Tailoring the structures and compositions of one-dimensional organic nanomaterials towards chemical sensing applications

One-dimensional (1D) organic nanostructures and their hierarchical assemblies have sparked great interest in sensing applications recently owing to convenient detection, high sensitivity and selectivity, and real-time monitoring with fast response time afforded by systems that utilize them. In this mini-review, we focus on the construction and modulation of 1D nanostructures from single- or multicomponent organic compounds, and the relevant approaches that have employed them into sensing applications. Furthermore, major obstacles and future steps towards ultimate organic nanosensors based on 1D structures are discussed.