Prussian blue modified glassy carbon electrodes-study on operational stability and its application as a sucrose biosensor

Highly Sensitive Amperometric Detection of Hydrogen Peroxide in Saliva Based on N-Doped Graphene Nanoribbons and MnO2 Modified Carbon Paste Electrodes

Four different graphene-based nanomaterials (htGO, N-htGO, htGONR, and N-htGONR) were synthesized, characterized, and used as a modifier of carbon paste electrode (CPE) in order to produce a reliable, precise, and highly sensitive non-enzymatic amperometric hydrogen peroxide sensor for complex matrices. CPE, with their robustness, reliability, and ease of modification, present a convenient starting point for the development of new sensors. Modification of CPE was optimized by systematically changing the type and concentration of materials in the modifier and studying the prepared electrode surface by cyclic voltammetry. N-htGONR in combination with manganese dioxide (1:1 ratio) proved to be the most appropriate material for detection of hydrogen peroxide in pharmaceutical and saliva matrices. The developed sensor exhibited a wide linear range (1.0–300 µM) and an excellent limit of detection (0.08 µM) and reproducibility, as well as high sensitivity and stability. The sensor was successfully applied to real sample analysis, where the recovery values for a commercially obtained pharmaceutical product were between 94.3% and 98.0%. Saliva samples of a user of the pharmaceutical product were also successfully analyzed.

Applying Nanomaterials to Modern Biomedical Electrochemical Detection of Metabolites, Electrolytes, and Pathogens

Personal biosensors and bioelectronics have been demonstrated for use in out-of-clinic biomedical devices. Such modern devices have the potential to transform traditional clinical analysis into a new approach, allowing patients or users to screen their own health or warning of diseases. Researchers aim to explore the opportunities of easy-to-wear and easy-to-carry sensors that would empower users to detect biomarkers, electrolytes, or pathogens at home in a rapid and easy way. This mobility would open the door for early diagnosis and personalized healthcare management to a wide audience. In this review, we focus on the recent progress made in modern electrochemical sensors, which holds promising potential to support point-of-care technologies. Key original research articles covered in this review are mainly experimental reports published from 2018 to 2020. Strategies for the detection of metabolites, ions, and viruses are updated in this article. The relevant challenges and opportunities of applying nanomaterials to support the fabrication of new electrochemical biosensors are also discussed. Finally, perspectives regarding potential benefits and current challenges of the technology are included. The growing area of personal biosensors is expected to push their application closer to a new phase of biomedical advancement.

Electrochemical Sensor Based on Prussian Blue Electrochemically Deposited at ZrO2 Doped Carbon Nanotubes Glassy Carbon Modified Electrode

In this work, a new hydrogen peroxide (H₂O₂) electrochemical sensor was fabricated. Prussian blue (PB) was electrodeposited on a glassy carbon (GC) electrode modified with zirconia doped functionalized carbon nanotubes (ZrO₂-fCNTs), (PB/ZrO₂-fCNTs/GC). The morphology and structure of the nanostructured system were characterized by scanning and transmission electron microscopy (TEM), atomic force microscopy (AFM), specific surface area, X-ray diffraction (XRD), thermogravimetric analysis (TGA), Raman and Fourier transform infrared (FTIR) spectroscopy. The electrochemical properties were studied by cyclic voltammetry (CV) and chronoamperometry (CA). Zirconia nanocrystallites (6.6 ± 1.8 nm) with cubic crystal structure were directly synthesized on the fCNTs walls, obtaining a well dispersed distribution with a high surface area. The experimental results indicate that the ZrO₂-fCNTs nanostructured system exhibits good electrochemical properties and could be tunable by enhancing the modification conditions and method of synthesis. The fabricated sensor could be used to efficiently detect H₂O₂, presenting a good linear relationship between the H₂O₂ concentration and the peak current, with quantification limit (LQ) of the 10.91 μmol·L^-1 and detection limit (LD) of 3.5913 μmol·L^-1.

Enhancing the electrochromic stability of Prussian blue based on TiO2 nanorod arrays

The cyclic stability and optical modulation of Prussian blue (PB) via TiO₂ nanorod arrays are enhanced.

Gold nanoparticles conjugated to bimetallic manganese(II) and iron(II) Prussian Blue analogues for aptamer-based impedimetric determination of the human epidermal growth factor receptor-2 and living MCF-7 cells

An aptamer-based assay is described for the determination of trace levels of the cancer marker human epidermal growth factor receptor-2 (HER2) and living MCF-7 cells. The method is based on the use of a bimetallic MnFe Prussian blue analogue coupled to gold nanoparticles (MnFePBA@AuNP). Compared to pristine MnFe PBA nanocubes, the series of MnFePBA@AuNP exhibits a core-shell spherical nanostructure, and the shell thickness decreases from 99.9 nm down to 49.3 nm on increasing the fraction of AuNPs. The composite was placed on a gold electrode and incubated with the aptamer solution through electrostatic interaction. Then the modified electrode was employed to detect HER2 and MCF-7 cells using [Fe(CN)₆]^3-/4- as redox probe and displays good responses to both of them. Electrochemical impedance spectroscopy data show that the signal variation between each step during the whole procedure for the HER2 and MCF-7 cells detection can be embodied as the resistance value change between the [Fe(CN)₆]^3-/4- and electrode surface. The assay has a very low detection limit (0.247 pg∙mL^-1) and works in the 0.001-1.0 ng∙mL^-1 HER2 concentration range. It was also used to sense HER2 in MCF-7 cells, and this results in an assay that works within the 500-5 × 10⁴ cell∙mL^-1 cell concentration range and a 36 cell∙mL^-1 detection limit. Furthermore, the aptamer-based assay is selective, acceptably reproducible, stable, and well feasible for the detection of HER2 and living MCF-7 cells in human serum. Graphical abstract Schematic of an electrochemical aptasensor based on the bimetallic MnFe Prussian blue analogue (MnFe PBA) coupling with gold nanoparticles (represented by MnFePBA@AuNPs). It was employed as the aptasensor for human epidermal growth factor receptor-2 (HER2), and living MCF-7 cells.

New faces of porous Prussian blue: interfacial assembly of integrated hetero-structures for sensing applications

Prussian blue (PB), the oldest synthetic coordination compound, is a classic and fascinating transition metal coordination material. Prussian blue is based on a three-dimensional (3-D) cubic polymeric porous network consisting of alternating ferric and ferrous ions, which provides facile assembly as well as precise interaction with active sites at functional interfaces. A fundamental understanding of the assembly mechanism of PB hetero-interfaces is essential to enable the full potential applications of PB crystals, including chemical sensing, catalysis, gas storage, drug delivery and electronic displays. Developing controlled assembly methods towards functionally integrated hetero-interfaces with adjustable sizes and morphology of PB crystals is necessary. A key point in the functional interface and device integration of PB nanocrystals is the fabrication of hetero-interfaces in a well-defined and oriented fashion on given substrates. This review will bring together these key aspects of the hetero-interfaces of PB nanocrystals, ranging from structure and properties, interfacial assembly strategies, to integrated hetero-structures for diverse sensing.

Invertase-nanogold clusters decorated plant membranes for fluorescence-based sucrose sensor

In the present study, invertase-mediated nanogold clusters were synthesized on onion membranes, and their application for sucrose biosensor fabrication was investigated. Transmission electron microscopy revealed free nanoparticles of various sizes (diameter ~5 to 50 nm) along with clusters of nanogold (~95 to 200 nm) on the surface of inner epidermal membranes of onions (Allium cepa L.). Most of the polydispersed nanoparticles were spherical, although some were square shaped, triangular, hexagonal or rod-shaped. Ultraviolet-visible spectrophotometric observations showed the characteristic peak for nanoparticles decorated invertase-onion membrane at approximately 301 nm. When excited at 320 nm in the presence of sucrose, the membranes exhibited a photoemission peak at 348 nm. The fluorescence lifetime of this nanogold modified onion membrane was 6.20 ns, compared to 2.47 ns for invertase-onion membrane without nanogold. Therefore, a sucrose detection scheme comprised of an invertase/nanogold decorated onion membrane was successfully developed. This fluorescent nanogold-embedded onion membrane drop-test sensor exhibited wide acidic to neutral working pH range (4.0-7.0) with a response time 30 seconds (<1 min). The fabricated quenching-based probe had a low detection limit (2x10(-9) M) with a linear dynamic range of 2.25x10(-9) to 4.25x10(-8) M for sensing sucrose. A microplate designed with an enzyme-nanomaterial-based sensor platform exhibited a high compliance, with acceptable percentage error for the detection of sucrose in green tea samples in comparison to a traditional method. With some further, modifications, this fabricated enzyme-nanogold onion membrane sensor probe could be used to estimate glucose concentrations for a variety of analytical samples. Graphical abstract Synthesis and characterization of invertase assisted nanogold clusters on onion membranes and their application for fluorescence-based sucrose sensor.

Recent advances in electrochemical sensing for hydrogen peroxide: a review

Due to the significance of hydrogen peroxide (H(2)O(2)) in biological systems and its practical applications, the development of efficient electrochemical H(2)O(2) sensors holds a special attraction for researchers. Various materials such as Prussian blue (PB), heme proteins, carbon nanotubes (CNTs) and transition metals have been applied to the construction of H(2)O(2) sensors. In this article, the electrocatalytic H(2)O(2) determinations are mainly focused on because they can provide a superior sensing performance over non-electrocatalytic ones. The synergetic effect between nanotechnology and electrochemical H(2)O(2) determination is also highlighted in various aspects. In addition, some recent progress for in vivo H(2)O(2) measurements is also presented. Finally, the future prospects for more efficient H(2)O(2) sensing are discussed.

Characterization and electrocatalytic properties of Prussian blue electrochemically deposited on nano-Au/PAMAM dendrimer-modified gold electrode

Gold electrode was modified with 3-mercaptopropionic acid (MPA) and further reacted with poly(amidoamine) (PAMAM) dendrimer (generation 4.0) then attached the nano-Au to obtain films on which Prussian blue (PB) was electrochemically deposited to afford much wider pH adaptive range, much better electrochemical stability and excellent electrochemical response. The microstructure and electrochemical behavior of Au/MPA/PAMAM/nano-Au/PB electrode were investigated by scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and cyclic voltammetry. The electrochemical response of the Au/MPA/PAMAM/nano-Au/PB-modified electrode for the electrocatalytic reduction of hydrogen peroxide was investigated, and it was found that the sensitivity as well as the corresponding detection limits were improved as compared to the voltammetric response of a Au/PB-modified electrode and Au/MPA/PAMAM/PB electrode. Based on this, a new electrochemical sensor for determination of hydrogen peroxide has been developed.

Electrochemical immune-biosensor for immunoglobulin G based bioelectrocatalytic reaction on micro-comb electrodes

A new amplification strategy of electrochemical signaling from antigen-antibody interactions was proposed via back-filling immobilization of horseradish peroxidase (HRP), immunoglobulin G antibodies (anti-IgG) and gold nanoparticles onto a three-dimensional sol-gel (3DSG)-functionalized biorecognition interface. The 3DSG sol-gel network was employed not only as a building block for the surface modification but also as a matrix for ligand functionalization. The signal-amplification was based on the bioelectrocatalytic reaction of the back-filling immobilization of HRP to H(2)O(2). With the non-competitive format, the formation of the antigen-antibody complex by a simple one-step immunoreaction between the immobilized anti-IgG and IgG in sample solution inhibited partly the active center of HRP, and decreased the immobilized HRP towards H(2)O(2) reduction. Under optimal conditions, the proposed immunosensor exhibited a good electrochemical behavior to IgG in a dynamic range of 1.12-162 ng/mL with a detection limit of 0.56 ng/mL (at 3delta). Moreover, the precision, reproducibility and stability of the as-prepared immunosensor were acceptable. Importantly, the proposed methodology would be valuable for diagnosis and monitoring of biomarkers and its metastasis.

Incorporation of glucose oxidase into Langmuir-Blodgett films based on Prussian blue applied to amperometric glucose biosensor

Glucose oxidase (GOx) was immobilized in the organic-inorganic Langmuir-Bldogett (LB) films consisting of octadecyltrimethylammonium (ODTA) and nanosized Prussian blue (PB) clusters. The amperometric glucose biosensors based on the LB films were fabricated and tested. It was found that the sensors exhibited a clear response current under an applied voltage of 0.0 V (vs Ag/AgCl). The linearity of current density versus glucose concentration was confirmed below 15 mmol/L concentration. This is the first observation of biosensor function of the hybrid organic-inorganic LB films. The successful preparation of glucose sensors operating at the very low potential indicates that the adsorbed PB clusters in the LB films act as an electrocatalyst for the electrochemical reduction of hydrogen peroxide, which is the final product of the enzymatic reaction sequence. The observed low potential applicability is estimated to inhibit the responses of interferants such as ascorbic acid, uric acid, and acetominophen. It was also found that an electrostatic interaction between positively charged ODTA+ and the adsorbed species of both GOx and PB provided a stabilized adsorption state in the LB films. Such stable immobilization contributes to the steady amperometric response current observed in the present ODTA/PB/GOx LB films.

Electrocatalytic reduction of hydrogen peroxide on modified graphite electrodes: application to the development of glucose biosensors

The electrocatalytic activities of a series of compact graphites modified with microquantities of platinum metals (Pd or Pt+Pd) towards the electrochemical reduction of hydrogen peroxide were characterised. Operational parameters such as the optimal working potential, the influence of temperature and the resulting electrode characteristics were examined. The benefits of using graphite modified with Pt+Pd (mixture ratio 30%:70%) as the basic transducer in a glucose biosensor with improved sensitivity were demonstrated. It was proven that, under the working conditions chosen, the selected electrode (whether bare or covered with an enzyme layer) did not respond to any glutathione, uric acid or ascorbic acid (which all normally occur in biological fluids) present.

Amperometric choline biosensors prepared by layer-by-layer deposition of choline oxidase on the Prussian blue-modified platinum electrode

An amperometric choline biosensor was developed by immobilizing choline oxidase (ChOx) in a layer-by-layer (LBL) multilayer film on a platinum (Pt) electrode modified with Prussian blue (PB). 6-O-Ethoxytrimethylammoniochitosan chloride (EACC) was used to prepare the ChOx LBL films. The choline biosensor was used at 0.0V versus Ag/AgCl to detect choline and exhibited good characteristics such as relative low detection limit (5x10(-7)M), short response time (within 10s), high sensitivity (88.6muAmM(-1)cm(-2)) and a good selectivity. The results were explained based on the ultrathin nature of the LBL films and the low operating potential that could be due to the efficient catalytic reduction of H(2)O(2) by PB. In addition, the effects of pH, temperature and applied potential on the amperometric response of choline biosensor were evaluated. The apparent Michaelis-Menten constant was found to be (0.083+/-0.001)x10(-3)M. The biosensor showed excellent long-term storage stability, which originates from a strong adsorption of ChOx in the EACC multilayer film. When the present choline biosensor was applied to the analysis of phosphatidylcholine in serum samples, the measurement values agreed satisfactorily with those by a hospital method.

Amperometric biosensor for the detection of hydrogen peroxide using catalase modified electrodes in polyacrylamide

A simple biosensor for the detection of hydrogen peroxide in organic solvents has been developed and coupled to a flow injection analysis (FIA) system. Catalase was entrapped in polyacrylamide gel and placed on the surface of platinum (working electrode) fixed in a Teflon holder with Ag-wire (auxiliary electrode), followed by addition of filter paper soaked in KCl. The entrapped catalase gel was held on the electrode using membranes. The effects of cellulose and polytetrafluroethylene (PTFE) membranes on the electrode response towards hydrogen peroxide have been studied. The modified electrode has been used to study the detection of hydrogen peroxide in solvents like water, dimethyl sulfoxide (DMSO), and 1,4-dioxane using amperometric techniques like cyclic voltammetry (CV) and FIA. The CV of modified catalase electrode showed a broad oxidation peak at -150 mV and a clear reduction peak at -212 mV in the presence of hydrogen peroxide. Comparison of CV with hydrogen peroxide in various solvents has been carried out. The electrode showed an irreversible kinetics with DMSO as the solvent. A flow cell has been designed in order to carry on FIA studies to obtain calibration plots for hydrogen peroxide with the modified electrode. The calibration plots in several solvents such as water, dimethyl sulfoxide, 1,4-dioxane have been obtained. The throughput of the enzyme electrode was 10 injections per hour. Due to the presence of membrane the response time of the electrode is concentration dependent.

Sensor and biosensor preparation, optimisation and applications of Prussian Blue modified electrodes

Being one of the most commonly used electrochemical mediators for analytical applications, Prussian Blue has found a wide use in the biosensor field during the last years. Its particular characteristic of catalysing hydrogen peroxide reduction has been applied in the construction of a large number of oxidase enzyme-based biosensors for clinical, environmental and food analysis. By modifying an electrode surface with Prussian Blue, it is in fact possible to easily detect hydrogen peroxide at an applied potential around 0.0 V versus Ag/AgCl, thus making possible coupling with oxidase enzymes while also avoiding or reducing electrochemical interferences. Papers dealing with glucose, lactate, cholesterol and galactose biosensors that are based on the use of Prussian Blue have recently appeared in the most important analytical chemistry journals. Another recent trend is the use of a choline probe based on choline oxidase for pesticide determination to exploit the inhibition of acetylcholinesterase by these compounds. In addition, the use of Prussian Blue in the development of biosensors for food analysis has captured the interest of many research groups and led to improved methods for the detection of glutamate, galactose, alcohol, fructosyl amine, formate, lysine and oxalate. This review will focus on the biosensing aspects of Prussian Blue-based sensors giving a general overview of the advantages provided by such mediator as well as its drawbacks. A comprehensive bibliographic reference list is presented together with the most up to date research findings in this field and possible future applications. The commercial potential of sensors based on this mediator will also be discussed.

Novel hybrid materials with high stability for electrically switched ion exchange: carbon nanotube–polyaniline–nickel hexacyanoferrate nanocomposites

A novel and stable carbon nanotube-polyaniline-nickel hexacyanoferrate nanocomposite film has been synthesized by the electrodeposition method, and the feasibility for removing radioactive caesium through an electrically switched ion exchange process using the nanocomposite film has been evaluated in a mixture containing NaNO3 and CsNO3.