Cellulosic
materials,
which
are
widely
utilized
in
daily
life,
highly
susceptible
to
fungal
degradation.
However,
commercial
fungicides
usually
toxic,
posing
severe
threats
human
health
and
the
environment,
highlighting
necessity
of
developing
eco-friendly
antifungal
agents
for
cellulosic
materials.
In
this
work,
we
synthesized
nitrogen-doped
carbon
quantum
dots
(CQDs)
via
a
microwave-assisted
method.
CQDs
with
proper
structure
demonstrated
significant
effects
against
both
brown-rot
(Postia
placenta,
Pp)
white-decay
fungi
(Trametes
versicolor,
Tv)
on
various
The
underlying
mechanisms
materials
were
further
elucidated.
We
found
that
positively
charged
nanosized
primarily
adhered
penetrated
into
cell
membranes.
This
led
metabolism
disorder,
reduction
enzymatic
activities,
ultimately
death,
as
confirmed
by
transcriptome
analysis.
Additionally,
generated
reactive
oxygen
species
(ROS)
under
light,
causing
oxidation
dysfunction
wall.
Furthermore,
have
ability
chelate
Fe3+,
results
inhibition
Fenton
reaction
hindering
nonenzymatic
cellulose
These
findings
suggest
inhibit
degradation
through
integrated
mechanisms,
potential
implications
sustainable
applications.
Chemical Reviews,
Год журнала:
2023,
Номер
123(18), С. 11047 - 11136
Опубликована: Сен. 7, 2023
Advances
in
nanotechnology
and
nanomaterials
have
attracted
considerable
interest
play
key
roles
scientific
innovations
diverse
fields.
In
particular,
increased
attention
has
been
focused
on
carbon-based
exhibiting
extended
structures
unique
properties.
Among
these
materials,
zero-dimensional
structures,
including
fullerenes,
carbon
nano-onions,
nanodiamonds,
dots,
possess
excellent
bioaffinities
superior
fluorescence
properties
that
make
suitable
for
application
to
environmental
biological
sensing,
imaging,
therapeutics.
This
review
provides
a
systematic
overview
of
the
classification
structural
properties,
design
principles
preparation
methods,
optical
sensing
applications
nanomaterials.
Recent
interesting
breakthroughs
sensitive
selective
imaging
heavy
metal
pollutants,
hazardous
substances,
bioactive
molecules
as
well
information
encryption,
super-resolution
photoacoustic
phototherapy
nanomedicine
delivery
are
main
focus
this
review.
Finally,
future
challenges
prospects
materials
highlighted
envisaged.
presents
comprehensive
basis
directions
designing,
developing,
applying
fascinating
fluorescent
sensors
fabricated
based
specific
requirements
numerous
research
Advanced Materials,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
36(31)
Опубликована: Май 13, 2024
Achieving
thermochromic
afterglow
(TCAG)
in
a
single
material
for
advanced
information
encryption
remains
significant
challenge.
Herein,
TCAG
carbon
dots
(CDs)-inked
paper
(CDs@Paper)
is
achieved
by
tuning
the
temperature-dependent
dual-mode
of
room
temperature
phosphorescence
(RTP)
and
thermally
activated
delayed
fluorescence
(TADF).
The
CDs
are
synthesized
through
thermal
treatment
levofloxacin
melting
boric
acid
with
postpurification
via
dialysis.
CDs@Paper
exhibit
both
excitation-dependent
color
properties.
exhibits
dynamic
changes
from
blue
at
high
temperatures
to
yellow
low
adjusting
proportion
TADF
phosphorescence.
Notably,
two-photon
CDs-based
materials
time-dependent
colors
first
time.
Moreover,
leveraging
opposite
emission
responses
temperature,
demonstrate
temperature-sensing
capabilities
across
wide
range.
Furthermore,
CDs@Paper-based
3D
code
containing
successfully
developed
encryption.
Advanced Functional Materials,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
34(32)
Опубликована: Май 13, 2024
Abstract
TiO
2
photocatalysis
has
gained
attention
as
a
cost‐effective
way
of
degrading
contaminants.
However,
it
relies
on
UV
excitation
and
experiences
rapid
carrier
recombination.
To
address
these
drawbacks,
novel
xylan‐based
carbon
dots@hydrogenated
(CDs@TiO
2‐x
)
composited
by
direct
Z‐scheme
heterojunction
is
fabricated
visible
light‐driven
photocatalytic
material,
which
broadens
the
range
light
absorption
to
suppresses
recombination
photogenerated
carriers.
The
spindle‐shaped
CDs@TiO
C/N/O/S
groups,
positive
charges,
oxygen
vacancies
its
surface,
can
degrade
89%
methylene
blue
87%
methyl
orange
within
90
min,
99%
rhodamine
B
60
min
in
light.
It
also
eradicates
99.9%
E.
coli
h
97.1%
S.
aureus
2.5
h.
These
performances
surpass
CDs
,
exhibit
advantages
similar
composite
materials.
degradation
pathways
dyes
specific
antibacterial
processes
induced
ROS
are
thoroughly
investigated
through
LC‐MS
testing
related
enzyme
activity
assays.
DFT
calculations
study
role
vacancies,
mechanism,
catalytic
sites.
This
developed
nanocomposite
with
applications
both
dye
sterilization,
offering
insights
for
multifunctional
materials
based
heterojunction.
ACS Applied Nano Materials,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
7(9), С. 10998 - 11007
Опубликована: Апрель 29, 2024
Infections
caused
by
bacteria
pose
a
serious
threat
to
public
health,
and
there
is
need
for
numerous
innovative,
antibiotic-free
antimicrobial
medicines.
Herein,
we
describe
the
synthesis
of
CuS/Co-ferrocene-MOF
(CuS/Co-Fc-MOF)
nanocomposites,
formed
coupling
CuS
nanoparticles
(NPs)
two-dimensional
(2D)
Co-Fc-MOF
nanosheets,
that
constitutes
an
platform
capable
near-infrared
(NIR)
photothermal
promotion
chemodynamic
antibacterial.
2D
CuS/Co-Fc-MOF
nanocomposites
consist
nanosheets
with
dimensions
approximately
100–200
nm
thicknesses
13.1–15.6
nm,
where
NPs,
size
about
8
are
excellently
dispersed
on
surface
nanosheets.
The
diverse
valence
states
cobalt
iron
in
enable
them
undergo
Fenton-like
reactions
H2O2,
thus
generating
highly
oxidizing
·OH
therapy
(CDT).
utilization
local
plasmonic
resonance
effect
NPs
enables
enhancement
CDT
activity
under
laser
irradiation.
More
importantly,
can
achieve
rapid
(15
min)
NIR
laser-assisted
killing
both
S.
aureus
E.
coli
bacterial
infection
microenvironment
compared
Therefore,
be
employed
as
promising
nanoagent
promote
photothermally
augmented
antibacterial
therapy.
ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
16(35), С. 46771 - 46788
Опубликована: Авг. 21, 2024
Electronic
skin
(e-skin)
is
considered
as
a
highly
promising
interface
for
human-computer
interaction
systems
and
wearable
electronic
devices.
Through
elaborate
design
assembly
of
various
materials,
it
possesses
multiple
characteristics
similar
to
human
skin,
including
remarkable
flexibility,
stretchability,
sensitivity
temperature
humidity,
biocompatibility,
efficient
interfacial
ion/electron
transport
capabilities.
Here,
we
innovatively
integrate
multifunctional
carbon
quantum
dots
(CQDs),
which
exhibit
conductivity,
antibacterial
properties,
ultraviolet
absorption,
fluorescence
emission,
with
poly(acrylic
acid)
glycerin
(Gly)
into
three-dimensional
network
structure
natural
goatskin
collagen
fibers.
top-down
strategy
enhanced
by
hydrogen
bond
reconstruction,
successfully
fabricated
novel
transparent
e-skin
(PAC-eSkin).
This
exhibited
significant
tensile
properties
(4.94
MPa
strength
263.42%
maximum
breaking
elongation),
while
also
possessing
Young's
modulus
(2.32
MPa).
It
noteworthy
that
the
functionalized
CQDs
used
was
derived
from
discarded
goat
hair,
addition
Gly
gave
PAC-eSkin
excellent
antifreezing
moisturizing
properties.
Due
presence
ultrasmall
CQDs,
creates
channels
within
PAC-eSkin,
could
rapidly
sense
motion
physiological
signals
(with
gauge
factor
(GF)
1.88).
Furthermore,
had
potential
replace
traditional
electrode
patches
real-time
monitoring
electrocardiogram,
electromyogram,
electrooculogram
signals,
higher
SNR
(signal-to-noise
ratio)
25.1
dB.
Additionally,
customizable
size
shape
offer
vast
possibilities
construction
single-electrode
triboelectric
nanogenerator
systems.
We
have
reason
believe
development
this
based
on
CQDs-functionalized
dermal
matrices
can
pave
new
way
innovations
in
human–computer
interfaces
their
sensing
application
diverse
scenarios.
Advanced Materials,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
36(19)
Опубликована: Фев. 1, 2024
Abstract
Low
back
pain
resulting
from
intervertebral
disc
degeneration
(IVDD)
is
a
prevalent
global
concern;
however,
its
underlying
mechanism
remains
elusive.
Single‐cell
sequencing
analyses
revealed
the
critical
involvement
of
pyroptosis
in
IVDD.
Considering
reactive
oxygen
species
(ROS)
as
primary
instigator
and
lack
an
efficient
intervention
approach,
this
study
developed
carbonized
Mn‐containing
nanodots
(MCDs)
ROS‐scavenging
catalytic
biomaterials
to
suppress
nucleus
pulposus
(NP)
cells
efficiently
alleviate
Catalytic
MCDs
have
superior
efficacy
scavenging
intracellular
ROS
rescuing
homeostasis
NP
microenvironment
compared
with
N‐acetylcysteine,
classical
antioxidant.
The
data
validates
that
plays
vital
role
mediating
protective
effects
against
oxidative
stress.
Systematic
vivo
assessments
substantiate
effectiveness
puncture‐induced
IVDD
rat
model,
further
demonstrating
their
ability
pyroptosis.
This
highlights
potential
antioxidant
nanomedicine
inhibitor
mechanistically
unveils
strategy
for
treatment
Abstract
In
recent
years,
carbon
dots
(CDs)
have
garnered
increasing
attention
due
to
their
simple
preparation
methods,
versatile
performances,
and
wide‐ranging
applications.
CDs
can
manifest
various
optical,
physical,
chemical
properties
including
quantum
yield
(QY),
emission
wavelength
(Em),
solid‐state
fluorescence
(SSF),
room‐temperature
phosphorescence
(RTP),
material‐specific
responsivity,
pH
sensitivity,
anti‐oxidation
oxidation,
biocompatibility.
These
be
effectively
regulated
through
precise
control
of
the
CD
process,
rendering
them
suitable
for
diverse
However,
lack
consideration
given
each
feature
during
process
poses
a
challenge
in
obtaining
requisite
features
This
paper
is
analyze
existing
research
present
novel
concepts
ideas
creating
with
different
distinct
The
synthesis
methods
are
discussed
first
section,
followed
by
comprehensive
overview
important
modification
strategy.
Subsequently,
application
reviewed.
Finally,
outlines
current
challenges
controlling
applications,
discusses
potential
solutions,
offers
suggestions
future
research.
Advanced Science,
Год журнала:
2025,
Номер
unknown
Опубликована: Янв. 22, 2025
Abstract
Repair
of
infectious
bone
defects
remains
a
serious
problem
in
clinical
practice
owing
to
the
high
risk
infection
and
excessive
reactive
oxygen
species
(ROS)
during
early
stage,
residual
bacteria
delayed
Osseo
integrated
interface
later
which
jointly
creates
complex
dynamic
microenvironment
leads
non‐union.
The
melatonin
carbon
dots
(MCDs)
possess
antibacterial
osteogenesis
abilities,
greatly
simplifying
composition
multifunctional
material.
Therefore,
hydrogel
containing
MCDs
(GH‐MCD)
is
developed
meet
multi‐stage
repair
needs
injury
this
study.
GH‐MCD
can
intelligently
release
responding
acidic
scavenge
intracellular
ROS
exhibit
good
activity
by
inducing
production
inhibiting
expression
secA2
.
Moreover,
it
has
long‐lasting
antimicrobial
repair.
RNA‐seq
results
reveal
that
hydrogels
promote
infected
healing
enhancing
cellular
resistance
bacteria,
balancing
osteoclastogenesis,
regulating
immune
microenvironment.
In
conclusion,
through
programmed
transformation
microenvironment,
providing
novel
strategy
for
defects.