Ultrabright fluorescent particles via physical encapsulation of fluorescent dyes in mesoporous silica: a mini-review
Year: 2024
Type: review
Abstract: Harnessing the power of mesoporous silica to encapsulate organic fluorescent dyes has led to the creation of an extraordinary class of nanocomposite photonic materials. These materials stand out for their ability to produce the brightest fluorescent particles known today, surpassing even the luminosity of quantum dots of similar spectrum and size. The synthesis of these materials offers precise control over the shape and size of the particles, ranging from the nano to the multi-micron scale. Just physical encapsulation of the dyes opens new possibilities for mixing different dyes within individual particles, paving the way for nearly limitless multiplexing capabilities. Moreover, this approach lays the groundwork for the development of highly sensitive sensors capable of detecting subtle changes in temperature and acidity at the nanoscale, among other parameters. This mini-review highlights the mechanism of synthesis, explains the nature of ultrabrightness, and describes the recent advancements and future prospects in the field of ultrabright fluorescent mesoporous silica particles, showcasing their potential for various applications.
Source: Nanoscale
DOI: 10.1039/d4nr00800f
Author: Igor Sokolov
Institution: Tufts University
Language: English
Subfield: Materials Chemistry
Field: Materials Science
Domain: Physical Sciences
Open Access status: bronze
Awards: Ultra-bright fluorescent nanoparticles for colorectal adenoma detection, G1447095065, EAGER: Development of fluorescent sensors of temperature and iron ion concentrations around magnetic particles under the action of an oscillating magnetic field, G4277474665, Novel family of cellulose acetate fluorescent nanomaterials for bioimaging applications
OpenAlex ID: W4397002858