{"title":"Centrifugal-assisted sample preparation techniques: Innovations and applications in bioanalysis","authors":"","doi":"10.1016/j.trac.2024.117909","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.trac.2024.117909","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>Sample preparation is a critical and resource-intensive phase of bioanalysis. The centrifuge is the most commonly used equipment in clinical research and practice for isolating cells and particles from liquid matrices during the sample preparation procedure. Currently, centrifugation is seamlessly integrated with a number of miniaturized techniques to improve extraction efficiency, reduce processing time, eliminate procedural complexity, enhance sample throughput, and reduce costs. We comprehensively review the advancements in centrifugation-assisted sample preparation techniques from various perspectives, while highlighting the advantages and limitations, as well as their diverse applications. The basics of each technique are presented. In particular, we present several commercially available devices that enable centrifugal filtration, spin-tips, spin columns, and centrifugal microfluidics. Future directions for the refinement and wider use of centrifugal force assisted techniques in bioanalytical methods are critically discussed.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":439,"journal":{"name":"Trends in Analytical Chemistry","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":11.8,"publicationDate":"2024-08-13","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141997537","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Advanced applications of DNA hydrogels in fluorescence sensing","authors":"","doi":"10.1016/j.trac.2024.117907","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.trac.2024.117907","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>In recent years, DNA hydrogels have attracted widespread attention in the field of fluorescence detection due to their high sensitivity and lower biotoxicity, providing new tools for research such as cell imaging and oxidative stress response. Simultaneously, they have shown potential applications in environmental monitoring and biomedical diagnostics. This article further explores the research on DNA hydrogels in nucleic acid and biomarker detection, as well as their applications in environmental pollution and targeted drug delivery. Finally, it highlights the prospects of DNA hydrogels as multifunctional fluorescence detection platforms, providing important references for future research in areas such as molecular recognition, biomarker detection, environmental monitoring, and biomedical diagnostics. This review summarizes the latest research findings, offering readers comprehensive insights into the application of DNA hydrogels in the field of fluorescence detection.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":439,"journal":{"name":"Trends in Analytical Chemistry","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":11.8,"publicationDate":"2024-08-13","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141990738","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Nanofibers prepared from synthetic polymers and biopolymers as advanced extraction materials for sample preparation prior to liquid chromatography","authors":"","doi":"10.1016/j.trac.2024.117912","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.trac.2024.117912","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>Since the beginning of this millennium, there has been an increasing interest in nanofiber-based sorbents for extraction due to their accessibility, scalability, ease of handling, high surface area, variety of chemistries available, and applications in miniaturized methods. Organic and inorganic materials have been converted into nanofibers using various techniques to obtain sorbents for use in analytical chemistry, such as sensors, filter membranes, sorptive phases, and extraction media. Polymer nanofibers are mainly prepared by electrospinning of polystyrene, polyamides, and polyacrylonitrile. In contrast, this review aims to survey other polymers, including biopolymers and biodegradable polymers. In addition, the possibilities of innovative alternative fabrication techniques leading to fiber materials with unique mechanical properties are described. We also focus on unexplored extraction formats using polymer nanofibers. Examples of recent applications benefiting from desorption with minimal solvent volume and on-line hyphenation to chromatographic methods are reported. Finally, the future prospects of these nanosorbents are discussed.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":439,"journal":{"name":"Trends in Analytical Chemistry","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":11.8,"publicationDate":"2024-08-13","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0165993624003959/pdfft?md5=55b6d4ae9c882a45d679e49de3a058dd&pid=1-s2.0-S0165993624003959-main.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142049091","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Recent advances and trends in the applications of nanomaterials in optical sensing platforms","authors":"","doi":"10.1016/j.trac.2024.117914","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.trac.2024.117914","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>Optical sensors have been developed to detect important markers in various applications such as food, health, and environment. Nanomaterials have been designed and integrated in them to be desirable optical sensors, exhibiting improved analytical performance from their distinct physicochemical properties. This review summarizes the designs, integrations, and applications of nanomaterials such as carbon-based materials, metallic nanoparticles, polymers, and nanostructures such as nanozyme and polymeric nanostructures, to enhance the performance of optical sensors. Optical sensors based on colorimetry, photoluminescence including fluorescence and near-infrared spectroscopy, surface-enhanced raman spectroscopy and surface plasmon resonance spanned through many applications will be covered. Future perspectives of developing optical sensors using greener approaches, multiplexed detection, and applications of machine learning will also be given. Bridging the sciences and arts of nanomaterial design and synthesis with the optical properties of materials and matters enables the improvement of optical sensors for good health and well-being.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":439,"journal":{"name":"Trends in Analytical Chemistry","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":11.8,"publicationDate":"2024-08-13","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141997538","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Recent trends in the use of silica-based materials and their composites in extraction techniques: A review","authors":"","doi":"10.1016/j.trac.2024.117910","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.trac.2024.117910","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>The application of silica-based materials (SBMs) such as silica nanoparticles (SiO2-NPs) and silica materials with mesoporous structures (for instance, MCM-48, SBA-15, and MCM-41) in analytical chemistry has caused huge consideration. Particularly, applying those materials in sorbent-based sorptive extraction/microextraction techniques has been in hotspots. SBMs have useful possessions such as modifying capability, high adsorption capacity, stability, and surface area. Therefore, SBMs have been broadly applied in various extraction procedures as sorbents. Respecting the attributes and advantages of SBMs, this article aims to assess the latest development and utilization of these materials in extraction techniques. This article is comprehensive in its scope, especially (a) SBMs and their properties are illustrated; (b) green synthesis of SBMs was investigated and discussed; (c) functionalized/modified SBMs (for instance, functionalized SBMs with deep eutectic solvents and ionic liquids) are investigated (d) different SBM composites (e.g, SBM-graphene, SBM-metal-organic framework, SBM-covalent organic framework, SBM-molecularly imprinted polymer, etc.); are reviewed; (e) applications of functionalized/modified SBMs and SBM composites in different extraction techniques are studied; (f) possible mechanisms for pre-concentrating and extracting analytes using SBMs from different samples are surveyed; and (g) current developments and perspectives of SBMs in analytical extraction processes are discussed. In our view, this article is new, informative, and timely, and will be interesting to a broad range of readers. Moreover, the review will be helpful for analytical extractants to understand further SBMs, their different composites, and their utilizations in extraction techniques.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":439,"journal":{"name":"Trends in Analytical Chemistry","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":11.8,"publicationDate":"2024-08-13","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141984764","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Molecularly imprinted polymers @ metal and covalent organic frameworks: From synthesis to application in analytical chemistry","authors":"","doi":"10.1016/j.trac.2024.117906","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.trac.2024.117906","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>Since their introduction in the 1970s, molecularly imprinted polymers (MIPs) have been greatly applied in analytical chemistry as materials that enhance the selectivity of analytical methods. MIPs are mostly explored in sample preparation methods, as well as electrochemical and chemical sensors. In recent years, the preparation of these materials has been performed on the surface of metal and covalent organic frameworks (MIPs@MOFs and COFs). This initiative is mostly geared to improve the performance of MIPs further. The present paper provides a critical review of the synthesis and applications of MIPs@MOFs and COFs in environmental, biological, and food analysis while also highlighting the major gaps and challenges to be considered for future explorations. The findings of this review indicate that various synthetic routes are explored for the production of these materials. The analytical aspects are more centred on selective sample preparation tools such as solid-phase extraction and solid-phase microextraction, as well as the applications in sensor technology for the detection of various compounds in complex matrices.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":439,"journal":{"name":"Trends in Analytical Chemistry","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":11.8,"publicationDate":"2024-08-13","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0165993624003893/pdfft?md5=fe8b3350625e0a839dce5a874eb9e604&pid=1-s2.0-S0165993624003893-main.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142044391","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Improvements in materials for microextraction techniques in pesticide analysis of fruit juices: Update of the last decade","authors":"","doi":"10.1016/j.trac.2024.117911","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.trac.2024.117911","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>This review presents an overview of the recent advancements in microextraction techniques for pesticide residues analysis in fruit juices, focusing on the period from 2014 to 2024. Research articles were screened through the Scopus database using pesticides, juice, and microextraction as keywords. Emphasis is devoted to newly introduced solid supports and advanced materials employed in both micro solid-phase and liquid-phase extraction techniques. By evaluating various representative studies, the review highlights the synthesis of novel sorbent materials and their application efficiency. Additionally, the Blue Applicability Grade Index is utilized to assess the practicality and effectiveness of each microextraction technique, identifying both their strengths and weaknesses. The review aims to guide future research directions in the development of more efficient, cost-effective, and environmentally friendly microextraction methods for pesticide residues analysis in juices.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":439,"journal":{"name":"Trends in Analytical Chemistry","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":11.8,"publicationDate":"2024-08-13","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0165993624003947/pdfft?md5=065947d0662153ee7b229472af3d0868&pid=1-s2.0-S0165993624003947-main.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142002328","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Lack of selectivity in sample preparation ‒ An achilles heel of compound-specific isotope analysis for environmental micropollutants","authors":"","doi":"10.1016/j.trac.2024.117908","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.trac.2024.117908","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>The role of compound-specific isotope analysis (CSIA) in environmental research has been proven over the last few decades. Despite advances in analytical methods and instrumentation, applying CSIA to low-concentration environmental contaminants, especially at the field scale, remains limited. In this perspective paper, we argue that this limitation stems from underdeveloped sample preparation techniques, particularly the lack of required selectivity. Drawing from an extensive review of nearly 600 CSIA studies on contaminants, we (i) analyze methodologies' distribution and dedication to field studies, discussing their connection with the maturity of suitable sample preparation techniques. Additionally, we (ii) examine general trends in sorbent phase technologies, assessing their adequacy to meet CSIA's targeted nature and applicability to micropollutants. In advocating for a paradigm shift, we (iii) emphasize the need to adapt future CSIA development strategies in light of past and current innovations.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":439,"journal":{"name":"Trends in Analytical Chemistry","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":11.8,"publicationDate":"2024-08-12","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0165993624003911/pdfft?md5=31bef08de6951467fc7ec6714413b306&pid=1-s2.0-S0165993624003911-main.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141997551","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"A comprehensive review on synthesis and applications of cryogel-based sorbents in solid-phase extraction techniques","authors":"","doi":"10.1016/j.trac.2024.117899","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.trac.2024.117899","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>Cryogels are three-dimensional porous materials created by polymerizing water-soluble monomers and crosslinkers at sub-zero temperatures. Cryogel-based sorbents, with their distinct physical and chemical characteristics such as superporosity, elasticity, water permeability, and ease of chemical modification, hold promise in revolutionizing sample preparation across diverse applications. This review aims to offer a comprehensive overview of the materials used and synthesis methods, encompassing free radical polymerization, irradiation polymerization, condensation polymerization, and self-assembly gel formation. Moreover, it covers characterization methods such as Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy, Scanning electron microscopy, nitrogen porosimetry, swelling and mechanical properties. Furthermore, the review highlights the advantages of cryogels over other conventional sorbents, emphasizing their remarkable extraction efficiency and selectivity when applied to various real samples, including foods, environmental and biological samples. The review also delves into recent advancements in the utilization of cryogels as sorbents in diverse solid-based extraction procedures, addressing current obstacles in this research domain and offering insights into future prospects.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":439,"journal":{"name":"Trends in Analytical Chemistry","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":11.8,"publicationDate":"2024-08-09","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141979508","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Trends in organ-on-a-chip for pharmacological analysis","authors":"","doi":"10.1016/j.trac.2024.117905","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.trac.2024.117905","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>Developing accurate and reliable new models that can better predict clinical outcomes has become an urgent need to drive drug development due to the limited predictability of traditional models for human responses. Organ-on-a-chip can mimic the structure, function and microenvironment of human tissues and organs, showing tremendous potential for drug discovery and development. In this review, we focused on the advancement of organ-on-a-chip platform in pharmacological analysis and summarized from three aspects, including the overall strategy of model design, the integration of advanced technologies and research algorithms, and the extensive applications in drug discovery, drug screening, drug efficacy and safety evaluate, and precision medicine. We hope that this review provides new insights into key pathological mechanisms revealed, therapeutic biomarkers and targets found, more accurate prediction of drug action in the human body, and accelerated drug development process.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":439,"journal":{"name":"Trends in Analytical Chemistry","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":11.8,"publicationDate":"2024-08-09","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141964080","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}