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Graphene Quantum Dot-Based Gold-Nickel Micromotors for Sensitive Detection of Ferric Ions

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: The development of nano and micromotors has revolutionized the field of nanotechnology, offering innovative solutions for applications in biomedical engineering, environmental monitoring, and chemical sensing. Among these nano/micromotors, graphene quantum dot (GQD)-based micromotors have gained significant attention due to their unique optical and electronic properties. This study presents the synthesis and characterization of novel graphene quantum dot-based gold-nickel (GQD-Au-Ni) micromotors. These micromotors were synthesized using an electrochemical template deposition process, allowing precise control over their composition and structure. The GQD-Au-Ni micromotors exhibit multifunctionality, employing fluorometric, magnetic, and electrochemical methods for the selective and sensitive detection of ferric ions (Fe³⁺), with a remarkable limit of detection (LOD). The study highlights the potential of these micromotors in environmental monitoring paving the way for future research into multifunctional micromotors for a wide range of applications. The findings underscore the promise of GQD-based systems in advancing sensor technology and addressing critical challenges in environmental and health monitoring.

Source: Journal of Fluorescence

DOI: 10.1007/s10895-025-04238-6

Author: Gozde Yurdabak Karaca

Institution: Süleyman Demirel Üniversitesi

Language: English

Topic: Micro and Nano Robotics

Subfield: Condensed Matter Physics

Field: Physics and Astronomy

Domain: Physical Sciences

Open Access status: hybrid

Estimated APC paid: $4,690

Funder: Suleyman Demirel University