Scanning Electrochemical Microscopy: A Comprehensive Review of Experimental Parameters from 1989 to 2015

2016/10/13 by David Polcari, Philippe Dauphin‐Ducharme, Janine Mauzeroll · 1 citation
Chemistry · Chemical Engineering · Materials Science · Engineering · #Electrochemical Analysis and Applications #Analytical Chemistry and Sensors #Conducting polymers and applications #Scanning electrochemical microscopy #Nanotechnology #Chemistry #Microscopy #Biochemical engineering #Electrochemistry #Optics #Materials science #Electrode #Physics #Engineering #Physical chemistry

paper · doi:10.1021/acs.chemrev.6b00067

openalex publication_date 2016/10/13 · openalex created_date 2025/10/10 · openalex updated_date 2026/07/30

Abstract

Scanning electrochemical microscopy (SECM) is an electroanalytical scanning probe technique capable of imaging substrate topography and local reactivity with high resolution. Since its inception in 1989, it has expanded into a wide variety of research areas including biology, corrosion, energy, kinetics, instrumental development, and surface modification. In the past 25 years, over 1800 peer-reviewed publications have focused on SECM, including several topical reviews. However, these reviews often omit key details, forcing readers to search the literature. In this review, we provide a comprehensive summary of the experimental parameters (e.g., solvents, probes, and mediators) used in all SECM publications since 1989, irrespective of the application. It can be used to rapidly assess experimental possibilities and make an informed decision about experimental design. In other words, it is a practical guide to SECM.

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