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This study presents a simple, label-free biosensor using molybdenum oxide (MoO3) that mimics neural synapses. It detects dopamine with high selectivity, overcoming challenges in biosensor functionalization for neural interfaces.

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  • Materials Science
  • Neuroscience
  • Electrical Engineering

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  • Field-effect transistor (FET) biosensors are crucial for biohybrid neural interfaces due to their sensitivity.
  • Surface functionalization complexity hinders industrial adoption of FET biosensors.
  • Developing simple, label-free biosensors is essential for advancing neural interface technology.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To demonstrate a simple, label-free biosensor based on molybdenum oxide (MoO3) for detecting dopamine.
  • To investigate dopamine-regulated plasticity in MoO3-based FETs for synaptic emulation.
  • To optimize MoO3 channel properties for enhanced sensing performance and selectivity.

Main Methods:

  • Fabrication of a MoO3-based FET biosensor.
  • Utilizing dopamine oxidation at the channel surface to induce charge transfer.
  • Modulating channel conductance by controlling oxygen levels and device dimensions.
  • Testing sensor selectivity against common ions (K+, Na+, Ca2+).

Main Results:

  • The MoO3 FET biosensor successfully emulates tunable synaptic weight through dopamine activity.
  • Device performance shifts from metallic to semiconducting behavior based on oxygen levels.
  • Optimized channel dimensions enable detection across a wide dopamine concentration range (100 nM to sub-mM).
  • The biosensor exhibits excellent selectivity for dopamine over other tested ions.

Conclusions:

  • A novel, simple, label-free MoO3 FET biosensor is developed for neurotransmitter detection.
  • The device effectively mimics synaptic plasticity, offering a new platform for neural interfaces.
  • Optimized MoO3 properties allow for sensitive and selective dopamine sensing, addressing key technological challenges.