Recent applications of bacteriophage-based electrodes: A mini-review

The constant search for new materials applicable in electrochemical sensors and electronic devices is encouraging scientists to turn to interdisciplinary research. Particularly interesting in this context is the combination of biology with chemistry and material sciences. Recently, bacteriophages (viruses that infect bacteria) have been increasingly used in electrochemical applications, e.g. as recognition elements in biosensors or as templates to create new electrode materials for batteries and biofuel cells. Here we present a short review of recent applications of bacteriophage-based electrodes and methods for preparing them. [Display omitted] •Bacteriophage-based materials are promising tools for use in electrochemistry.•Phages can be used as highly specific receptors for biosensors.•Phages can serve as biotemplates to create novel electrode materials.