Metal-organic frameworks for chemical sensing devices.

Area of Science:

• Materials Science
• Nanotechnology
• Analytical Chemistry

Background:

• Metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) possess large surface areas and tunable porous structures.
• MOFs offer design flexibility and functionalization potential for sensing applications.
• MOFs are recognized as advanced materials for high-sensitivity chemical and biochemical sensing.

Purpose of the Study:

• To review recent research (since 2015) on MOF films and devices for chemical sensing.
• To highlight the application of MOFs in various solid-state sensing modalities.
• To identify future directions and potential innovations in MOF-based sensor development.

Main Methods:

• Review of scientific literature focusing on MOF-based chemical sensors published since 2015.
• Analysis of studies employing MOF films in electronic, electrochemical, electromechanical, and optical sensing.
• Examination of emerging MOF applications in wearable and smartphone-based sensors.

Main Results:

• MOF films demonstrate significant potential for integration into optical and electronic analytical devices.
• Various sensing methods showcase the efficacy of MOF-based solid-state sensors.
• Preliminary studies indicate the feasibility of MOF integration in wearable and smartphone sensors for future diagnostics.

Conclusions:

• MOFs are well-suited for developing next-generation chemical and biochemical sensing devices.
• Continued research and interdisciplinary collaboration can accelerate the innovation of MOF-based analytical technologies.
• MOF-based sensors show promise for environmental monitoring and personal diagnostics applications.