Recent Advances in Protein Nanopore‐Based Analysis for Molecules Related to Cellular Metabolism

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Authors: Jiexin Zheng, Mingrui Xie, Shaojiao Song, Yixing Xiao, Xin Zheng, Mingrui 明睿 ZHU 朱, Yu Cao, Ting Li
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References: 79

Abstract

Metabolites function as real‐time indicators of physiological state, yet their rapid and precise quantification remains challenging due to chemical diversity and dynamic fluctuations. Nanopore sensing addresses these challenges by providing label‐free, single‐molecule electrical detection with high sensitivity and temporal resolution. This review systematically examines sensing strategies—from carbohydrates to neurotransmitter metabolites—for key metabolite classes. We evaluate analytical performance (sensitivity, limits of detection, temporal resolution) and compatibility with complex biofluids, chart the field's progression from single‐analyte detection toward multiplexed metabolomics, and discuss sensor stability and engineering steps required to translate proof‐of‐concept platforms into reproducible assays for clinical diagnostics and metabolic monitoring.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Nanopore and Nanochannel Transport Studies Ion-surface interactions and analysis Electrostatics and Colloid Interactions

Publication details

Journal / source
Electroanalysis
Publisher
Wiley
Volume
38
Issue
4
Publication date
1 April 2026
Language
EN