Advancements in the Electrochemical Detection of Biomolecules: From Sensing to Environmental Applications
A special issue of International Journal of Molecular Sciences (ISSN 1422-0067). This special issue belongs to the section "Molecular Biophysics".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 August 2025 | Viewed by 47
Special Issue Editor
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
The field of electrochemical biomolecular detection has undergone significant advancements in recent years, driven by the demand for highly sensitive, rapid, and cost-effective analytical techniques. Electrochemical biosensors have emerged as powerful tools for detecting a diverse range of biomolecules, offering distinct advantages such as miniaturization, portability, and real-time monitoring. While these technologies have been extensively applied in biomedical diagnostics, their potential for environmental monitoring remains underexplored. This proposal examines the transition of electrochemical biosensors from biomedical applications to environmental surveillance, capitalizing on their rapid response, low-cost instrumentation, and high sensitivity. It aims to contribute to the development of advanced electrochemical sensors for the detection of environmental pollutants, including heavy metals, pathogens, and organic contaminants in water, air, and soil. Key strategic approaches include the following:
- Integration of Nanomaterials: Enhancing sensor performance through the incorporation of nanostructured materials such as graphene, carbon nanotubes, and metal nanoparticles to improve sensitivity and selectivity.
- Biorecognition Elements: Employing enzymes, antibodies, and nucleic acid-based probes to achieve highly specific molecular recognition.
- Real-Time and On-Site Monitoring: Developing portable, user-friendly electrochemical platforms for continuous environmental assessment and rapid detection of hazardous substances.
- Sustainability and Scalability: Addressing challenges related to sensor stability, reproducibility, and cost-effectiveness to facilitate large-scale implementation and long-term deployment.
By advancing electrochemical biosensors for environmental applications, this Special Issue aims to contribute to pollution control, public health protection, and sustainable environmental management. We invite original research articles, comprehensive reviews, and perspectives that explore various aspects of electrochemical sensing and its interdisciplinary implications.
Dr. Habibulla Imran
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- biomolecules
- nanomaterials
- biorecognition
- biomolecular detection
- electrochemical
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