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Biomolecule Detection Methods Based on Nanoparticle Approaches.

Tiexin Li¹, Zane Datson², Nadim Darwish²

¹Centre for Crop and Disease Management, Curtin University, Bentley, WA 6102, Australia.

|April 13, 2026

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Nanoparticles enhance biomolecule detection for plant and agricultural applications. This review covers advances in DNA, RNA, and protein analysis using techniques like surface plasmon resonance and mass spectrometry for sensitive, label-free diagnostics.

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Area of Science:

Biotechnology
Agricultural Science
Analytical Chemistry

Background:

Chemical-free biomolecule detection (DNA, RNA, proteins) is crucial.
Nanoparticles offer high sensitivity, specificity, and cost-effectiveness in diagnostics.
Existing methods have limitations in detection limits and real-time monitoring.

Purpose of the Study:

To review nanoparticle-enabled biomolecular diagnostic advancements.
Focus on applications in plant and agricultural sectors.
Summarize progress in DNA, RNA, and protein detection.

Main Methods:

Surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy (SERS)
Surface plasmon resonance (SPR)
Mass spectrometry
Chromatographic techniques
Fluorescence methods
Electrochemical techniques

Main Results:

Nanoparticles significantly improve sensitivity and specificity in biomolecule detection.
Advancements enable label-free sensing and real-time monitoring of interactions.
Techniques have evolved from broad detection to precise quantification.

Conclusions:

Nanoparticle-based diagnostics are vital for plant and agricultural applications.
Continued development promises enhanced sensitivity and efficiency in biomolecular analysis.
These methods support precise and rapid agricultural disease and trait detection.