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Graphene Quantum Dots-Based Nanocomposites Applied in Electrochemical Sensors: A Recent Survey

Graphene Quantum Dots-Based Nanocomposites Applied in Electrochemical Sensors: A Recent Survey

Authors :
Luiza A. Mercante
Jessica B. S. Lima
Rodrigo Schneider
Murilo H.M. Facure
Daniel S. Correa
Source :
Electrochem, Vol 2, Iss 32, Pp 490-519 (2021)
Publication Year :
2021
Publisher :
MDPI AG, 2021.

Abstract

Graphene quantum dots (GQDs) have been widely investigated in recent years due to their outstanding physicochemical properties. Their remarkable characteristics allied to their capability of being easily synthesized and combined with other materials have allowed their use as electrochemical sensing platforms. In this work, we survey recent applications of GQDs-based nanocomposites in electrochemical sensors and biosensors. Firstly, the main characteristics and synthesis methods of GQDs are addressed. Next, the strategies generally used to obtain the GQDs nanocomposites are discussed. Emphasis is given on the applications of GQDs combined with distinct 0D, 1D, 2D nanomaterials, metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), molecularly imprinted polymers (MIPs), ionic liquids, as well as other types of materials, in varied electrochemical sensors and biosensors for detecting analytes of environmental, medical, and agricultural interest. We also discuss the current trends and challenges towards real applications of GQDs in electrochemical sensors.

Details

ISSN :
26733293
Volume :
2
Database :
OpenAIRE
Journal :
Electrochem
Accession number :
edsair.doi.dedup.....0387d0f07f0839c94e14c22cc2a0beb9
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.3390/electrochem2030032