Label-free DNA-sensor modelling based on magnetic induction spectroscopy

<i>Introduction.-</i> Affordable and accessible Deoxyribonucleic Acids (DNA) detection remains a major challenge in global healthcare because most molecular diagnostic techniques rely on chemical labels, complex reagents, and expensive equipment. <i>Objective.-</i> In this study, we investigate a fundamentally different approach based on Magnetic Induction Spectroscopy (MIS) to detect DNA concentrations in solution without labels, reagents, or physical contact. <i>Methods.-</i> Bulk electrical propertiess of DNA at multiple concentrations informed a three-dimensional electromagnetic simulation model. <i>Results.-</i> Multifrequency analysis revealed clear differences in the inductive phase shift as a function of DNA concentration, with maximum sensitivity near 1 MHz. <i>Conclusions.-</i> Simulated and extrapolated results indicate a potential detection range of 0.06-1000 μMol, encompassing typical post-PCR concentrations. The findings demonstrate modeling-based feasibility for concentration-dependent detection of bulk DNA.

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BioTechniques
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2026-03-27
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https://doi.org/10.1080/07366205.2026.2647885
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Characterization and Applications of Magnetic Nanoparticles
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Label-free DNA-sensor modelling based on magnetic induction spectroscopy

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Label-free DNA-sensor modelling based on magnetic induction spectroscopy

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<i>Introduction.-</i> Affordable and accessible Deoxyribonucleic Acids (DNA) detection remains a major challenge in global healthcare because most molecular diagnostic techniques rely on chemical labels, complex reagents, and expensive equipment. <i>Objective.-</i> In this study, we investigate a fundamentally different approach based on Magnetic Induction Spectroscopy (MIS) to detect DNA concentrations in solution without labels, reagents, or physical contact. <i>Methods.-</i> Bulk electrical propertiess of DNA at multiple concentrations informed a three-dimensional electromagnetic simulation model. <i>Results.-</i> Multifrequency analysis revealed clear differences in the inductive phase shift as a function of DNA concentration, with maximum sensitivity near 1 MHz. <i>Conclusions.-</i> Simulated and extrapolated results indicate a potential detection range of 0.06-1000 μMol, encompassing typical post-PCR concentrations. The findings demonstrate modeling-based feasibility for concentration-dependent detection of bulk DNA.

BioTechniquesVol. 78(1-12)
Centre National de la Recherche Scientifique (FR), Université Paris-Saclay (FR), Institut Gustave Roussy (FR), Instituto Politécnico Nacional (MX)
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Characterization and Applications of Magnetic Nanoparticles
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