Cutting-edge nanobiosensors: Revolutionizing cancer diagnosis and enabling precision medicine.
Journal:
Clinica chimica acta; international journal of clinical chemistry
Published Date:
Sep 15, 2025
Abstract
Integrating nanotechnology and artificial intelligence (AI) revolutionizes cancer diagnostics, propelling precision medicine into a transformative era. This review examines state-of-the-art nanobiosensors capable of detecting critical biomarkers-circulating tumor DNA (ctDNA), circulating tumor cells (CTCs), and microRNAs (miRNAs), with unprecedented sensitivity and specificity. We comprehensively analyze four primary biosensor modalities: optical, electrochemical, magnetic, and piezoelectric systems. These technologies facilitate early cancer detection, real-time disease monitoring, liquid biopsies, and theranostic applications. AI augments sensor performance by refining device design, optimizing signal processing, and enabling seamless integration within clinical workflows. Innovations in nanomaterials-from carbon-based nanoparticles (NPs) and metallic frameworks to polymeric and hybrid composites-underpin multifunctional platforms that merge molecular recognition, imaging, and therapeutic functionalities. RNA-targeting advancements, including single-cell sequencing and epitranscriptomic detection, further expand diagnostic frontiers by revealing novel biomarker signatures. Despite these advances, significant challenges remain in scalable manufacturing, long-term stability, regulatory compliance, and environmental sustainability. We advocate the development of portable, AI-driven point-of-care platforms and eco-friendly manufacturing practices to democratize access to these technologies globally. Through earlier detection, tailored treatment strategies, and equitable distribution, nanobiosensors are poised to redefine oncology diagnostics and improve patient outcomes worldwide, impacting clinical decision-making and patient quality of life.
