Exploring luminescent carbon dots derived from syrup bottle waste and curcumin for potential antimicrobial and bioimaging applications

被引:10
作者
Thirumalaivasan N. [1 ]
Kanagaraj K. [2 ]
Logesh K. [3 ]
Chandrasekaran S. [4 ]
Kumar S. [5 ]
Subramanian R. [6 ]
Senthilkumar N. [7 ]
Kumar A. [8 ]
Angadi V.J. [9 ]
A. Al-Kahtani A. [10 ]
机构
[1] Department of Periodontics, Saveetha Dental College and Hospitals, Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences (SIMATS), Saveetha University, Tamil Nadu, Chennai
[2] Center for Supramolecular Chemistry & Catalysis and Department of Chemistry, College of Science, Shanghai University, Shanghai
[3] Department of Mechanical Engineering, Vel Tech Rangarajan Dr. Sagunthala R&D Institute of Science and Technology, Tamil Nadu, Chennai
[4] School of Electronics Engineering, Vellore Institute of Technology, Tamil Nadu, Chennai
[5] Centre for Research Impact and Outcomes, Chitkara University, Punjab, Rajpura
[6] Cancer and Stem Cell Research Lab, Department of Pharmacology, Saveetha Dental College and Hospitals, Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences (SIMATS), Tamil Nadu, Chennai
[7] Department of Chemistry, Graphic Era (Deemed to be University), Bell Road, Clement Town, Uttarakhand, Dehradun
[8] Chitkara Centre for Research and Development, Chitkara University, Himachal Pradesh
[9] Department of Physics, P.C. Jabin Science College, Hubballi
[10] Department of Chemistry, College of Science, King Saud University, P.O. Box 2455, Riyadh
关键词
Antimicrobial; Curcumin; Eco-friendly; Luminescent carbon dots; Multifunctional nanomaterials; Sustainable synthesis; Syrup bottle waste; Waste utilization; Water solubility;
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10.1016/j.chemosphere.2024.141592
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In this study, we utilized a navel hybrid material, prepared by fusing fluorescent Carbon Dots SyCDs, derived from syrup bottles, with curcumin. This innovative approach not only offers significant advancements in antimicrobial activity and bioimaging but also represents a stride in sustainable and eco-friendly nanotechnology. The core of our study is the development of an efficient, cost-effective, and environmentally conscious method for synthesizing SyCDs. This is achieved by repurposing waste syrup bottles, thus addressing the pressing issue of plastic waste. The incorporation of curcumin, renowned for its biological properties, enhances the luminescent characteristics of SyCDs and augments their functionality. This combination overcomes the inherent limitations of curcumin when used in isolation. The hybrid material exhibits enhanced antimicrobial properties and proves to be a potent alternative to conventional fluorescent dyes for bioimaging, marking a substantial leap in the field of sustainable nanomaterials. Our work not only demonstrates the versatile applications of luminescent SyCDs in health and environmental science but also underscores the potential of sustainable approaches in addressing global environmental challenges. This study, represents a significant contribution to the domain of sustainable nanotechnology, highlighting the transformative power of integrating waste management with advanced material science. © 2024 Elsevier Ltd
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