Catalytic Wiring of Enzymatic Cascades Using ROS‐Flux‐Regulated Biodegradable Borophene

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Authors: Pranay Saha, Shraddha Krishnakumar, Aysenur Yardim, David Skrodzki, Adrienne Griffiths, Teresa Aditya, Dipanjan Pan
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Abstract

ABSTRACT Two‐dimensional (2D) borophene, a single‐atom‐thick allotrope of boron, exhibits exceptional conductivity, anisotropy, and chemical reactivity, yet very little is known about its electrochemical properties. Here, we delineate its enzymatic and electrochemical behavior under biologically relevant redox conditions. Spectroscopic and microscopic studies reveal concentration‐dependent degradation of borophene by hydrogen peroxide (H 2 O 2 ), yielding boronic acids, confirmed by a curcumin‐rosocyanine assay. Enzymatic cascades employing glucose oxidase and horseradish peroxidase establish borophene as both an electrocatalyst and a chemically responsive transducer, generating dual colorimetric and electrochemical outputs. Electroanalytical measurements (cyclic voltammetry, chronoamperometry, and differential pulse voltammetry) show that borophene efficiently wires peroxidase reactions by sensitizing H 2 O 2 detection through borophene–HRP interfaces. In contrast, glucose sensing displays diminished currents due to reactive oxygen species–mediated passivation. These results position borophene as a unique platform for catalytic wiring of enzyme cascades in which ROS flux dynamically regulates signal output, enabling transient, self‐reporting biosensors and motivating stabilization strategies for long‐term bioelectronic integration.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Electrochemical sensors and biosensors Advanced Nanomaterials in Catalysis Plant Micronutrient Interactions and Effects

Publication details

Journal / source
Small
Publisher
Wiley
Volume
22
Issue
22
Pages
e12858–e12858
Publication date
17 February 2026
Language
EN