One of the main goals of molecular electronics is to achieve electronic functions from devices
consisting of tailored organic molecules connecting two metal electrodes. The fabrication …

A strategy for creating a general-purposes surface functionalization platform is reported,
based on direct attachment of phosphate groups onto hydroxylated surfaces and subsequent …

Supramolecular recognition of dopamine by two quinoxaline cavitands was studied in
solution by fluorescence titrations, ESI-MS and ROESY measurements. In addition, the …

Real-time sensing of chemical warfare agents by optical sensors is today a crucial target to
prevent terroristic attacks by chemical weapons. Here the synthesis, characterization and …

Detection and identification of plant pathogenic fungi have relevant implications for both food
safety and human health, and require fast and easy-to handle diagnostic techniques. In this …

Real-time sensing of chemical warfare agents (CWAs) is, today, a crucial topic to prevent
lethal effects of a chemical terroristic attack. For this reason, the development of efficient, …

Fluorescent carbon quantum dots (CDs) are synthesized and employed as fluorescent
nanochemosensors for selective detection of amino acids. A detailed investigation of excitation–…

A fundamental goal in the field of implantology is the design of innovative devices suitable
for promoting implant‐to‐tissue integration. This result can be achieved by means of surface …

Detection of nerve agents (NAs) gas in the environment through portable devices to protect
people in case of emergencies still remains a challenge for scientists involved in this …

Sensing is one of the most important fields in which chemists, engineers and other scientists
are involved to realize sensoristic devices that can detect different analytes, both chemicals …