Surface functionalization strategies for polydiacetylene-based colorimetric sensors

Key Points

• Polydiacetylene-based colorimetric sensors demonstrate enhanced sensitivity through targeted surface functionalization.
• Surface modifications increase chemical stability and response time, improving sensor reliability in various environments.
• Assessment using colorimetric sensing mechanisms reveals key parameters essential for optimum sensor performance.
• Implications highlight the need for innovative surface strategies to expand applications in environmental monitoring and safety.