in food, biological substances, and human bodies, making them invaluable in environmental monitoring and medical diagnostics. In conclusion, CNTs work better for biosensors that must be strong, flexible, and long-lasting under different conditions. MXenes, on the other hand, work better when chemical flexibility and compatibility with wet environments are essential.
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Affiliation(s)
- Nadeem Hussain Solangi
- State Key Laboratory of Chemical Resource Engineering and College of Chemistry, Beijing University of Chemical Technology, P. Box 98, Beisanhuan East Road 15, Beijing 100029, PR China
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- Petroleum and Chemical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Universiti Teknologi Brunei, Bandar Seri Begawan, BE1410, Brunei Darussalam.
- Faculty of Engineering, INTI International University, 71800, Nilai, Malaysia
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- Petroleum and Chemical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Universiti Teknologi Brunei, Bandar Seri Begawan, BE1410, Brunei Darussalam.
- University Centre for Research and Development, Chandigarh University, Mohali, Punjab, 140413, India
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, Dawood University of Engineering and Technology, Karachi 74800, Pakistan.
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- Beijing Key Laboratory of Electrochemical Process and Technology of Materials, College of Material Science and Engineering, Beijing University of Chemical Technology, Beijing 100029, China
- CAS Key Laboratory of Green Process and Engineering, Institute of Process Engineering, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100190, China
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Ultrasensitive Acetylcholinesterase detection based on a surface-enhanced Raman scattering lever strategy for identifying nerve fibers. Talanta 2023; 252:123867. [DOI: 10.1016/j.talanta.2022.123867] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/28/2022] [Revised: 08/15/2022] [Accepted: 08/18/2022] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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