Dna sensor model based on a carbon nanotube network in the degenerate limit

An analytical model of a possible DNA sensor based on a carbon nanotube network that functions as a selective detector of DNA molecules is presented. The ability to implement label-free electronic detection using a DNA sensor based on a carbon nanotube network constitutes an important step towards l...

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Main Authors: Feiz Abadi, Hediyeh Karimi, Webb, J. F., Ahmadi, Mohammad Taghi, M. Rahmani, Amir, Saeidmanesh, Mehdi, Khalid, M., Ismail, Razidah
Format: Article
Published: 2012
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Online Access:http://eprints.utm.my/id/eprint/46825/
http://dx.doi.org/10.1063/1.4769003
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Summary:An analytical model of a possible DNA sensor based on a carbon nanotube network that functions as a selective detector of DNA molecules is presented. The ability to implement label-free electronic detection using a DNA sensor based on a carbon nanotube network constitutes an important step towards low-cost, highly sensitive, simple and accurate molecular diagnostics. In particular, there is an urgent need for a simple method of detection of DNA molecules as this will provided a new and efficient way to diagnosis genetic or pathogenic diseases. Bio-compatibility and high sensitivity towards environmental perturbations make graphene nanomaterials a good choice for a sensing layer in an electronic DNA sensor. In this study, a conductance model of a DNA sensor based on a carbon nanotube network is suggested and the performance of the model is evaluated by calculating current-voltage characteristics.