Synthesis of highly fluorescent green carbon quantum dots from Prunus armeniaca for the determination of lisinopril in human plasma.

ABSTRACT: The environmentally friendly synthesis of carbon quantum dots (CQDs) using natural precursors is garnering considerable interest. Nonetheless, questions may arise concerning the properties and efficacy of CQDs obtained from identical natural sources when originating from different geographical or botanical contexts. In this study, juice extracted from Prunus armeniaca (apricots) was employed as a natural precursor to produce N@CQDs using a one-step microwave-assisted technique. The photoluminescent properties of the synthesized nitrogen-doped carbon quantum dots (N@CQDs) demonstrated significant superiority over previously reported quantum dots, achieved through a more environmentally friendly and cost-effective synthesis method. The quantum yield of these N@CQDs reached an impressive 37.1

SUBMITTER: Salman BI 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12432171 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature