XI International Congress on Analytical Nanoscience and Nanotechnology (XI NyNA 2024)
From September 3rd to 6th, 2024, the XI International Congress on Analytical Nanoscience and Nanotechnology (XI NyNA 2024) took place in Santiago de Compostela, Spain, gathering leading experts, researchers, and professionals from around the world. This prestigious annual event serves as a global platform for discussing the latest innovations and research in nanoscience and nanotechnology. With a focus on cutting-edge technologies that address real-world challenges, the congress covered key topics, including:
- Nano(bio)sensors
- Nanomaterials for sample preparation
- Analytical Nanometrology
- Detection, characterization, and quantification of nanomaterials
- Applied analytical strategies involving nanomaterials
- Miniaturized nanosystems and other nanotechnological applications
Plenary Lecture by Prof. Fabiana Arduini
At this year’s event, which saw an impressive turnout of approximately 180 attendees, Prof. Fabiana Arduini delivered a compelling plenary lecture on “Paper-based (Bio)Sensors Nanomodified for Sustainable and Smart Analyses”. Representing the Phoenix-OoC project, her lecture provided valuable insights into the cutting-edge advancements in paper-based biosensor technology and its application in analytical nanoscience, with a strong emphasis on sustainability and smart analytical systems.
Prof. Arduini highlighted the unique advantages of using paper in biosensor development, emphasizing its sustainable features, such as avoiding polyester usage, reducing waste, and its ability to be incinerated after use. She also demonstrated the advanced capabilities of paper-based electrochemical (bio)sensors, including:
- Integration with vertical microfluidics
- Functioning as a reservoir for reagent storage
- Preconcentration of target analytes
- In-situ synthesis of nanomaterials within the paper network
These innovative features allow paper-based biosensors to overcome limitations of conventional printed electrochemical sensors, making them highly efficient for analyzing liquid samples, aerosols, and solid samples without additional sampling systems.
Advancements in OoC Technology
The OoC (Organ-on-a-Chip) system, showcased during the lecture, builds upon these pioneering advancements. Designed to be simple, highly scalable, and versatile, the Phoenix-OoC platform supports the analysis of a wide range of analytes while leveraging the sustainable and functional properties of paper. This innovative approach is set to revolutionize the field of biosensing and analytical nanoscience, paving the way for next-generation smart analytical tools.
Continuing Leadership in Nanotechnology and Biosensing
Prof. Arduini’s participation at XI NyNA 2024 not only demonstrated the groundbreaking research conducted within the Phoenix-OoC project but also highlighted its role as a leader in sustainable and innovative biosensing technologies. The congress provided an excellent platform for networking, knowledge exchange, and future collaborations, furthering the impact of the Phoenix-OoC system in the field of analytical nanoscience.
For more details about the event, visit XI NyNA 2024.
