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MoS2 quantum dots: synthesis, properties and biological applications.
1NUIST-UoR International Research Institute, School of Chemistry and Materials Sciences, Nanjing University of Information Science & Technology, Nanjing 210044, China.
Summary
Molybdenum disulfide quantum dots (MoS2 QDs) are novel fluorescent nanomaterials with unique optical properties and biocompatibility. This review covers their synthesis, properties, biological applications, and future outlook.
Area of Science:
- Materials Science
- Nanotechnology
- Biomedical Engineering
Background:
- Fluorescent nanomaterials are crucial for diverse applications.
- Molybdenum disulfide quantum dots (MoS2 QDs) are a new class of nanomaterials.
- MoS2 QDs exhibit unique optical properties and good biocompatibility.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review advances in MoS2 QDs synthesis.
- To discuss the properties of MoS2 QDs.
- To explore the biological applications of MoS2 QDs.
Main Methods:
- Overview of top-down and bottom-up synthetic strategies for MoS2 QDs.
- Discussion of the distinctive optical and physical properties.
- Compilation of current biological applications.
Main Results:
- MoS2 QDs can be synthesized via multiple approaches.
- These quantum dots possess tunable optical properties.
- Significant potential in various biological applications.
Conclusions:
- MoS2 QDs represent a promising area of research.
- Further investigation into their applications and challenges is warranted.
- Future development of MoS2 QDs-based materials is expected.
