Molecularly Imprinted Polymers for Chemical Sensing: A Tutorial Review

The field of molecularly imprinted polymer (MIP)-based chemosensors has been experiencing constant growth for several decades. Since the beginning, their continuous development has been driven by the need for simple devices with optimum selectivity for the detection of various compounds in fields such as medical diagnosis, environmental and industrial monitoring, food and toxicological analysis, and, more recently, the detection of traces of explosives or their precursors. This review presents an overview of the main research efforts made so far for the development of MIP-based chemosensors, critically discusses the pros and cons, and gives perspectives for further developments in this field.

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The development of MIP-based chemosensors is driven by the need for simplicity and high selectivity in detecting various compounds in fields such as medical diagnosis, environmental monitoring, and explosive detection. Research efforts have been made to further develop this field, with a focus on discussing the pros and cons of MIP-based chemosensors.