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Surface State-Based panchromatic luminescent carbon dots.

Hangzhen Zhang¹, Jiafan Bai¹, Xiangli Chen¹

¹Laboratory of Advance Technologies of Materials, Ministry of Education, College of Medicine and School of Materials Science and Engineering, Southwest Jiaotong University, Chengdu 610031, China.

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Researchers developed a green synthesis for full-color luminescent carbon dots using novel precursors and solvents. This method offers refined spectral control and broad color distribution for advanced applications.

Keywords:

Detection of ions and cell labeling Green chemistry Luminescence Panchromatic luminescent carbon dots Surface state

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Area of Science:

Materials Science
Nanotechnology
Chemistry

Background:

Carbon dots (CDs) show promise in sensing, bio-imaging, and optoelectronics.
Developing green synthesis routes for full-color luminescent CDs remains a challenge.

Purpose of the Study:

To propose a mechanism for fine-tuning carbon dot fluorescence spectra.
To synthesize full-spectrum luminescent carbon dots using a simple, green method.

Main Methods:

Utilized 4,4-bipyridine and p-phenylenediamine as precursors.
Employed glycol and water as environmentally friendly solvents.
Adjusted solvent composition and reaction time to control luminescence.

Main Results:

Achieved full-spectrum luminescence from purple (441 nm) to red (627 nm).
Demonstrated a mechanism for spectral regulation based on surface states (CN, COC, OH).
CN groups primarily influence long-wavelength emission, while COC and OH groups cause blue shifts.

Conclusions:

The proposed method offers refined spectral control and a wider color distribution than existing techniques.
Synthesized carbon dots show potential for Fe3+ detection and cell labeling.
This approach provides a simple, green, and effective route for producing tunable luminescent carbon dots.