Themed collection Analytical Methods Review Articles 2024
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Methods and applications of noncompetitive hapten immunoassays
Noncompetitive assays for haptens typically offer higher sensitivity and a broader measurement range compared to competitive assays.
Anal. Methods, 2024,16, 5357-5371
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4AY00922C
Solid-phase microextraction – a future technique in pharmacology and coating trends
SPME can be used in pharmaceutical and medical science. It has great potential combined with instrumental methods. The fibers are now commercially available, but the need to develop quick extraction methods is also taking advantage of nanotechnology to obtain new types of extraction fibers.
Anal. Methods, 2024,16, 3164-3178
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4AY00187G
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Electroanalysis overview: additive manufactured biosensors using fused filament fabrication
Additive manufacturing (3D-printing), in particular fused filament fabrication, presents a paradigm shift in the way electrochemical based biosensing platforms are produced, giving rise to a new generation of personalized and on-demand biosensors.
Anal. Methods, 2024,16, 2625-2634
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4AY00278D
An overview of electrochemical biosensors used for COVID-19 detection
This short review presents the latest advances in the field of electrochemical biosensors, focusing particularly on impedimetric biosensors for the direct measurement of analytes.
Anal. Methods, 2024,16, 2164-2176
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3AY02042H
The development of droplet-based microfluidic virus detection technology for human infectious diseases
Summary of representative microfluidic assays.
Anal. Methods, 2024,16, 971-978
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3AY01795H
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Glowing discoveries: Schiff base-cyanostilbene probes illuminating metal ions and biological entities
Schiff bases featuring cyanostilbene units have emerged as versatile and highly effective probes for the selective detection of various metal ions as well as biologically important species.
Anal. Methods, 2024, Advance Article
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4AY01242A
Materials evaluation using cell-sized liposomes
This review introduces various studies on cell-sized liposomes, which facilitate observation for the rapid detection and analysis of diverse materials based on their size, dynamic shape changes, and phase separation, providing valuable insights.
Anal. Methods, 2024,16, 5509-5518
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4AY00803K
One-step electrodeposited hybrid nanofilms in amperometric biosensor development
This review summarizes developments in amperometric biosensors with electrodeposited sensing films. It was shown how the analytical merit of one-step designed biosensors can be controlled by the change of chemical factors within the same engineering platform.
Anal. Methods, 2024,16, 2424-2443
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4AY00290C
Antimalarial analysis of pharmaceutical formulations and biological samples by capillary electrophoresis: the state of the art and applications
The evolution of achiral and chiral capillary electrophoresis methods that have been applied in the analysis of antimalarial drugs in pharmaceutical formulations and human biological samples, covering the literature from 2000 to 2023.
Anal. Methods, 2024,16, 5751-5776
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4AY00860J
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A review: early detection of oral cancer biomarkers using microfluidic colorimetric point-of-care devices
A comprehensive salivary biomarker study for oral cancer identification is carried out. Lateral flow assays (LFAs) and paper-based devices, for low-resource settings, have been extensively examined.
Anal. Methods, 2024, Advance Article
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4AY01030B
Surface Engineered Metal Organic Frameworks-Based Electrochemical Biosensor for Enzyme-Mimic Ultrasensitive Detection of Glucose: Recent Advancement and Future Perspectives
Anal. Methods, 2024, Accepted Manuscript
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4AY01429D
A flexible and wearable electronic system based on 2D hydrogel composites
Anal. Methods, 2024, Accepted Manuscript
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4AY01124D
A review on organic small-molecule fluorescent probes for gallium(Ⅲ) ion
Anal. Methods, 2024, Accepted Manuscript
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4AY01347F
Strategies for the detection of site-specific DNA methylation and its application, opportunities and challenges in the field of electrochemical biosensors
Detection strategies for site-specific methylation and the application of electrochemical biosensors in site-specific methylation.
Anal. Methods, 2024,16, 5496-5508
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4AY00779D
Functional fibers/textiles for smart sensing devices and applications in personal healthcare systems
The paper gives overall perspective of the promising field by reviewing diversity of functional sensing fibers/textiles and hopes researchers track the progress of flexible sensing fibers/textiles for applications in personal healthcare system.
Anal. Methods, 2024,16, 5372-5390
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4AY01127A
Photonic crystal gas sensors based on metal–organic frameworks and polymers
In this paper, the recent advances in MOF, polymer and MOF/polymer-based PC sensors over the past ten years were summarized.
Anal. Methods, 2024,16, 4901-4916
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4AY00764F
Recent progress on DNAzyme-based biosensors for pathogen detection
DNAzyme-based biosensors for pathogen detection in colorimetric, fluorescent, and electrochemical detection.
Anal. Methods, 2024,16, 4917-4937
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4AY00934G
An overview of influenza A virus detection methods: from state-of-the-art of laboratories to point-of-care strategies
Influenza A virus poses a global health challenge. This review compares diagnostic methods to help stakeholders in healthcare make informed decisions, emphasizing the importance of accuracy, efficiency, and accessibility.
Anal. Methods, 2024,16, 4496-4515
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4AY00508B
Recent advances in biosensors for screening plant pathogens
Worldwide, plant pathogens have been a considerably important cause of economic loss in agriculture especially in the decades of agricultural intensification. In this context, biosensors have emerged as significantly important tools which help farmers in on-field diagnosis of plant diseases.
Anal. Methods, 2024,16, 4485-4495
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4AY00766B
Recent advances in AIEgen-based chemosensors for small molecule detection, with a focus on ion sensing
Since the aggregation-based emission (AIE) phenomenon emerged in 2001, numerous chemical designs have been built around the AIE concept, displaying its utility for diverse applications, including optics, electronics, energy, and biosciences.
Anal. Methods, 2024,16, 4431-4484
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4AY00618F
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Trends in authentication of edible oils using vibrational spectroscopic techniques
The authentication of edible oils has become increasingly important for ensuring product quality, safety, and compliance with regulatory standards.
Anal. Methods, 2024,16, 4216-4233
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4AY00562G
Electrochemical sensors based on molecularly imprinted polymers for the detection of chlorophenols as emergent distributing chemicals (EDCs): a review
A representation of the electrochemical MOP-based sensors' preparation process, signal augmentation, and transduction method.
Anal. Methods, 2024,16, 4024-4040
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4AY00386A
Application of surfactants in the electrochemical sensing and biosensing of biomolecules and drug molecules
The fabrication, application, performance and prospect of electrochemical and biosensors based on surfactants for the detection of biomolecules and drug molecules.
Anal. Methods, 2024,16, 3607-3619
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4AY00313F
Unravelling the potential of magnetic nanoparticles: a comprehensive review of design and applications in analytical chemistry
A comprehensive review on analytical applications, synthesis routes, overall utility and future aspects of magnetic nanoparticles.
Anal. Methods, 2024,16, 3620-3640
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4AY00206G
CRISPR/Cas-based colorimetric biosensors: a promising tool for the diagnosis of bacterial foodborne pathogens in food products
Some physical phenomena and various chemical substances newly introduced in nanotechnology have allowed scientists to develop valuable devices in the field of food sciences.
Anal. Methods, 2024,16, 3448-3463
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4AY00578C
Recent research on material-based methods for isolation of extracellular vesicles
A schematic diagram of material-based isolation methods for EVs.
Anal. Methods, 2024,16, 3179-3191
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4AY00370E
Acrylamide in food products and the role of electrochemical biosensors in its detection: a comprehensive review
This review highlights the complexity of acrylamide formation and detection in foods, emphasizing the importance of electrochemical biosensors and the ongoing need for research progress to ensure food safety.
Anal. Methods, 2024,16, 2824-2839
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4AY00466C
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Integrated microfluidic platforms for heavy metal sensing: a comprehensive review
Heavy metals are found naturally; however, anthropogenic activities such as mining, inappropriate disposal of industrial waste, and the use of pesticides and fertilizers containing heavy metals can cause their unwanted release into the environment.
Anal. Methods, 2024,16, 2810-2823
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4AY00293H
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Paper-based sensors: affordable, versatile, and emerging analyte detection platforms
The schematic representation of distance based paper sensor to identify lead in food samples.
Anal. Methods, 2024,16, 2777-2809
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3AY02258G
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Analysing micro- and nanoplastics with cutting-edge infrared spectroscopy techniques: a critical review
In this review, we discussed and compared the applications of Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy, quantum cascade laser infrared spectroscopy, atomic force microscopy-based infrared spectroscopy, and optical photothermal infrared spectroscopy in MNP research from multiple perspectives.
Anal. Methods, 2024,16, 2177-2197
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3AY01808C
Advancements in the development of fluorescent chemosensors based on C
N bond isomerization/modulation mechanistic approaches
The CN bond isomerization/modulation as a fluorescence signalling mechanism was explored by studying the photophysical properties of conformationally restricted molecules.
Anal. Methods, 2024,16, 2198-2228
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3AY02321D
Application of CRISPR/Cas13a-based biosensors in serum marker detection
This paper focuses on the research progress of CRISPR/Cas13a-based biosensors in serum marker detection, their principles and applications, the differences between the different types of these biosensors, and their future development direction.
Anal. Methods, 2024,16, 1426-1438
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3AY01927F
Wearable sweat chloride sensors: materials, fabrication and their applications
Chloride is important for various functions including cellular respiration, nerves, muscles, digestion and metabolism. Therefore, it is used as a biomarker for cystic fibrosis, sports and fitness monitoring and geriatric care.
Anal. Methods, 2024,16, 1439-1453
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3AY01979A
Recent advances in nanopore-based analysis for carbohydrates and glycoconjugates
Different nanopore strategies and applications for saccharide analysis.
Anal. Methods, 2024,16, 1454-1467
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3AY02040A
Advances in electrochemical-optical dual-mode biosensors for detection of environmental pathogens
Electrochemical techniques are commonly used to analyze and screen various environmental pathogens.
Anal. Methods, 2024,16, 1306-1322
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3AY02217J
Isothermal amplification-based microfluidic devices for detecting foodborne pathogens: a review
Different microfluidic platforms which integrated isothermal amplification methods including LAMP, RPA, and RAA were proposed to rapidly detect foodborne pathogens.
Anal. Methods, 2024,16, 1150-1157
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3AY02039H
About this collection
This themed collection features recent review articles published in Analytical Methods.