Synthesis, characterization, and immobilization of Prussian blue-modified Au nanoparticles: application to electrocatalytic reduction of H2O2

Au nanoparticles modified with electroactive Prussian blue (PB) were for the first time synthesized by a simple chemical method. Transmission electronic microscopy showed that the average size of the Prussian blue shell/Au core hybrid composite (PB@Au) was about 50 nm, and Fourier transform IR, UV-vis spectra, and cyclic voltammetry confirmed the existence of PB on the surface of Au nanoparticles. Using the LbL technique, multilayer thin films of PB@Au nanoparticles were prepared by the alternate adsorption of oppositely charged linear polyelectrolyte poly(allylamine hydrochloride) (PAH) onto ITO glass for the construction of a hydrogen peroxide sensor. The novel multilayer films were characterized by SEM, cyclic voltammetry, and UV-visible absorption spectroscopy. The {PAH/PB@Au}n multilayer-modified electrode showed a well-defined pair of redox peaks and dramatic catalytic activity toward the reduction of hydrogen peroxide.     

Synthesis, characterization and immobilization of Prussian blue nanoparticles. A potential tool for biosensing devices

Prussian blue (PB) particles with the size of ca. 5 nm were synthesized and immobilized in a multilayer structure, as a strategy for the potential development of an amperometric transducer for oxidase-enzyme-based biosensors. Multilayer films composed of PB and poly(allylamine hydrochloride) (PAH) were prepared via layer-by-layer (LbL) sequential deposition. The process was carefully monitored by UV-vis spectroscopy and cyclic voltammetry. The increase of the redox current peaks during the layer-by-layer deposition demonstrated that charge propagation within the film occurs. Linear increase of UV-vis absorbance with the number of deposited bilayers indicates that well-organized systems have been elaborated. ITO electrodes coated with PB/PAH films were used successfully for detecting H2O2, sensitivity being dependent on the number of PB/PAH layers.     

Enhanced charge transport and incorporation of redox mediators in layer-by-layer films containing PAMAM-encapsulated gold nanoparticles

In this work, we exploit the molecular engineering capability of the layer-by-layer (LbL) method to immobilize layers of gold nanoparticles on indium tin oxide (ITO) substrates, which exhibit enhanced charge transfer and may incorporate mediating redox substances. Polyamidoamine (PAMAM generation 4) dendrimers were used as template/stabilizers for Au nanoparticle growth, with PAMAM-Au nanoparticles serving as cationic polyelectrolytes to produce LbL films with poly(vinylsulfonic acid) (PVS). The cyclic voltammetry (CV) of ITO-PVS/PAMAM-Au electrodes in sulfuric acid presented a redox pair attributed to Au surface oxide formation. The maximum kinetics adsorption is first-order, 95% of the current being achieved after only 5 min of adsorption. Electron hopping can be considered as the charge transport mechanism between the PVS/PAMAM-Au layers within the LbL films. This charge transport was faster than that for nonmodified electrodes, shown by employing hexacyanoferrate(III) as the surface reaction marker. Because the enhanced charge transport may be exploited in biosensors requiring redox mediators, we demonstrate the formation of Prussian blue (PB) around the Au nanoparticles as a proof of principle. PAMAM-Au@PB could be easily prepared by electrodeposition, following the ITO-PVS/ PAMAM-Au LbL film preparation procedure. Furthermore, the coverage of Au nanoparticles by PB may be controlled by monitoring the oxidation current.     

Compact microcubic structures platform based on self-assembly Prussian blue nanoparticles with highly tuneable conductivity

Control of molecular and supramolecular properties is used to obtain a new advanced hybrid material based on Prussian blue nanoparticles (PB NPs). This hybrid material is obtained through a self-assembled Layer-by-Layer (LbL) approach combining the advantageous features of β-cyclodextrin (β-CD) polysaccharides, PB NPs and poly(allylamine hydrochloride) from electrostatic interaction between the deposited layers. Transmission electronic microscopy images suggested that PB NPs were protected by β-CD polysaccharides that prevent the aggregation phenomena. In addition, as confirmed by scanning electronic microscopy images, it was found that PB NPs are organized in microcubic supramolecular like structures via a mesoscale self-assembly process. Interestingly, the 3-bilayer {PAH/PB-CD} film exhibited a higher density of microcubic structures and a high electrochemical response with PB sites available for redox reactions at a supramolecular level. By utilizing fewer bilayers and consequently less material deposition, the formed {PAH/PB-CD} multilayer films of a tuneable conductivity can be expected to have interesting future applications for host-guest like dependent electrochemical biosensing designs.     

一种噻吩基双偶极半菁与普鲁士蓝的静电自组装薄膜

通过交替沉积普鲁士蓝和一种含噻吩的半菁, 制备了一种新的无机-有机杂化静电自组装膜. 用紫外-可见吸收光谱、循环伏安技术和光电化学实验对薄膜进行了表征或光电性质研究. 376和698 nm处薄膜的吸光度随薄膜层数增加线性增加, 表明薄膜的沉积是均匀和可重复的. 薄膜中的普鲁士蓝具有良好的表面控制而非扩散控制的电化学活性, 膜的层数从1增加至5时, 阳极峰电流随膜层数增加而线性增加. 100 mW·cm^-2的白光照射下, 薄膜产生稳定的阴极光电流, 随层数增加线性增长, 层数增加到4层时, 光电流达到最大值. 饱和甘汞电极为参比电极, -0.4 V 偏压下, 4层薄膜产生的光电流密度高达0.28 μA·cm^-2.     

Fabrication and electrochemical investigation of layer-by-layer deposited titanium phosphate/Prussian blue composite films

Composite films of titanium phosphate (TiPS)/Prussian blue (PB) were fabricated by the alternative deposition of TiPS layer and PB nanocrystals. The layer of TiPS was fabricated by adsorption of hydrated titanium from aqueous Ti(SO4)2 solution and subsequent reaction with phosphate groups. The layer of PB nanocrystals was fabricated by sequential adsorption of FeCl3 solution and K4[Fe(CN)6] solution. Regular deposition of TiPS/PB composite films were verified by UV-vis absorption spectroscopy and quartz crystal microbalance measurements. The successful fabrication of the TiPS/PB composite films was further confirmed by X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy and Fourier transform infrared (FT-IR) spectroscopy. Instead of producing films of TiPS layers alternating with PB nanocrystal layers, the TiPS/PB composite films have a structure in which the interstices of the PB nanocrystal films are filled with TiPS component. TiPS/PB composite films show enhanced electrochemical properties and improved stability in comparison with pure PB films prepared by the multiple sequential adsorption process. TiPS/PB composite films have the capability to catalyze the electrochemical reduction of H2O2 and can be used as a biosensor for detecting H2O2.     

An Electrochemical Study of Prussian Blue Microcrystalines Mixed in PEO_400 Polymer Electrolyte by Solid-state Voltammetry

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Physicochemical Characteristics of Polypyrrole/(Glucose oxidase)/(Prussian Blue)‐based Biosensor Modified with Ni‐ and Co‐Hexacyanoferrates

In this work, three types of electrodes suitable for amperometric glucose biosensors were designed. One type of electrode was based on bio‐selective layer of polypyrrole/(glucose oxidase)/(Prussian Blue) (Ppy/GOx/PB) and it was used as a control electrode regarding to which electrochemical properties of two other types of electrodes were compared. During the formation of Prussian blue layers graphite electrodes were additionally modified by Ni‐hexacyanoferrate (NiHCF) and by Co‐hexacyanoferrate (CoHCF) in order to design Ppy/GOx/PB‐NiHCF and Ppy/GOx/PB‐CoHCF electrodes, respectively. Some physicochemical characteristics of all three types of electrodes were evaluated and compared. The Ppy/GOx/PB‐NiHCF electrode showed wider linear range of the calibration curve than Ppy/GOx/PB and Ppy/GOx/PB‐CoHCF electrodes. The effect of temperature on analytical performance of the Ppy/GOx/PB‐NiHCF based biosensor has been evaluated and activation energy of enzyme catalysed reaction has been calculated within the temperature range of 15 °C to 30 °C.     

Prussian blue nanoparticles doped nanocage for controllable immobilization and selective biosensing of enzyme

A conductive nanocage composed of Prussian blue (PB) nanoparticles doped mesocellular silica–carbon foam was prepared. This nanocage possessed ink-bottlelike structure with narrow and controllable pore-size distribution, good biocompatibility and favorable conductivity. The Prussian blue nanoparticles dispersed homogeneously on the mesowalls and provided the nanocage with highly catalytic ability toward the reduction of hydrogen peroxide. The nanocage could be used for volume-selective entrapment of enzyme to prepare a biosensor. The use of the Prussian blue nanoparticles doped nanocage would open new horizons for fabrication of biosensors and biocatalysts.     

A Reagentless Amperometric Immunosensor for Alpha‐Fetoprotein Based on Gold Nanoparticles/TiO2 Colloids/Prussian Blue Modified Platinum Electrode

A novel reagentless amperometric immunosensor for the determination of alpha‐fetoprotein (AFP) was prepared by immobilizing TiO₂ colloids on Prussian blue (PB) modified platinum electrode, which yielded a positively charged interface with strong adsorption to deposit gold nanoparticles for immobilization of alpha‐fetoprotein antibody (anti‐AFP). The factors influencing the performance of the proposed immunosensors were studied in detail. Under the optimized conditions, cyclic voltammograms determination of AFP showed a specific response in two concentration ranges from 3.0 to 30.0 ng/mL and from 30.0 to 300.0 ng/mL with a detection limit of 1.0 ng/mL at a signal‐to‐noise ratio of 3. The proposed immunosensor exhibited high selectivity, good reproducibility, long‐term stability (>2 months) and good repeatability.     

Amperometric Immunosensor for the Determination of α‐1‐Fetoprotein Based on Core‐Shell‐Shell Prussian Blue‐BSA‐Nanogold Functionalized Interface

In the present work, a newly functional nanoparticle has been prepared to immobilize the protein for the detection of α‐1‐fetoprotein (AFP). Prussian blue (PB) nanoparticle was initially synthesized under ultrasonic condition, then bovine serum albumin (BSA) was used to coat the PB nanoparticle to improve the stability of the PB nanoparticle as well as functionalize the surface of PB nanoparticle, and then gold colloids were loaded on the BSA‐coated PB nanoparticle to construct a core‐shell‐shell nanostructure via the conjunction of thiolate linkages or alkylamines of the BSA. Finally, a convenient, effective and sensitivity amperometric immunosensor for the detection of α‐1‐fetoprotein (AFP) was constructed by the employment of these functional core‐shell‐shell microspheres. The preparation of the nanoparticle (Au‐BSA‐PB NPs) was characterized by transmission electron microscopy (TEM), and the assembly of the biosensor was characterized with cyclic voltammetry (CV) and electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS). The dynamic range of the resulted immunosensor for the detection of AFP is from 0.02 ng/mL to 200.0 ng/mL with a detection limit of 0.006 ng/mL (S/N=3). Moreover, this biosensor displays good selectivity, stability and reproducibility.     

Potentiodynamic deposition of Prussian blue from a solution containing single component of ferricyanide and its mechanism investigation

Potentiodynamic techniques were used for the direct electrodeposition of Prussian blue nano-clusters from an acidic solution of ferricyanide. Electrochemical, EQCM, IR, AFM, and UV/vis measurements were carried out to characterize deposited nano-sized Prussian blue and to explore the formation mechanism. Results showed that ferricyanide could partially dissociate to free ferric and cyanide ions. The driving force of this dissociation is the formation of PB and the evolution of HCN. The optimal potential window for the potentiodynamic formation of PB from an acidic solution (pH 1.6) is between –0.5 V and 0.4 V. In addition, the influence of surface adsorption of CN^- ions on the formation of PB was discussed.Dedicated to Professor W. Vielstich on the occasion of his 80th birthday.     

The electroactive multilayer films of polyelectrolytes and Prussian blue nanoparticles and their application for H2O2 sensors

Prussian blue (PB) nanoparticles were immobilized in polyelectrolyte (PE) multilayers of various compositions and thickness. Films containing nanoparticles and poly(allylamine hydrochloride) (PAH) were formed using the layer-by-layer adsorption method. A layer of branched poly(ethyleneimine) (PEI) was used to anchor the multilayer structure at the surface of a gold electrode. The films exhibited electroactive properties, increasing with the number of deposited PB layers. The properties of PEI/(PB/PAH) _n multilayers were then compared with the ones containing additionally the conductive polymer poly(3,4-ethylenedioxythiophene)–poly(styrenesulfonate) (PEDOT:PSS). We found that the addition of the conductive, water-soluble polymer enhances the electroactive properties of the multilayer films. It also increased sensitivity of the multilayer-covered electrodes for electrochemical detection of hydrogen peroxide.     

Electrochemical and electrocatalytic stability of Prussian blue/Berlin green redox transformation in Prussian blue-polypyrrole composite films

Redox transformation of Prussian blue to Berlin green (PB/BG) in Prussian blue-polypyrrole (PB-PPy) composites synthesized via original one-step method has been studied. It was shown that the nature of anion and composition of background electrolyte play an important role for both the stability and the shape of electrochemical response of composite film during redox transfer of Prussian blue to Berlin green. Nitric acid, phosphoric acid, malic acid and citric acid 0.05 N (eq/L) solutions and the same acids partially neutralized with 0.01 N KOH were used as electrolyte to study the role of potassium ions presence in solution. The most stable electrochemical response of PB/BG redox transfer was obtained for the nitrate anions containing solutions in the presence of potassium ions. Nevertheless, the stability of the electrochemical transformation PB/BG in composite films in other media is enough to detect the sulphite ions content in wine samples via electrocatalytic reaction at the potentials of PB/BG redox transformation.

     

Progress of Prussian Blue and Its Analogues as Cathode Materials for Potassium Ion Batteries

Environmental pollution and the energy crisis have promoted the development of clean energy as well as new-generation energy storage systems. Potassium ion batteries (PIBs) have emerged as a possible alternative to lithium-ion batteries due to their abundant reserves, low cost, and impressive electrochemical performance. However, the search for suitable cathode materials has become particularly crucial. Recently, Prussian blue (PB) has been investigated as a potential cathode material for PIBs, which has an open three-dimensional framework to accommodate a large volume of potassium ions and adjustable composition for different applications. In this review, Prussian blue and its analogues (PBAs) and their application in PIBs were summarized detailly. We presented the composition, structure, potassium ion storage mechanism, preparation process of PBAs, and then focus on the performance optimization methods of the PBAs, including transition metal doping and conductive material adding into PBAs. Finally, the challenges as well as the outlook on the future development of PBAs were proposed for further application in this battery system.     

Synthesis and stabilization of Prussian blue nanoparticles and application for sensors

Prussian blue (PB) nanoparticles were synthesized by two methods from FeCl2 and K3Fe(CN)6 and from FeCl3 and K3Fe(CN)6 based on the method published by Fiorito et al., and stabilized by different polymers like polyvinyl alcohol (PVA), polyvinyl pyrrolidone (PVP), polyallylamine hydrochloride (PAH), polydiallyl-dimethyldiammonium chloride (PDDA) and polystyrene sulfonate (PSS). The effect of the monomer/Fe3+ ratio was studied regarding the average particle size and zeta-potential. The forming PB structure was checked by X-ray diffraction. The stabilization was successful for every applied polymer, but the average particle size significantly differs. Particle size distributions were determined by Malvern type nanosizer equipment and by transmission electron microscope (TEM) and zeta potential values were determined for the obtained stabile samples. The results revealed that by using FeCl2 and K3Fe(CN)6 for PB preparation particles with narrow size distribution and average diameter of 1.7 nm occurred but stabilization was necessary. By the other method the dispersion was stabile with 182 nm particles but the particle size exponentially decreased to 18 nm with increasing PVP concentration. Ultrathin nanofilms were prepared on glass support by the alternating layer-by-layer (LbL) method from PB particles and PAH. The morphology of the prepared films was investigated also by AFM. The films were immobilized on interdigitated microsensor electrodes (IME) and tested in sensing hydrogen peroxide and different acids like acetic acid, hydrochloric acid vapors.     

Ultralight Mesoporous Magnetic Frameworks by Interfacial Assembly of Prussian Blue Nanocubes

A facile approach for the synthesis of ultralight iron oxide hierarchical structures with tailorable macro‐ and mesoporosity is reported. This method entails the growth of porous Prussian blue (PB) single crystals on the surface of a polyurethane sponge, followed by in situ thermal conversion of PB crystals into three‐dimensional mesoporous iron oxide (3DMI) architectures. Compared to previously reported ultralight materials, the 3DMI architectures possess hierarchical macro‐ and mesoporous frameworks with multiple advantageous features, including high surface area (ca. 117 m² g^?1) and ultralow density (6–11 mg cm^?3). Furthermore, they can be synthesized on a kilogram scale. More importantly, these 3DMI structures exhibit superparamagnetism and tunable hydrophilicity/hydrophobicity, thus allowing for efficient multiphase interfacial adsorption and fast multiphase catalysis.     

Synthesis, characterization, and application of metal organic framework nanostructures

The considerable number of important physical properties, including optical, electronic, and magnetic properties, of Prussian blue (PB) analogues have attracted fundamental and industrial interest. Nevertheless, the gas sorption properties of PB coordination compounds were only investigated very recently. In this work, we report the synthesis and gas sorption properties of PB nanocomposites with different size and shape obtained by using poly(vinylpyrrolidone) (PVP), chitosan, and dioctyl sodium sulfosuccinate (AOT) as stabilizers and structure directing agents. All three porous nanocrystals show high and selective CO(2) adsorption over CH(4) or N(2). No distinct relationship was found between the size (or shape) of the nanosorbents and their gas uptake capacities. To our knowledge, this is the first report on the use of PB nanocomposites for CO(2) capture applications.     

Use of Screen‐printed Electrodes Modified by Prussian Blue and Analogues in Sensing of Cysteine

The utilisation of screen‐printing technology allows for a mass scalable approach for the production of electrochemical screen‐printed electrodes (SPEs) and the presence of a redox mediator can add new possibilities to the electrochemical properties of the SPEs. Among the materials used as redox mediators, cyanidoferrates polymers can be used for electro‐oxidation of cysteine. In this work, two monomers, namely, [Fe(CN)₆]⁴⁻ and [Fe(CN)₅NH₃]³⁻ were used to produce Prussian blue (PB) and Prussian blue‐Ammine (PB‐Ammine), respectively. In addition, two modification methods were compared, firstly via a drop‐casting and secondly by the incorporation of these materials into a printable ink. The SPE modified by PB‐Ammine (drop‐casting) exhibits the highest electroactive area, however the highest heterogeneous rate constant was found with the SPE modified by PB‐Ammine that was incorporated into the ink. The highest value of the constant of electro‐oxidation of cysteine and lowest limit of detection was also observed in the SPE modified by PB incorporated into the ink. These studies suggest that the electrocatalytic properties of SPE modified by PB and PB‐Ammine are dependent upon the availability of Fe³⁺ catalytic sites and the increased kinetics of the chemical reaction between the catalytic sites and the analyte.     

Preparation, characterization, and electrocatalytic activity of surface anchored, Prussian Blue containing starburst PAMAM dendrimers on gold electrodes

Gold bead electrodes were modified with submonolayers of 3-mercaptopropionic acid or 2-aminoethanethiol and further reacted with poly(amidoamine) (PAMAM) dendrimers (generation 4.0 and 3.5, respectively) to obtain films on which Prussian Blue (PB) was later absorbed to afford mixed and stable electrocatalytic layers. Experiments carried out with these novel materials not only showed an improved surface coverage of PB on the dendrimer modified electrodes as compared to PB modified gold electrodes prepared under acidic conditions, but also showed an increased stability at neutral pH values for one of the dendrimer containing substrates where the PB film on a bare gold electrode is simply not formed. The dendrimer modified electrodes were also tested as electrocatalytic substrates for the electroxidation of L(+)-ascorbic acid (AA), and it was found that their sensitivity as well as the corresponding detection limits were improved as compared to the voltammetric response of a Au-PB modified electrode. On the basis of UV-visible (UV-vis) spectroscopy and electrochemical experiments, it is suggested that the PB molecules are located within the dendritic structure of the surface attached PAMAM dendrimers.