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A machine learning-assisted fluorescent sensor array utilizing silver nanoclusters for coffee discrimination.
Yidan Mo1, Jinming Xu1, Huangmei Zhou1
1State Key Laboratory of Precision Spectroscopy, East China Normal University, No.500, Dongchuan Rd., Shanghai 200241, China.
Summary
A new fluorescent sensor array using silver nanoclusters detects organic acids and identifies coffee origins and types with 100% accuracy. This technology aids in coffee quality control and detecting counterfeit products.
Area of Science:
- Analytical Chemistry
- Materials Science
- Food Science
Background:
- Coffee is a major global commodity with significant commercial value.
- Accurate detection and identification methods are crucial for coffee quality control and authenticity verification.
- Existing methods may lack the specificity or efficiency for complex coffee sample analysis.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop a novel fluorescent sensor array for detecting organic acids and identifying coffee samples.
- To assess the sensor array's capability in distinguishing coffees based on processing, roast degree, geographical origin, and mixtures.
- To explore the potential of this sensor array in quality control and counterfeit coffee detection.
Main Methods:
- Construction of a fluorescent sensor array using two types of polymer-templated silver nanoclusters (AgNCs).
- Utilizing unique fluorescence response patterns generated by AgNC interactions with organic acids.
- Application of principal component analysis (PCA) and random forest (RF) algorithms for data analysis and classification.
Main Results:
- The sensor array demonstrated good qualitative and quantitative capabilities for organic acids.
- Achieved 100% recognition accuracy in distinguishing coffees by processing methods and roast degrees.
- Successfully identified 40 coffee samples from 12 geographical origins and classified mixtures and other beverages.
Conclusions:
- A novel, highly accurate fluorescent sensor array for coffee analysis has been developed.
- The sensor array shows significant potential for practical applications in coffee quality control and authentication.
- This method offers a promising approach for identifying fake blended coffees and verifying product origin.
