Advanced sensing strategies for detecting zinc levels and zinc-related biomarkers in cancer pathogenesis

IF 5.4 Q1 CHEMISTRY, ANALYTICAL Sensing and Bio-Sensing Research Pub Date : 2025-02-01 DOI:10.1016/j.sbsr.2025.100754

Daniela Vieira , Graziele Cruzado , Edward Harvey , Geraldine Merle

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Zinc and zinc-containing proteins are highlighted for their significant contributions to various physiological functions, with abnormal levels of these elements being associated with a wide range of diseases, including cancer, despite zinc itself not being considered a biomarker. Combining the detection of zinc and zinc-related biomarkers is an avenue to reliable and cost-effective monitoring. In this context, electrochemical sensing methods offer considerable advantages due to their rapid, simple, and cost-effective detection compared to standard methods. Recent advancements in electrochemical sensors have enhanced sensitivity for detecting low concentrations of zinc-related biomarkers present in early-stage cancer. Furthermore, incorporating carbon, gold, and bismuth nanostructures into sensor recognition elements enhances the capability for rapid, precise, and specific quantification of these biomarkers. This review discusses key zinc-related biomarkers, zinc levels and their roles in cancer development and progression, along with a comprehensive analysis of recent strategies to enhance the sensitivity and specificity of electrochemical sensors for zinc and zinc-related biomarkers.

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Sensing and Bio-Sensing Research Engineering-Electrical and Electronic Engineering

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期刊介绍： Sensing and Bio-Sensing Research is an open access journal dedicated to the research, design, development, and application of bio-sensing and sensing technologies. The editors will accept research papers, reviews, field trials, and validation studies that are of significant relevance. These submissions should describe new concepts, enhance understanding of the field, or offer insights into the practical application, manufacturing, and commercialization of bio-sensing and sensing technologies. The journal covers a wide range of topics, including sensing principles and mechanisms, new materials development for transducers and recognition components, fabrication technology, and various types of sensors such as optical, electrochemical, mass-sensitive, gas, biosensors, and more. It also includes environmental, process control, and biomedical applications, signal processing, chemometrics, optoelectronic, mechanical, thermal, and magnetic sensors, as well as interface electronics. Additionally, it covers sensor systems and applications, µTAS (Micro Total Analysis Systems), development of solid-state devices for transducing physical signals, and analytical devices incorporating biological materials.