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- Monolayered boron nitride quantum dots (BN QDs) with a lateral size of about 10 nm are created using a new method.
- These quantum dots exhibit blue-green luminescence attributed to defects generated during their preparation, enhancing their functionality.
- The BN QDs are found to be nontoxic to biological cells, making them promising candidates for bio-imaging applications.
Article Abstract
Monolayered boron nitride (BN) quantum dots (QDs; lateral size ≈10 nm) are fabricated using a novel method. Unlike monolayered BN sheets, these BN QDs exhibit blue-green luminescence due to defects formed during preparation. This optical behavior adds significant functionality to a material that is already receiving much attention. It is further shown that the QDs are nontoxic to biological cells and well suited to bio-imaging.
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