Functional Polymers Structures for (Bio)Sensing Application-A Review.

Area of Science:

• Materials Science
• Biotechnology
• Analytical Chemistry

Background:

• Biosensors and lab-on-a-chip (LOC) devices require advanced materials for fabrication and functionality.
• Polymeric materials offer unique properties suitable for developing next-generation analytical tools.

Purpose of the Study:

• To review polymeric materials for biosensor and LOC device development.
• To highlight the role of specific polymers in enhancing sensor performance and enabling portable diagnostics.

Main Methods:

• Review of conductive polymers (conjugated microporous polymers, polymer gels), composites, and molecularly imprinted polymers.
• Analysis of their influence on the design and fabrication of bio(sensors) and LOC devices.

Main Results:

• Polymeric materials are promising for LOC device manufacturing and as immobilization surfaces for biomolecules.
• The use of these polymers can significantly improve the sensitivity and selectivity of analytical tools.
• Key polymer types discussed include conductive polymers, composites, and molecularly imprinted polymers.

Conclusions:

• Polymeric materials are essential for creating advanced, portable diagnostic tools like LOC devices.
• These materials provide a biocompatible, cost-effective, and flexible platform for biosensor development.
• The integration of specific compounds onto these polymer surfaces enhances analytical capabilities, particularly for medical diagnostics.