A Review of Quantum Dots in Bioimaging and Photodynamic Therapy.
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https://doi.org/10.37628/ijnn.v9i1.980Abstract
Quantum dots, as semiconductor nanostructures, have garnered substantial interest due to their distinct optical properties and adjustable size, making them valuable in various fields like electronics and biomedicine. These nanostructures exhibit remarkable versatility as contrast agents in bioimaging and play a crucial role in photodynamic therapy for diagnosing diseases. This article gives an overview of the use of quantum dots in bioimaging and photodynamic therapy, highlighting recent advancements and addressing the challenges associated with their utilization in this field.References
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Uprety Bhawna, Abrahamse Heidi,Semiconductor quantum dots for photodynamic therapy: Recent advances ,Frontiers in Chemistry 10 2022 https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fchem.2022.946574 DOI=10.3389/fchem.2022.946574 ISSN=2296-2646
Kushagra Agarwal1, Himanshu Rai1 and SandipMondal1Published12 June 2023 • © 2023 The Author(s). Published by IOP Publishing Ltd
Uprety, B., & Abrahamse, H. (2022). Semiconductor quantum dots for photodynamic therapy: Recent advances. Frontiers in Chemistry, 10. https://doi.org/10.3389/fchem.2022.946574
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