Themed collection Nanomaterial properties tuned by their environment

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Editorial

Nanomaterials properties tuned by their environment: integrating supramolecular concepts into sensing devices

Guest editors Paolo Samorì and Fabio Biscarini introduce the Nanomaterials properties tuned by their environment themed issue of Chemical Society Reviews.

Graphical abstract: Nanomaterials properties tuned by their environment: integrating supramolecular concepts into sensing devices
Review Article

Biochemical sensing with macrocyclic receptors

This review summarizes recent developments in biochemical sensing using macrocyclic receptors, from molecular recognition to device fabrication and testing.

Graphical abstract: Biochemical sensing with macrocyclic receptors
Review Article

Chemical sensing with 2D materials

During the last decade, two-dimensional materials (2DMs) have attracted great attention due to their unique chemical and physical properties, which make them appealing platforms for diverse applications in sensing of gas, metal ions as well as relevant chemical entities.

Graphical abstract: Chemical sensing with 2D materials
Review Article

Synergy between nanomaterials and volatile organic compounds for non-invasive medical evaluation

This review provides an insight into nanomaterial-based sensors for disease diagnostics via the detection of volatile organic compounds (VOCs).

Graphical abstract: Synergy between nanomaterials and volatile organic compounds for non-invasive medical evaluation
Review Article

The evolution of artificial light actuators in living systems: from planar to nanostructured interfaces

Artificially enhancing light sensitivity in living cells allows control of neuronal paths or vital functions avoiding the wiring associated with the use of stimulation electrodes.

Graphical abstract: The evolution of artificial light actuators in living systems: from planar to nanostructured interfaces
Review Article

Photochemistry and photophysics of MOFs: steps towards MOF-based sensing enhancements

In combination with porosity and tunability, light harvesting, energy transfer, and photocatalysis, are facets crucial for engineering of MOF-based sensors.

Graphical abstract: Photochemistry and photophysics of MOFs: steps towards MOF-based sensing enhancements
Review Article

Sensing and capture of toxic and hazardous gases and vapors by metal–organic frameworks

This review summaries recent progress in the luminescent detection and adsorptive removal of harmful gases and vapors by metal–organic frameworks, as well as the principles and strategies guiding the design of these materials.

Graphical abstract: Sensing and capture of toxic and hazardous gases and vapors by metal–organic frameworks
Tutorial Review

Nanomaterial-based devices for point-of-care diagnostic applications

In this review, we have discussed the capabilities of nanomaterials for point-of-care (PoC) diagnostics and explained how these materials can help to strengthen, miniaturize and improve the quality of diagnostic devices.

Graphical abstract: Nanomaterial-based devices for point-of-care diagnostic applications
Open Access Tutorial Review

Environmentally responsive plasmonic nanoassemblies for biosensing

Assemblies of plasmonic nanoparticles enable new modalities for biosensing.

Graphical abstract: Environmentally responsive plasmonic nanoassemblies for biosensing
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About this collection

We are delighted to present this Chemical Society Reviews themed issue on ‘Nanomaterial properties tuned by their environment’, Guest Edited by Paolo Samori (University of Strasbourg, France) and Fabio Biscarini (University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, Italy). This issue focuses on the development of novel materials and their integration in sensing devices, providing key insights into this broad and multidisciplinary field.


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