Metal-Organic Framework:
Researchers have developed a bunch of electrochemical and optical biosensors based on nano polymers multifunctional Metal-organic framework (MOF) and 2-dimensional (2D) materials.
- Metal-organic framework are uniform structured porous materials suitable for solid-phase extraction.
- These are the multifunctional coordination polymers.
- These are a class of nanomaterials defined by their typical and unique property of being hardly one- or two-atom thick.
- The MOFs and 2D materials possess several unique features that should project them as better alternatives as sensors, than other nanomaterials.
- Both MOFs and 2D class of materials are known for their large surface area, functionality, and optoelectronic properties.
- They also have a wide range of synthesis methods and can be developed into disposable electrodes, optical kits, fiber optic sensors, colorimetric strips, etc.
- To develop electrochemical and optical sensors for different analytes, such as bacteria, Aflatoxins, and heavy metals.
- It can be used for rapid and convenient detection of several health, food quality, and environmental parameters.
- These are also useful for analyzing food toxins such as Aflatoxins and Zearaloene in water, milk and staple food samples.
