fingerprints in the form of Raman scattering signals are significantly enhanced when target molecules are in close proximity to the surface of plasmonic nanostructures. [1] In particular, SERS detection schemes show promise in point-of-care biosensing and on-site environmental monitoring owing to their key advantages, including high sensitivity, multiplexing capability, minimal sample preparation, water tolerance, and compatibility to portable devices. Nevertheless, their widespread utilization is still hindered by the challenge in developing a facile fabrication scheme for highly precise and reproducible SERS substrates.
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