{"title":"Application of nano-alumina electrodes in electrochemical sensing for monitoring exercise-induced lactate","authors":"Weicheng Gu","doi":"10.1016/j.ijoes.2025.101124","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.ijoes.2025.101124","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>This study reports the development of a novel potentiometric biosensor for non-invasive analysis of lactate in human sweat, employing a carbon paste electrode modified with nano-Al<sub>2</sub>O<sub>3</sub> and lactate oxidase (LOx). Nano-Al<sub>2</sub>O<sub>3</sub> was synthesized via a sol–gel process, yielding uniformly dispersed, porous particles with diameters of 80–90 nm and an average crystallite size of approximately 55 nm, which enhanced the electrode’s catalytic efficiency and electron transfer capabilities. The carbon paste electrode was prepared by incorporating 10 wt% of nano-Al<sub>2</sub>O<sub>3</sub> into a composite of graphite and carbon black, followed by immobilization of LOx from a 2.5 mg/mL solution to ensure stable enzyme activity. Electrochemical evaluation revealed that the modification reduced the charge transfer resistance from 410 Ω for the bare electrode to 324 Ω, while the subsequent enzyme coating increased resistance moderately to 534 Ω without compromising performance. Calibration studies using lactate concentrations ranging from 0.1 mM to 50 mM yielded a linear response with a sensitivity of 150 mV per decade and a detection limit of 0.08 mM. The biosensor reached stable readings within 45–60 s and exhibited high reproducibility with a relative standard deviation below 4 % over repeated tests. <em>Ex vivo</em> sweat analysis during controlled exercise demonstrated a recovery rate of 96 % and a strong correlation (R<sup>2</sup> = 0.97) with standard HPLC measurements, verifying the biosensor’s real-world applicability. These results indicate that nano-scale modification via nano-Al<sub>2</sub>O<sub>3</sub> integration significantly enhances biosensor performance, offering a promising platform for continuous metabolic monitoring in sports and clinical diagnostics.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":13872,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Electrochemical Science","volume":"20 10","pages":"Article 101124"},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2025-07-05","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144572819","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Nageen Shoukat , ChaeWon Mun , Ho Sang Jung , Min-Young Lee , Soo Hyun Lee , Sung-Gyu Park
{"title":"Development of electrochemical sensors based on plasma-treated polymeric nanostructures for sensitive and reproducible detection of bisphenol A","authors":"Nageen Shoukat , ChaeWon Mun , Ho Sang Jung , Min-Young Lee , Soo Hyun Lee , Sung-Gyu Park","doi":"10.1016/j.ijoes.2025.101121","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.ijoes.2025.101121","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Significant public health concerns have been raised regarding humans' ubiquitous exposure to bisphenol A (BPA), an endocrine-disrupting chemical, through dietary and environmental pathways. In this study, for the sensitive detection of BPA, we developed three different electrochemical sensors (i.e., Au film, Au nanodimple (AuND), and Au nanopillar (AuNP)) and investigated the influence of electroactive surface area on electrochemical sensing performance. The supporting polymeric nanostructures (i.e., NDs and NPs) were developed using facile plasma treatment processes. Cyclic voltammetry and electrochemical impedance spectroscopy were used to evaluate the electrodes' electroactivity. Compared with the other electrode materials (i.e., Au film and AuNDs), the AuNPs, which exhibited a high density and high aspect ratio, showed excellent redox behaviors and low charge transfer resistance. A quantitative investigation of BPA was conducted using differential pulse voltammetry. Under optimal experimental conditions, the AuNP sensors demonstrated a linear response (<em>R</em><sup>2</sup> = 0.98), nanomolar sensitivity, and high reproducibility (relative standard deviation ≤ 3.1 %) in the dynamic BPA concentration range from 2 to 1000 nM. The viability of the AuNP sensors in practical applications was also examined with BPA-spiked artificial tear and urine samples. The results highlight that the electrochemical sensors implanted with AuNP platforms are suitable for monitoring BPA in contaminated water and biofluids.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":13872,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Electrochemical Science","volume":"20 10","pages":"Article 101121"},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2025-07-05","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144570152","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"2D material-based electrochemical sensors for early diabetes detection: A review of progress and prospects","authors":"Ming Yang , Dongting Fu , Chunlei Gao , Ying Liu","doi":"10.1016/j.ijoes.2025.101123","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.ijoes.2025.101123","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Diabetes mellitus represents a significant and escalating global health challenge, characterized by alarming prevalence rates and substantial economic burden. Early detection is paramount for effective management and prevention of debilitating long-term complications, yet conventional diagnostic methods face limitations in terms of accuracy, convenience, cost, and ability to capture dynamic glycemic changes. Electrochemical biosensors offer a promising alternative, providing advantages such as high sensitivity, rapid response, portability, and potential for miniaturization. The advent of two-dimensional (2D) materials, including graphene, transition metal dichalcogenides (TMDs), and MXenes, has revolutionized the field of electrochemical sensing. Their unique physicochemical properties—including high electrical conductivity for rapid electron transfer, large surface area for enhanced analyte interaction, tunable surface functionalization for bioreceptor immobilization, and mechanical flexibility for wearable integration—enable substantial improvements in sensitivity, selectivity, and operational stability of electrochemical sensors. This review provides a comprehensive overview of the progress in utilizing 2D material-enhanced electrochemical sensors for the early detection of key diabetes-related biomarkers, including glucose, glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c), insulin, glucagon, and ketones. We discuss the fundamental properties of these 2D materials and the mechanisms by which they improve sensor sensitivity, selectivity, and stability. Recent advancements in sensor design, fabrication strategies, and performance metrics (limit of detection, linear range, response time) are critically examined, along with validation studies in relevant biological matrices. Despite considerable progress, challenges remain concerning material synthesis reproducibility, long-term stability in biological environments, susceptibility to biofouling and interference, and pathways towards cost-effective, scalable manufacturing and clinical translation. Future prospects, including the exploration of novel 2D materials and heterostructures, advanced functionalization techniques, multiplexed detection platforms, and integration into wearable and point-of-care systems, are discussed. Addressing the current hurdles will be crucial for realizing the full potential of 2D material-based electrochemical sensors in transforming diabetes diagnostics and management.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":13872,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Electrochemical Science","volume":"20 10","pages":"Article 101123"},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2025-07-05","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144580737","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"A Novel green approach for the synthesis of highly conductive graphene/MoS₂ composites","authors":"Xin Wang, Xiaolong Wang","doi":"10.1016/j.ijoes.2025.101122","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.ijoes.2025.101122","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>To address the inherent low conductivity of MoS₂, we developed a novel, simple, green, and scalable method for the preparation of graphene/MoS₂ composites using a laboratory-designed system. Through systematic optimization, the optimal preparation conditions were determined. Moreover, this method differs from traditional approaches that require high temperatures or hazardous reagents by enabling simultaneous exfoliation and compositing under mild conditions. Thus offering significant environmental and practical advantages. Comprehensive structural characterizations were conducted using XRD, Raman, SEM, TEM, HRTEM, and XPS. The results confirmed that bulk MoS₂ and graphite were successfully exfoliated into few-layer MoS₂ and graphene, respectively, which were subsequently composited to form a stable graphene/MoS₂ composite. The resulting material shows significantly enhanced electrical conductivity and charge transport, attributed to microstructure optimization and interfacial synergy. Overall, this study provides a practical and environmentally friendly strategy for improving the electrical conductivity of MoS₂, with promising potential for scalable production.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":13872,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Electrochemical Science","volume":"20 10","pages":"Article 101122"},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2025-07-05","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144571270","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Lihong Ma , Yufang Huang , Qiaowen Huang , Junyong Han , Wei Li , Hongxu Liu , Chuan Jiang , Huiqing Que
{"title":"Gold nanoparticles-decorated graphynes for electrochemical detection of vitexin","authors":"Lihong Ma , Yufang Huang , Qiaowen Huang , Junyong Han , Wei Li , Hongxu Liu , Chuan Jiang , Huiqing Que","doi":"10.1016/j.ijoes.2025.101118","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.ijoes.2025.101118","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Vitexin is an important bioactive flavonoid with superior pharmacological value. Herein, by preparing graphynes decorated with gold nanoparticles (Au/GDY) as electrode material via a facile electroless deposition method, a sensitive electrochemical sensor was proposed to detect vitexin for the first time based on Au/GDY hybrid modified glassy carbon electrode (Au/GDY/GCE). The Au/GDY hybrid nanomaterial could capitalize on the synergistic effects of (i) GDY's π-electron-rich structure which is beneficial to enhance the target affinity through π-π stacking, and (ii) Au' dual functionality as conductivity boosters and catalytic activators. The related electrochemical evaluations revealed that the as-proposed Au/GDY/GCE exhibits much superior sensing performances compared to GDY/GCE and bare GCE for vitexin, achieving a broad linear range (0.05 – 4.0 μM) and a low detection limit (15.0 nM). In addition, the as-designed sensor also demonstrated exceptional reproducibility, long-term stability and selectivity for vitexin detection, showing significant potential application.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":13872,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Electrochemical Science","volume":"20 10","pages":"Article 101118"},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2025-07-03","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144633790","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Na Li , Qiao Li , Yongchao Zhu , Huizhong Ma , Lan Zhang
{"title":"The effect of graphene concentration on mechanical properties of electrodeposited Al-Graphene composite coating","authors":"Na Li , Qiao Li , Yongchao Zhu , Huizhong Ma , Lan Zhang","doi":"10.1016/j.ijoes.2025.101117","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.ijoes.2025.101117","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>To enhance the surface hardness and strength of aluminum alloys and achieve low-temperature synthesis of aluminum-graphene composite materials, Al-Graphene composite coatings are electrodeposited on the 7075-aluminum alloy substrate from organic solvent solution system at 25 ℃ containing different graphene concentration. The morphology, microstructure and mechanical properties of Al-Graphene composite coating were characterized and reconnoitered. Al-Graphene composite coatings exhibit improved performance significantly. Under the optimal graphene concentration of 7 g L<sup>−1</sup>, Al-Graphene shows 5.1-times increase in hardness in comparison with pure Al coating. The elastic modulus has the peak value of 84.4 GPa for Al-Graphene containing 10.64 wt% graphene, which has an increment of 66.2 % compared with pure Al coating. These put down to the remarkable mechanical property of graphene. Moreover, the content and distribution of graphene play a key role in the mechanical properties of Al-Graphene. The alternating well-dispersed graphene and reduced metal layer, simultaneously keep appropriate thickness of reduced metal layer is able to achieve the optimal comprehensive mechanical property, which exhibits promising application potential in aircraft skins, automotive components, and related fields.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":13872,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Electrochemical Science","volume":"20 10","pages":"Article 101117"},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2025-07-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144524309","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Ming Fang , Liangliang Hou , Xu Cheng , Junlong Wang , Shenao Ma , Pujie Zhang
{"title":"Corrigendum to “Automated electrochemical milling of complex surfaces with integrated path planning and gap control strategy” [Int. J. Electrochem. Sci. 20 (6) (2025) 101011]","authors":"Ming Fang , Liangliang Hou , Xu Cheng , Junlong Wang , Shenao Ma , Pujie Zhang","doi":"10.1016/j.ijoes.2025.101106","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.ijoes.2025.101106","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":13872,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Electrochemical Science","volume":"20 9","pages":"Article 101106"},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2025-07-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144714499","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Influence of arsenic on copper anode dissolution in electrorefining processes","authors":"Mahnaz Fathi, Mohammad Mokmeli, Saeed Sheibani","doi":"10.1016/j.ijoes.2025.101115","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.ijoes.2025.101115","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Over the past four decades, the average arsenic content in copper anodes has increased. Arsenic is known as one of the anode components that can help prevent anode passivation. This study challenges the proposed mechanism of acid generation in a boundary layer of the passive layer and aims to expand the effect of arsenic both before and after the generation of the passive layer. The novel mechanism proposed in this study explains why samples with higher arsenic content have a higher dissolution rate before the passive layer forms. It also accounts for the longer time to passivation values observed in higher arsenic-containing anodes. The proposed mechanism also describes the passive layer dissolution rate as a function of arsenic content. The study investigated the impact of arsenic on the passivation mechanism of copper anodes at different arsenic concentrations using chronopotentiometry (CP) and contact angle experimental methods. The CP and ICP results confirm that the time to passivation increases and the electrolyte cupric concentration rises as the anode arsenic content increases from 500 to 1500 ppm. The higher dissolution rate of the anodes containing more arsenic was attributed to their fine, dendritic structure and higher wettability before the formation of the passive layer. Interestingly, the fastest dissolution rate after the formation of the passive layer was observed in the 1000 ppm arsenic sample. This was attributed to the counter effect of the electrolyte on surface accessibility caused by the passive layer microstructure and the wettability of the anode surface.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":13872,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Electrochemical Science","volume":"20 10","pages":"Article 101115"},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2025-06-27","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144571271","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Chethan Ram M , Mansi Gandhi , Sariga , Tom Cherian , Anitha Varghese
{"title":"Advances in electrochemical biosensing of esophageal cancer biomarkers: A comprehensive review with comparative methodological perspectives","authors":"Chethan Ram M , Mansi Gandhi , Sariga , Tom Cherian , Anitha Varghese","doi":"10.1016/j.ijoes.2025.101116","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.ijoes.2025.101116","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Esophageal cancer, one of the most aggressive malignancies, often poses substantial challenges ascribed to its asymptomatic early stages and quick progression, leaving patients with few treatment options and grim survival rates. Though effective, traditional diagnostic methods remain invasive, expensive, and out of reach for many in resource-limited settings. This review explores the revolutionary potential of biosensors: molecular sleuths that detect subtle variations in biomarkers, including IL-6, CYFRA 21–1, TP53, and miRNAs like miR-204 and miR-106b. These technologies, spanning electrochemical platforms, SPR detection, fluorescence systems, and advanced chromatography, redefine early cancer detection through their precision, speed, and cost-effectiveness. The review also spotlights innovations in bio-interface engineering, including graphene-enhanced electrodes and saliva-based diagnostics, which pave the way for non-invasive, personalized healthcare. Beyond the lab, biosensors promise to democratize early detection, empowering underserved communities with accessible, point-of-care diagnostics. The convergence of biosensor technology with artificial intelligence and multiplex detection heralds a paradigm shift in oncology, transforming esophageal cancer diagnostics from reactive to proactive. Furthermore, this article envisions a future where portable, affordable, and highly sensitive biosensors are not just tools but lifelines in the global fight against cancer.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":13872,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Electrochemical Science","volume":"20 9","pages":"Article 101116"},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2025-06-27","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144517140","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}