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Single-molecule quantum tunnelling sensors.

Long Yi^1,2, Yuxin Yang¹, Biao-Feng Zeng¹

¹State Key Laboratory of Extreme Photonics and Instrumentation, Interdisciplinary Centre for Quantum Information, College of Optical Science and Engineering, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou 310027, China. lhtang@zju.edu.cn.

Chemical Society Reviews

|November 18, 2025

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Quantum tunnelling sensors offer unparalleled sensitivity for observing single molecules. These advanced tools enable detailed studies of molecular dynamics and function, paving the way for new molecular devices.

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Area of Science:

Chemistry
Physics
Materials Science
Nanotechnology

Background:

Single-molecule sensors are crucial for understanding chemical and biological processes.
Quantum tunnelling sensors provide exceptional sensitivity to molecular changes.
They offer high spatial and temporal resolution for observing dynamic molecular events.

Purpose of the Study:

To review the principles and experimental architectures of quantum tunnelling sensors.
To examine their applications in molecular characterization and function.
To discuss advancements in data analysis and future potential.

Main Methods:

Electron tunnelling through molecular junctions.
Mechanically controllable break junctions.
Scanning tunnelling microscopy (STM).

Main Results:

Quantum tunnelling sensors enable sub-ångström precision and sub-millisecond temporal resolution.
Applications include studying molecular conformation, binding, reactivity, and biomolecular function.
Machine learning enhances data interpretation and analysis throughput.

Conclusions:

Quantum tunnelling sensors have transformative potential for molecular science.
They advance understanding of molecular mechanisms.
They guide the design of novel molecular devices and diagnostics.