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  • Biophysics
  • Materials Science
  • Analytical Chemistry

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  • Nonradiative energy transfer (NRET) is crucial for biological processes and sensing.
  • Quantum dots (QDs) offer tunable optical properties for bio-imaging and assays.
  • Multiplexed detection requires efficient and distinguishable energy transfer systems.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To demonstrate NRET between QDs and protein acceptors in a multiplexed format.
  • To compare two configurations for QD-protein NRET: single QD-multiple acceptors and multiple QDs-single acceptor.
  • To evaluate the simplicity of data analysis for each configuration.

Main Methods:

  • Conjugating luminescent QDs to dye-labeled protein acceptors.
  • Utilizing steady-state and time-resolved fluorescence spectroscopy.
  • Investigating two NRET configurations: single QD with multiple acceptors and multiple QDs with one acceptor.

Main Results:

  • Simultaneous NRET was successfully measured in both explored configurations.
  • The configuration with multiple QD donors and one acceptor type offered simpler data analysis.
  • Time-resolved measurements confirmed selective QD lifetime shortening for engaged NRET populations.

Conclusions:

  • QD-protein NRET is feasible for multiplexed assays.
  • The choice of NRET configuration impacts data analysis complexity.
  • Time-resolved fluorescence provides robust validation of NRET events.