Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Concept Videos

Gas Chromatography: Types of Detectors-II01:19

Gas Chromatography: Types of Detectors-II

1.3K
In gas chromatography, different detectors are employed to meet specific analytical needs. These detectors are often categorized based on their detection mechanisms and the types of compounds they are best suited to analyze. Thermal Conductivity Detectors (TCD), Flame Ionization Detectors (FID), and Electron Capture Detectors (ECD) represent common categories, each with unique operating principles and applications. However, beyond these, several other detectors are designed for more specialized...
1.3K
Photoluminescence: Applications01:14

Photoluminescence: Applications

1.2K
Photoluminescence offers a wide range of applications due to its inherent sensitivity and selectivity. This technique allows for both direct and indirect analyses of the analyte. Direct quantitative analysis is possible when the analyte exhibits a favorable quantum yield for fluorescence or phosphorescence. However, an indirect analysis may be feasible if the analyte is not fluorescent or phosphorescent, or if the quantum yield is unfavorable. Indirect methods include reacting the analyte with...
1.2K
Potentiometry: Membrane Electrodes01:15

Potentiometry: Membrane Electrodes

2.0K
Membrane electrodes, also known as p-ion electrodes, use membranes that selectively interact with free analyte ions, generating a potential difference across the membrane. The resulting membrane potential, known as the asymmetry potential, is not zero even when analyte concentrations on both sides of the membrane are equal. The membrane's response is typically not selective to a single analyte but proportional to the concentration of all ions in the sample solution capable of interacting at...
2.0K
High-Performance Liquid Chromatography: Types of Detectors01:15

High-Performance Liquid Chromatography: Types of Detectors

1.9K
The role of the detectors in High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) is to analyze the solutes as they exit from the chromatographic column. The detector recognizes the solute's property and generates corresponding electrical signals, which are converted into a readable graph of the detector's response versus elution time called a chromatogram at the computer. There are several types of HPLC detectors, each with its own advantages and limitations, depending on the analyte...
1.9K

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

Salivary volatilome profiling in pediatric eosinophilic esophagitis: a pilot study on a non-invasive approach in clinical practice.

Life medicine·2026
Same author

Volatolomic analysis of extracellular vesicles extracted from cultured cells.

Talanta·2026
Same author

Electropolymerization of Phthalocyanine and Corrole Materials for Mass-Based Chemical Sensing and e-Nose Applications.

ACS sensors·2026
Same author

Electronic nose-based volatile organic compound profiling in gynecologic oncology: current evidence and diagnostic accuracy.

International journal of gynecological cancer : official journal of the International Gynecological Cancer Society·2026
Same author

Supramolecular Chirogenesis in Porphyrin-Based Systems: Chirality Transfer from Anionic Chiral Surfactants to Cationic, Achiral Porphyrins.

International journal of molecular sciences·2025
Same author

The Formylation of <i>N</i>,<i>N</i>‑Dimethylcorroles.

ACS omega·2025

Related Experiment Video

Updated: Mar 7, 2026

Author Spotlight: Porphyrin-Modified Beads for Use as Compensation Controls in Flow Cytometry
10:06

Author Spotlight: Porphyrin-Modified Beads for Use as Compensation Controls in Flow Cytometry

Published on: March 24, 2023

3.1K

Porphyrinoids for Chemical Sensor Applications.

Roberto Paolesse1, Sara Nardis1, Donato Monti1

  • 1Department of Chemical Science and Technologies, University of Rome Tor Vergata , via della Ricerca Scientifica 1, 00133 Rome, Italy.

Chemical Reviews
|February 23, 2017
PubMed
Summary

Porphyrin derivatives are versatile materials for chemical sensors, mimicking biological functions for detecting gases and liquids. Their tunable properties enable the development of advanced sensor arrays for complex analyses.

More Related Videos

Synthetic Methodology for Asymmetric Ferrocene Derived Bio-conjugate Systems via Solid Phase Resin-based Methodology
07:07

Synthetic Methodology for Asymmetric Ferrocene Derived Bio-conjugate Systems via Solid Phase Resin-based Methodology

Published on: March 12, 2015

10.1K
Synthesis and Characterization of Multi-Modal Phase-Change Porphyrin Droplets
07:59

Synthesis and Characterization of Multi-Modal Phase-Change Porphyrin Droplets

Published on: October 15, 2021

4.1K

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: Mar 7, 2026

Author Spotlight: Porphyrin-Modified Beads for Use as Compensation Controls in Flow Cytometry
10:06

Author Spotlight: Porphyrin-Modified Beads for Use as Compensation Controls in Flow Cytometry

Published on: March 24, 2023

3.1K
Synthetic Methodology for Asymmetric Ferrocene Derived Bio-conjugate Systems via Solid Phase Resin-based Methodology
07:07

Synthetic Methodology for Asymmetric Ferrocene Derived Bio-conjugate Systems via Solid Phase Resin-based Methodology

Published on: March 12, 2015

10.1K
Synthesis and Characterization of Multi-Modal Phase-Change Porphyrin Droplets
07:59

Synthesis and Characterization of Multi-Modal Phase-Change Porphyrin Droplets

Published on: October 15, 2021

4.1K

Area of Science:

  • Materials Science
  • Analytical Chemistry
  • Chemical Sensing

Background:

  • Porphyrins and related macrocycles exhibit biological functions like reversible binding and catalytic activation.
  • These properties make them excellent sensing materials for chemical sensors.
  • Their adaptability allows integration with various transducers, including optical and nanogravimetric devices.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the principles and applications of porphyrin-based chemical sensors.
  • To highlight the use of porphyrin derivatives in detecting gaseous and liquid samples.
  • To showcase the potential of porphyrin analogues like corroles.

Main Methods:

  • Review of existing literature on porphyrin-based chemical sensors.
  • Categorization of devices based on sample type (gaseous/liquid) and transduction mechanism.
  • Discussion of synthetic modifications for tuning macrocycle properties.

Main Results:

  • Porphyrin derivatives can be utilized in diverse chemical sensors, including multifunctional devices and sensor arrays.
  • Synthetic tunability allows for the creation of specific porphyrinoid sensing layers for targeted applications.
  • Porphyrin-based sensors demonstrate effectiveness in detecting both gaseous and liquid analytes.

Conclusions:

  • Porphyrin derivatives offer a powerful platform for developing advanced chemical sensors.
  • The ability to fine-tune their structure enables the design of selective sensing layers for complex matrices.
  • Porphyrin-based sensors, including those using corroles, hold significant promise for future analytical applications.