Designing superior probes to detect trace amounts of picric acid (PA) is of huge importance for homeland security and environmental protection.
The selective detection of Al3+ and picric acid in water has been realized by means of a fluorescence spectroscopy-based chemosensor.
Photoluminescent C-dots made by a one-step electrolysis method make a selective fluorescent sensor for Al3+ over other metal ions.
Schematic illustration of the synthesis of CDs and the recognition process for Cu2+.