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Area of Science:

  • Electrochemistry
  • Biosensors
  • Nanomaterials

Background:

  • Ascorbic acid (H2A) detection is crucial in various fields.
  • Developing sensitive and selective electrochemical sensors is an ongoing challenge.
  • Nanomaterials and enzymes offer promising avenues for enhanced biosensor performance.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop a novel surface-modified electrode for sensitive ascorbic acid detection.
  • To investigate the role of polyvinyl acetate (PVA), laccase, gold nanoparticles (Au-NPs), and platinum (Pt) in the sensing mechanism.
  • To evaluate the performance characteristics of the fabricated electrode.

Main Methods:

  • Fabrication of a hierarchical PVA/laccase-Au-NPs/Pt composite electrode.
  • Utilizing PVA as a surfactant and structural support.
  • Immobilizing laccase and Au-NPs onto a Pt substrate.
  • Electrochemical characterization and performance evaluation for ascorbic acid sensing.

Main Results:

  • The PVA/laccase-Au-NPs/Pt electrode demonstrated effective sensing of ascorbic acid.
  • Sensitivity increased with Au-NPs concentration up to an optimal level, beyond which aggregation hindered performance.
  • The electrode exhibited a response time of approximately 40 s and a sensitivity of 1.8 μA cm⁻² ppm.
  • The sensor showed good selectivity and stability over 76 days.

Conclusions:

  • The developed PVA/laccase-Au-NPs/Pt electrode is a promising platform for ascorbic acid detection.
  • The hierarchical structure facilitates efficient electron transfer and signal transduction.
  • The electrode's stability and selectivity make it suitable for practical applications.