Abstract
The incorporation of highly luminescent core-shell quantum dots (QDs) within a metal-organic framework (MOF) is achieved through a one-pot method. Through appropriate surface functionalization, the QDs are solubilized within MOF-5 growth media. This permits the incorporation of the QDs within the evolving framework during the reaction. The resulting QD@MOF-5 composites are characterized using X-ray fluorescence, cross-sectional confocal microscopy, energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy, scanning electron microscopy, and small-angle X-ray scattering. The synergistic combination of luminescent QDs and the controlled porosity of MOF-5 in the QD@MOF-5 composites is harnessed within a prototype molecular sensor that can discriminate on the basis of molecular size.
Originalsprache | englisch |
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Seiten (von - bis) | 80-88 |
Seitenumfang | 9 |
Fachzeitschrift | Small |
Jahrgang | 8 |
Ausgabenummer | 1 |
DOIs | |
Publikationsstatus | Veröffentlicht - 9 Jan. 2012 |
Extern publiziert | Ja |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Biomaterialien
- Ingenieurwesen (sonstige)
- Biotechnology
- Allgemeine Medizin