Magnetic molecularly imprinted microspheres—Analytical approach

Abstract

Abstract A use of molecularly imprinted polymers (MIPs) in analytical proceedings has received much attention due to its advantages, such as high selectivity, robustness, and low preparation costs. Micro- and nanospherical MIPs possess better adsorption capability than traditional forms because of high surface to volume ratio and small size. It could be useful in the analytical methods. Thus, the combination of MIPs with nanomaterials possessing additional features, such as magnetic properties has been intensively explored. The advantages are analysis faster, easier and more effective analysis while complex biological samples are used. Magnetic molecularly imprinted polymers (MMIPs) provide a powerful analytical tool with wide-range potential in detection and quantification of analytes. This chapter will focus on diverse synthetic approaches for MMIPs emphasizing different properties of imprinted layer. The physicochemical behavior of MMIPs will be discussed in context of their practical utility. Analytical applications in various fields such as food chemistry and biomedical sciences will be highlighted. Finally, the current limits and future prospects for the MMIPs will be pointed out.