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Progress in the biosensing techniques for trace-level heavy metals.

Jyotsana Mehta1, Sanjeev K Bhardwaj1, Neha Bhardwaj1

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This review highlights biosensors for heavy metal detection, focusing on biomolecule use. It covers sensor performance, challenges, and opportunities for practical heavy metal analysis.

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  • Analytical Chemistry
  • Biotechnology

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  • Numerous sensor systems exist for on-site heavy metal detection, utilizing optical, electrochemical, and piezoelectric techniques.
  • Biosensors offer a promising approach for heavy metal detection due to specific interactions between heavy metals and biomolecules.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review recent advancements in biosensor development for heavy metal detection.
  • To examine the critical role of biomolecules in constructing effective heavy metal biosensors.
  • To analyze the performance, challenges, and future prospects of these biosensors.

Main Methods:

  • Comprehensive literature review focusing on biosensors for heavy metal detection.
  • Analysis of biosensor designs based on interactions with biomolecules such as proteins, enzymes, and nucleic acids.
  • Evaluation of reported performance metrics and practical application challenges.

Main Results:

  • Significant progress has been made in developing diverse biosensor platforms for heavy metal detection.
  • Biomolecule-based biosensors demonstrate high sensitivity and selectivity for various heavy metals.
  • Key challenges include sensor stability, cost-effectiveness, and real-world sample matrix interference.

Conclusions:

  • Biosensors utilizing biomolecules are effective tools for heavy metal detection.
  • Further research is needed to overcome current limitations for widespread practical application.
  • Opportunities exist for developing robust, portable, and cost-efficient heavy metal biosensing systems.