Multifunctional Quantum Dots: Innovations in Environmental and Medicinal Applications

Quantum dots (QDs) are nanoscale materials with exceptional optical and chemical properties, driving advancements in environmental and medicinal applications. The challenge lies in tailoring QD composition and surface chemistry for enhanced sensing, pollutant adsorption, and biomedical functionality. Fundamental insights into QD synthesis, photophysical behavior, and pollutant interactions via advanced computational modeling and in-situ characterization are critical for optimizing their multifunctionality.

This Collection invites researchers and professionals in nanotechnology to explore QD applications in environmental sensing, monitoring, adsorption, and medicinal chemistry. We welcome submissions on topics including, but not limited to: novel QD synthesis and functionalization; computational modeling of QD-pollutant interactions; high-sensitivity fluorescence-based sensing; adsorption mechanisms for emerging pollutants; QD-based biosensing and drug delivery systems; in-situ characterization of QD performance; and predictive models for QD stability and toxicity.

Keywords:

Environmental sensing, pollutant adsorption, medicinal chemistry, biosensing, drug delivery, nanomaterials, fluorescence imaging, computational modeling, in-situ characterization

This Collection supports and amplifies research related to SDG 6, SDG 9 and SDG 12.