Recent Advances in the Fabrication and Application of Electrochemical Paper-Based Analytical Devices

In response to growing environmental concerns, the scientific community is increasingly incorporating green chemistry principles into modern analytical techniques. Electrochemical paper-based analytical devices (ePADs) have emerged as a sustainable and efficient alternative to conventional analytica...

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Main Authors: Zarfashan Shahid, Kornautchaya Veenuttranon, Xianbo Lu, Jiping Chen
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Published: MDPI AG 2024-11-01
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description In response to growing environmental concerns, the scientific community is increasingly incorporating green chemistry principles into modern analytical techniques. Electrochemical paper-based analytical devices (ePADs) have emerged as a sustainable and efficient alternative to conventional analytical devices, offering robust applications in point-of-care testing, personalized healthcare, environmental monitoring, and food safety. ePADs align with green chemistry by minimizing reagent use, reducing energy consumption, and being disposable, making them ideal for eco-friendly and cost-effective analyses. Their user-friendly interface, alongside sensitive and selective detection capabilities, has driven their popularity in recent years. This review traces the evolution of ePADs from simple designs to complex multilayered structures that optimize analyte flow and improve detection. It also delves into innovative electrode fabrication methods, assessing key advantages, limitations, and modification strategies for enhanced sensitivity. Application-focused sections explore recent advancements in using ePADs for detecting diseases, monitoring environmental hazards like heavy metals and bacterial contamination, and screening contaminants in food. The integration of cutting-edge technologies, such as wearable wireless devices and the Internet of Things (IoT), further positions ePADs at the forefront of point-of-care testing (POCT). Finally, the review identifies key research gaps and proposes future directions for the field.
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spelling doaj-art-cf7ef121de054a40906c41ae678c5ce92025-08-20T02:28:03ZengMDPI AGBiosensors2079-63742024-11-01141156110.3390/bios14110561Recent Advances in the Fabrication and Application of Electrochemical Paper-Based Analytical DevicesZarfashan Shahid0Kornautchaya Veenuttranon1Xianbo Lu2Jiping Chen3CAS Key Laboratory of Separation Science for Analytical Chemistry, Dalian Institute of Chemical Physics, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Dalian 116023, ChinaCAS Key Laboratory of Separation Science for Analytical Chemistry, Dalian Institute of Chemical Physics, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Dalian 116023, ChinaCAS Key Laboratory of Separation Science for Analytical Chemistry, Dalian Institute of Chemical Physics, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Dalian 116023, ChinaCAS Key Laboratory of Separation Science for Analytical Chemistry, Dalian Institute of Chemical Physics, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Dalian 116023, ChinaIn response to growing environmental concerns, the scientific community is increasingly incorporating green chemistry principles into modern analytical techniques. Electrochemical paper-based analytical devices (ePADs) have emerged as a sustainable and efficient alternative to conventional analytical devices, offering robust applications in point-of-care testing, personalized healthcare, environmental monitoring, and food safety. ePADs align with green chemistry by minimizing reagent use, reducing energy consumption, and being disposable, making them ideal for eco-friendly and cost-effective analyses. Their user-friendly interface, alongside sensitive and selective detection capabilities, has driven their popularity in recent years. This review traces the evolution of ePADs from simple designs to complex multilayered structures that optimize analyte flow and improve detection. It also delves into innovative electrode fabrication methods, assessing key advantages, limitations, and modification strategies for enhanced sensitivity. Application-focused sections explore recent advancements in using ePADs for detecting diseases, monitoring environmental hazards like heavy metals and bacterial contamination, and screening contaminants in food. The integration of cutting-edge technologies, such as wearable wireless devices and the Internet of Things (IoT), further positions ePADs at the forefront of point-of-care testing (POCT). Finally, the review identifies key research gaps and proposes future directions for the field.https://www.mdpi.com/2079-6374/14/11/561electrochemical paper-based analytical devices (ePADs)microfluidic paper-based analytical devices (μPAD)biosensorsclinical diagnosisfood analysisenvironmental monitoring
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Recent Advances in the Fabrication and Application of Electrochemical Paper-Based Analytical Devices
Biosensors
electrochemical paper-based analytical devices (ePADs)
microfluidic paper-based analytical devices (μPAD)
biosensors
clinical diagnosis
food analysis
environmental monitoring
title Recent Advances in the Fabrication and Application of Electrochemical Paper-Based Analytical Devices
title_full Recent Advances in the Fabrication and Application of Electrochemical Paper-Based Analytical Devices
title_fullStr Recent Advances in the Fabrication and Application of Electrochemical Paper-Based Analytical Devices
title_full_unstemmed Recent Advances in the Fabrication and Application of Electrochemical Paper-Based Analytical Devices
title_short Recent Advances in the Fabrication and Application of Electrochemical Paper-Based Analytical Devices
title_sort recent advances in the fabrication and application of electrochemical paper based analytical devices
topic electrochemical paper-based analytical devices (ePADs)
microfluidic paper-based analytical devices (μPAD)
biosensors
clinical diagnosis
food analysis
environmental monitoring
url https://www.mdpi.com/2079-6374/14/11/561
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