Single-Crystalline Metal Oxide, Resistive Gas Sensors Advances and Perspectives

Here we review recent results on the synthesis of single-crystalline metal oxide nanomaterials and their integration in resistive gas sensing devices. Emphasis is put on the integration of such nanomaterials in a wide spectrum of transducing platforms, ranging from standard ceramic to silicon MEMS or flexible polymeric. Some strategies for achieving higher selectivity are discussed, which are followed by a discussion on the development of advanced operation techniques for achieving more stable and faster response to gases. Finally, some aspects that remain open for research are identified