A molecularly imprinted electrochemical sensor using copper nanoparticles as built-in probe for eugenol detection

Key Points

• The electrochemical sensor achieves a high sensitivity for eugenol detection, with a detection limit of 0.01 µM.
• Utilizing copper nanoparticles enhances the detection mechanism, improving overall sensor performance in various environments.
• Molecular imprinting techniques are employed to create specific recognition sites for eugenol on the sensor surface.
• The findings support the feasibility of using this sensor for real-time monitoring of eugenol in different samples.