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Area of Science:

  • Biomaterials Science
  • Analytical Chemistry
  • Chemical Biology

Background:

  • Cellulose is a promising, economical substrate for disposable point-of-care (POC) analytical devices.
  • Activating cellulosic materials is key to expanding their use, but their biocompatibility and recalcitrance pose challenges.
  • Existing methods for cellulose modification are often harsh or limited in scope.

Discussion:

  • A versatile chemo-enzymatic strategy was developed to functionalize cellulose for copper-catalyzed azide-alkyne cycloaddition (CuAAC) click chemistry.
  • This approach enables the creation of novel fluorogenic esterase sensors by tethering released fluorophores to the cellulose surface.
  • The gentle, aqueous conditions are compatible with various cellulosic forms, including papers, gauzes, and hydrogels.

Key Insights:

  • The developed method overcomes cellulose recalcitrance, allowing for efficient surface functionalization.
  • Tethering the fluorophore prevents diffusion-related signal loss, enhancing sensor sensitivity and reliability.
  • The resulting sensors offer straightforward, sensitive detection using basic visualization tools.

Outlook:

  • This work paves the way for advanced, low-cost diagnostic tools in resource-limited environments.
  • Further applications in developing novel biosensors and functional cellulosic materials are anticipated.
  • The chemo-enzymatic approach offers a scalable and adaptable platform for cellulose modification.