In situ synthesis of NIR-light emitting carbon dots derived from spinach for bio-imaging applications
2017 ◽
Vol 5
(35)
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pp. 7328-7334
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Keyword(s):
NIR-light emitting CDs (R-CDs) were prepared using spinach as a precursor by one-step solvothermal treatment. The R-CDs exhibited great optical properties, negligible toxicity, and superior labelling capability both in vitro and in vivo.