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Luminescent probes and sensors for temperature
Xu-dong Wang1, Otto S Wolfbeis, Robert J Meier
1Institute of Analytical Chemistry, Chemo- and Biosensors, University of Regensburg, 93040 Regensburg, Germany. robert.meier@ur.de xmuwxd@gmail.com.
Chemical Society Reviews
|June 25, 2013
Summary
Optical sensors offer advanced temperature (T) measurement. This review details luminescent probes, nanomaterials, and bulk materials for precise T sensing, highlighting design and applications.
Area of Science:
- Materials Science
- Chemistry
- Physics
Background:
- Temperature (T) is a fundamental parameter across scientific disciplines.
- Optical sensors present an attractive alternative to conventional thermometers for T sensing.
- Luminescent probes and sensors are crucial for on-line T monitoring.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review recent progress in luminescent probes and sensors for temperature measurement.
- To summarize advancements in the design and application formats of optical T-sensors.
- To provide an overview of molecular probes, nanomaterials, bulk materials, and polymeric matrices for T sensing.
Main Methods:
- Survey of molecular probes, nanomaterials, and bulk materials for T sensing.
- Discussion of polymeric matrices for immobilizing T-sensitive probes.
- Overview of various application formats for T-sensors.
Main Results:
- Comprehensive review of optical temperature sensing technologies.
- Detailed examination of different material types and immobilization strategies.
- Exploration of diverse application formats for enhanced T monitoring.
Conclusions:
- Optical sensors, particularly luminescent ones, show significant promise for temperature measurement.
- Continued research in material design and application formats will drive innovation in optical T-sensing.
- Future directions include addressing challenges and exploring new avenues in optical T-sensitive probe development.
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