Vuslat B. Juska, Stacey Hendriks, Esmeralda Santillan-Urquiza, Nadia Moukri, Pedro Estrela, Graeme D. Maxwell, Bernadette O'Brien, Bernardo Patella, Rosalinda Inguanta, Alan O'Riordan
{"title":"On-Chip Multiplexed Voltammetry Using a Universal Antifouling Hydrogel and Porous Gold Foam Interface for Stress and Inflammation Monitoring","authors":"Vuslat B. Juska, Stacey Hendriks, Esmeralda Santillan-Urquiza, Nadia Moukri, Pedro Estrela, Graeme D. Maxwell, Bernadette O'Brien, Bernardo Patella, Rosalinda Inguanta, Alan O'Riordan","doi":"10.1002/adsr.202400198","DOIUrl":"10.1002/adsr.202400198","url":null,"abstract":"<p>Affinity based electrochemical biosensing systems with integrated miniaturized interfaces has enabled key advancement toward rapid, sensitive, precise and deployable detection platforms. Translation of the biosensing tools for routine monitoring of dairy cows’ functional welfare through non-invasive methods may have implications for identifying welfare compromise and improving welfare on-farm. The goal is to develop an on-chip voltammetric device to evaluate measures of inflammation and stress in biofluids of dairy cows, that is, milk. The straightforward fabrication of highly reproducible silicon devices designed is demonstrated for an electrochemical interface, using an efficient scale-up process for batch manufacturing of sensitive multiplexed sensor arrays. Lift-off and passivation lithography are used subsequently to construct the electroactive arrays with excellent reproducibility allowing micro and nano-scale patterning. Then the non-specific binding challenge is addressed via a rapid formation of a biocompatible antibiofouling coating onto porous gold surfaces on a single chip – simultaneously – in approximately two minutes. The developed coating provides flexibility in the experimental design due to abundant functional groups (-COOH and –NH<sub>2</sub>). The coating is combined with glutaraldehyde cross-linked Protein A/G to achieve a universal matrix for Anti-Immunoglobulin G (IgG)-based biosensing and validate by the attainment of two sensors of cortisol and haptoglobin by using milk samples.</p>","PeriodicalId":100037,"journal":{"name":"Advanced Sensor Research","volume":"4 9","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":3.5,"publicationDate":"2025-06-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://advanced.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1002/adsr.202400198","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145051216","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"A Wireless Soft Optical Blood Sensor for Colonoscopy","authors":"Kamin Palkawong-Na-Ayuddhaya, Arincheyan Gerald, Addison Chu, Johann Pang, Arnav Mankad, Hiroyuki Aihara, Sheila Russo","doi":"10.1002/adsr.202500004","DOIUrl":"10.1002/adsr.202500004","url":null,"abstract":"<p>Colonoscopies provide essential diagnostic capabilities, helping detect colorectal cancer (CRC) and inflammatory bowel diseases. However, visualization of the clinical workspace is limited to the distal tip camera. Thus, bleeding behind the tip can go undetected and pose safety risks to patients. This work presents a wireless soft optical blood sensor as an “add-on” device for the colonoscope, utilizing light attenuation for bleeding detection. The multiple-sleeve sensor design is made of microelectronic components with a flexible printed circuit board (PCB). The blood detection capability is characterized by various blood analog concentrations. The data rate, latency, and signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) are investigated to ensure the quality of real-time bleeding detection and effective data transmission. The wireless blood sensor successfully performs in ex vivo trials without breaking down throughout 40 trials in three novices and one expert user.</p>","PeriodicalId":100037,"journal":{"name":"Advanced Sensor Research","volume":"4 8","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":3.5,"publicationDate":"2025-06-26","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://advanced.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1002/adsr.202500004","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145135707","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Shalini Krishnamoorthi, Sally Shuxian Koh, Mervin Chun-Yi Ang, Mark Ju Teng Teo, Randall Ang Jie, U. S. Dinish, Michael S. Strano, Daisuke Urano
{"title":"Advancements in Plant Diagnostic and Sensing Technologies","authors":"Shalini Krishnamoorthi, Sally Shuxian Koh, Mervin Chun-Yi Ang, Mark Ju Teng Teo, Randall Ang Jie, U. S. Dinish, Michael S. Strano, Daisuke Urano","doi":"10.1002/adsr.202500045","DOIUrl":"10.1002/adsr.202500045","url":null,"abstract":"<p>Recent advancements in plant sensing technologies have significantly improved agricultural productivity while reducing resource inputs, resulting in higher yields by enabling early disease detection, precise diagnostics, and optimized fertilizer and pesticide applications. Each adopted technology offers unique advantages suitable for various farm operations, breeding programs, and laboratory research. This review article first summarizes key target traits, endogenous structures, and metabolites that serve as focal points for plant diagnostic and sensing technologies. Next, conventional plant sensing technologies based on light reflectance and fluorescence, which rely on foliar phytopigments and fluorophores such as chlorophylls are discussed. These methods, along with advanced analytical strategies incorporating machine learning, enable accurate stress detection and classification beyond general assessments of plant health and stress status. Advanced optical techniques such as Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FT-IR) and Raman spectroscopy, which allow specific measurements of various plant metabolites and structural components are then highlighted. Furthermore, the design and applications of nanotechnology chemical sensors capable of highly sensitive and selective detection of specific phytochemicals, including phytohormones and signaling second messengers, which regulate physiological and developmental processes at micro- to sub-micromolar concentrations are introduced. By selecting appropriate sensing methodologies, agricultural production, and relevant research activities can be significantly improved.</p>","PeriodicalId":100037,"journal":{"name":"Advanced Sensor Research","volume":"4 8","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":3.5,"publicationDate":"2025-06-23","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://advanced.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1002/adsr.202500045","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145135528","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Qingqing Luo, Ziqing Yu, Weiyuan Lyu, Yang Luo, Lei Xu, Feng Shen
{"title":"Digital Bioassays on the Slipchip Microfluidic Devices","authors":"Qingqing Luo, Ziqing Yu, Weiyuan Lyu, Yang Luo, Lei Xu, Feng Shen","doi":"10.1002/adsr.202500030","DOIUrl":"10.1002/adsr.202500030","url":null,"abstract":"<p>The SlipChip, designed to achieve “simple, low-cost, instrument-free, and precise” biomarker analysis, has demonstrated significant potential in both biological research and clinical diagnostics. The technology utilizes the relative movement of two microfluidic plates with microstructures to manipulate fluids. This review focuses specifically on digital bioassays performed on SlipChip microfluidic platforms, which eliminate the need for sophisticated fluidic systems by generating partitions through simple “load and slip” operations. For digital nucleic acid analysis including digital PCR, digital LAMP, and digital RPA the SlipChip can extend the dynamic range of analysis through multivolume, serial dilution, and digital-analog strategies. It also enables real-time digital PCR, digital melt curve analysis, and digital CRISPR-based and Argonaute-based analysis with parallel droplet manipulation. Additionally, the SlipChip method can be integrated with functionalized microbeads for digital protein analysis. Furthermore, the SlipChip has been applied in single-bacterium separation and cultivation, active bacteriophage quantification, and single-cell analysis. These developments will pave the way for broader applications in precision medicine, infectious disease detection, and personalized healthcare.</p>","PeriodicalId":100037,"journal":{"name":"Advanced Sensor Research","volume":"4 9","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":3.5,"publicationDate":"2025-06-23","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://advanced.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1002/adsr.202500030","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145051263","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Kevin A. Janus, Stefan Achtsnicht, Benedetta Isella, Alexander Kopp, Koichiro Miyamoto, Tatsuo Yoshinobu, Michael Keusgen, Michael J. Schöning
{"title":"Silk-Fibroin as Biocompatible and Bioresorbable Enzyme Immobilization Matrix for Screen-Printed Amperometric Glucose Biosensors","authors":"Kevin A. Janus, Stefan Achtsnicht, Benedetta Isella, Alexander Kopp, Koichiro Miyamoto, Tatsuo Yoshinobu, Michael Keusgen, Michael J. Schöning","doi":"10.1002/adsr.202500048","DOIUrl":"10.1002/adsr.202500048","url":null,"abstract":"<p>Silk-fibroin is utilized as a biocompatible and bioresorbable enzyme immobilization matrix and exemplarily demonstrated for a screen-printed amperometric glucose biosensor. The silk-fibroin is derived from the silkworm <i>Bombyx mori</i>. The enzyme immobilization matrix consisting of silk-fibroin, together with glucose oxidase from <i>Aspergillus niger</i>, is applied to a screen-printed carbon-based, biocompatible, and biodegradable working electrode on a flexible silk-fibroin substrate. The biosensor is characterized electrochemically at physiological glucose concentrations in the range from 0.5 to 10 m<span>m</span>. The results are compared to a “conventional” glucose biosensor, also fabricated on a flexible silk-fibroin substrate, however utilizing a laboratory standard enzyme immobilization matrix based on bovine serum albumin and glutaraldehyde. Furthermore, the influence of pH (pH 5.5 to pH 8.0) and temperature variations (21 to 70 °C) on these two different immobilization matrices are studied.</p>","PeriodicalId":100037,"journal":{"name":"Advanced Sensor Research","volume":"4 8","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":3.5,"publicationDate":"2025-06-18","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://advanced.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1002/adsr.202500048","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145135458","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Ryan A. Williams, Grace A. R. Rohaley, Ashwathanarayana Gowda, Gisele Pegorin, Andrea Oprandi, Denis Motovilov, Anthony Schneider, Elda Hegmann, Marianne E. Prévôt, Torsten Hegmann
{"title":"Zero-Power, Optical Toxic Gas and Vapor Sensors Utilizing Printed Nematic Liquid Crystal Patterns on Selectively Reactive Substrates (Adv. Sensor Res. 6/2025)","authors":"Ryan A. Williams, Grace A. R. Rohaley, Ashwathanarayana Gowda, Gisele Pegorin, Andrea Oprandi, Denis Motovilov, Anthony Schneider, Elda Hegmann, Marianne E. Prévôt, Torsten Hegmann","doi":"10.1002/adsr.70023","DOIUrl":"10.1002/adsr.70023","url":null,"abstract":"<p><b>Toxic Gas Sensors for Firefighters</b></p><p>Toxic gas sensors for the detection of chlorine and phosgene are reported utilizing inkjet printed nematic liquid crystal patterns on reactive substrates. The zero-power sensors are characterized by high sensitivity at relevant ppm and ppb levels, fast response times on the order of seconds, and a design that is highly customizable by the potential end user. More details can be found in article 2400166 by Marianne E. Prévôt, Torsten Hegmann, and co-workers.\u0000\u0000 <figure>\u0000 <div><picture>\u0000 <source></source></picture><p></p>\u0000 </div>\u0000 </figure></p>","PeriodicalId":100037,"journal":{"name":"Advanced Sensor Research","volume":"4 6","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":3.5,"publicationDate":"2025-06-12","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1002/adsr.70023","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144273120","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Saqer Al Abdullah, Samaneh Ghadami, Md. Arifur Rahman Khan, Farbod Ebrahimi, Kyle Nowlin, Tetyana Ignatova, Kristen Dellinger
{"title":"A SERS-Based Antibody-Aptamer Sandwich Assay for Extracellular Vesicle-Associated Tau Detection Using Gold Nanoparticles","authors":"Saqer Al Abdullah, Samaneh Ghadami, Md. Arifur Rahman Khan, Farbod Ebrahimi, Kyle Nowlin, Tetyana Ignatova, Kristen Dellinger","doi":"10.1002/adsr.202500034","DOIUrl":"10.1002/adsr.202500034","url":null,"abstract":"<p>Extracellular vesicles (EVs) have emerged as sources of promising, minimally invasive biomarkers for diagnosing and monitoring diseases like Alzheimer's. Using EVs as a source of biomarkers for neurological diseases is highly relevant because they can carry pathogenic proteins, such as tau and amyloid-β, across the blood-brain barrier and can be easily accessed and collected since they are available in almost all biofluids, including blood, urine, and saliva. Here, a bioanalytical antibody-aptamer sandwich assay detection using surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy (SERS) is developed to quantify the expression of EV-associated tau. Specifically, a gold surface conjugated with antibodies was developed to capture tau protein derived from EVs. Subsequently, adding gold nanoparticles functionalized with SERS probes and aptamers enabled the detection of tau in EVs using SERS. The sensing platform exhibited excellent reproducibility, selectivity, and sensitivity for tau in a broad range of 30 p<span>m</span>–10 n<span>m</span> with a calculated detection limit of 13 p<span>m</span>. Detecting molecular targets within and on the surface of EVs can enable the design of multiplex biosensors for the early diagnosis of multifactorial diseases by simultaneously detecting and quantifying pathogenic proteins, such as amyloid-β and tau in Alzheimer's disease.</p>","PeriodicalId":100037,"journal":{"name":"Advanced Sensor Research","volume":"4 8","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":3.5,"publicationDate":"2025-06-12","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12380370/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144985154","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Guillermo Conejo-Cuevas, Miguel Aller Pellitero, Leire Ruiz-Rubio, Francisco Javier del Campo
{"title":"Microneedles for Continuous, Minimally Invasive Monitoring: A Technology Overview","authors":"Guillermo Conejo-Cuevas, Miguel Aller Pellitero, Leire Ruiz-Rubio, Francisco Javier del Campo","doi":"10.1002/adsr.202500057","DOIUrl":"10.1002/adsr.202500057","url":null,"abstract":"<p>Microneedles are small piercing structures, with sizes in the micron-to-millimeter range, designed to penetrate painlessly the outer skin layer, known as stratum corneum, providing minimally invasive access to interstitial fluid (ISF), which enables the monitoring of biochemical parameters in real-time. This review covers recent progress to date in the area of electrochemical sensing using microneedles, and provides an overview of fabrication materials and processes, as well as applications. The main body of the review focuses on the fabrication of microneedle structures and their transformation into electrochemical biosensors for continuous monitoring. To this end, the main recognition elements and electrode functionalization ways are described, paying closer attention to aptamers and continuous aptamer-based sensing, whose importance, merits, and limitations are highlighted. In addition to covering the main current applications, the review discusses the future threats and opportunities of microneedle-based in vivo monitoring.</p>","PeriodicalId":100037,"journal":{"name":"Advanced Sensor Research","volume":"4 7","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":3.5,"publicationDate":"2025-06-09","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1002/adsr.202500057","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144598623","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}