{"title":"NIR-Excited Imaging of Cervical Cancer Cells Using Biocompatible LaF3:Er3+,Yb3+ Upconversion Nanophosphors","authors":"Pratik Deshmukh, Bhumika Sharma, Sourabrata Chakraborty, Himanshu Srivastava, Khageswar Sahu, Srinibas Satapathy, Shovan Kumar Majumder","doi":"10.1002/bio.70269","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1002/bio.70269","url":null,"abstract":"<p>Bioimaging plays a vital role in understanding complex biological processes, from tracking cellular activity to studying entire organisms. To improve the sensitivity and specificity of imaging techniques, researchers are increasingly turning to nanomaterials as contrast agents. Among them, upconversion nanoparticles (UCNPs) stand out for their ability to convert near-infrared (NIR) light into visible emission. This property enables deep tissue penetration, reduced autofluorescence, and low phototoxicity. We report the synthesis of LaF<sub>3</sub> codoped with 2 mol% Er<sup>3+</sup> and 20 mol% Yb<sup>3+</sup> using a hydrothermal method, followed by surface modification with human serum albumin (HSA). Structural analysis confirms the formation of rhombohedral LaF<sub>3</sub> with uniform dopant incorporation, and electron microscopy reveals a near-spherical morphology with average particle sizes increasing from ~25 nm (bare) to ~60 nm (HSA-coated). Under 976-nm excitation, the nanophosphors exhibit bright green and red UC emissions via a two-photon mechanism. Cytotoxicity studies demonstrate high cell viability at concentrations up to 0.4 mg/mL in HeLa cells, while fluorescence uptake assays indicate time-dependent internalization, peaking at 6-h post-treatment. These findings highlight the potential of HSA-coated LaF<sub>3</sub>:Er<sup>3+</sup>,Yb<sup>3+</sup> nanophosphors as efficient, biocompatible contrast agents for NIR-excited luminescent bioimaging.</p>","PeriodicalId":49902,"journal":{"name":"Luminescence","volume":"40 7","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":3.2,"publicationDate":"2025-07-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1002/bio.70269","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144695805","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
LuminescencePub Date : 2025-07-25DOI: 10.1002/bio.70275
{"title":"Correction to “Exploring the Nanoparticle Fabrication Ability of Amaranthus spinosus and Its Biological Functions”","authors":"","doi":"10.1002/bio.70275","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1002/bio.70275","url":null,"abstract":"<p>We apologize for this error.</p>","PeriodicalId":49902,"journal":{"name":"Luminescence","volume":"40 7","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":3.2,"publicationDate":"2025-07-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1002/bio.70275","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144695859","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
LuminescencePub Date : 2025-07-24DOI: 10.1002/bio.70265
Hesham Salem, Michael Amir, Omar Saied, Asmaa A. Hamed, Maemona Mamdouh, Noha Khalid, Nadin Mohasen, Gehad Alaswad, Mahmoud Abdelgalil, Ramy M. Elsabaa
{"title":"Green Synchronous Spectrofluorimetric Analysis of Methotrxate, With 6-Mercaptopurine as Add-On Therapy of Childhood Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia: Application in Laboratory Prepared Mixtures, Spiked Human Plasma, and Dosage Forms","authors":"Hesham Salem, Michael Amir, Omar Saied, Asmaa A. Hamed, Maemona Mamdouh, Noha Khalid, Nadin Mohasen, Gehad Alaswad, Mahmoud Abdelgalil, Ramy M. Elsabaa","doi":"10.1002/bio.70265","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1002/bio.70265","url":null,"abstract":"<div>\u0000 \u0000 <p>It was the first time that a spectrofluorimetric approach for the simultaneous analysis of methotrexate (MET) and 6-mercaptopurine (6-MP) had been achieved. This study aims to propose an accurate and sensitive second derivative synchronous spectrofluorimetric approach for the measurement of MET and 6-MP in different matrices simultaneously without the need for prior separation. The proposed approach measured the synchronous fluorescence intensity of pharmaceuticals under research at a constant wavelength difference (Δλ) = 130 nm. For the quantitative analysis of 6-MP and MET, the second derivative's peak amplitudes were observed at 380 and 400 nm, respectively. The process was fully validated and showed exceptional linearity for either 6-MP or MET in the concentration range of 10–100 ng mL<sup>−1</sup>. The new method was used to quantitatively analyze both drugs in a synthetically formulated mixture, dosage forms, and spiked human plasma. A statistical comparison of the results with other published analytical techniques revealed no significant difference. The validation of the procedure was successfully completed in compliance with ICH guidelines. To assess the analytical methodology's greenness, Eco-Scale and GAPI greenness tools were employed.</p>\u0000 </div>","PeriodicalId":49902,"journal":{"name":"Luminescence","volume":"40 7","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":3.2,"publicationDate":"2025-07-24","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144695784","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
LuminescencePub Date : 2025-07-23DOI: 10.1002/bio.70256
Anna Merin Joy, Sreelakshmi Thaniparambil Prasad, Kala Ramakrishnan, s
{"title":"A Benzimidazole Linked Covalent Triazine Framework as a Fluorescent Probe for Selective Multiplatform Detection of Trinitrophenol","authors":"Anna Merin Joy, Sreelakshmi Thaniparambil Prasad, Kala Ramakrishnan, s","doi":"10.1002/bio.70256","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1002/bio.70256","url":null,"abstract":"<div>\u0000 \u0000 <p>The persistence and rising levels of environmental pollutants have driven the development of functional materials for their sensitive detection. Trinitrophenol (TNP), a highly toxic and explosive compound, requires urgent monitoring. In this work, a novel benzimidazole-based covalent triazine framework, CTF <sub>TFPOT-BTA</sub>, was synthesized via solvothermal condensation of 1,2,4,5-benzenetetraamine tetrahydrochloride and 2,4,6-tris(4-formylphenoxy)-1,3,5-triazine. The resulting CTF exhibited excellent selectivity towards TNP, with a low detection limit of 1.38 nM and a linear detection range from 32.15 × 10<sup>−7</sup> to 4.6 × 10<sup>−5</sup> M. Fluorescence quenching was attributed to a combination of inner filter effect (IFE), Förster resonance energy transfer (FRET), and photoinduced electron transfer (PET) mechanisms. To enhance practical usability, a fluorescent film was developed by incorporating the CTF into a polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) matrix. The resulting CTF-PVA film showed high flexibility, water stability, and a fast fluorescence quenching response upon TNP exposure. Furthermore, a portable device was designed for rapid and user-friendly detection of TNP based on fluorescence quenching. This dual strategy solution-phase sensing and film-based detection with a portable device offers an efficient and practical approach for detecting nitroaromatic explosives in real-world settings.</p>\u0000 </div>","PeriodicalId":49902,"journal":{"name":"Luminescence","volume":"40 7","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":3.2,"publicationDate":"2025-07-23","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144681215","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
LuminescencePub Date : 2025-07-23DOI: 10.1002/bio.70266
Krishnan Raguvaran, Manickam Kalpana, Palanisamy Devapriya, Suresh Kalaivani, Marissa Angelina, Fransiska Sri Herwahyu Krismastuti, Akhtar Rasool, Rajan Maheswaran
{"title":"Eco-Friendly Synthesis of Silver Nanoparticles and Its Larvicidal Property Against Malaria, Filariasis, and Dengue Vectors","authors":"Krishnan Raguvaran, Manickam Kalpana, Palanisamy Devapriya, Suresh Kalaivani, Marissa Angelina, Fransiska Sri Herwahyu Krismastuti, Akhtar Rasool, Rajan Maheswaran","doi":"10.1002/bio.70266","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1002/bio.70266","url":null,"abstract":"<div>\u0000 \u0000 <p>The increasing resistance of mosquitoes to synthetic pesticides necessitates eco-friendly alternatives for vector control. This study presents the green synthesis of silver nanoparticles (Ag-NPs) using <i>Aerva lanata</i> flower extract and evaluates their larvicidal efficacy against <i>Cx. quinquefasciatus</i>, <i>An. stephensi</i>, and <i>Ae. aegypti</i>. The biosynthesized Ag-NPs, characterized by UV–Vis, FT-IR, XRD, SEM–EDX, TEM, Zeta potential, and DLS analyses, exhibited potent larvicidal and pupicidal activities, with LC<sub>50</sub> values of 6.501, 20.875, and 22.649 ppm, respectively. The morphological and histopathological alterations in treated larvae, alongside significant modulation of antioxidant (SOD, GPx) and detoxification (GST, AChE) enzymes, indicate oxidative stress as a key mode of action. Importantly, biosafety tests revealed minimal toxicity to <i>Artemia salina</i>, highlighting the eco-compatibility of these Ag-NPs. This study demonstrates an innovative, plant-based nanobiopesticide with strong potential for sustainable mosquito control, addressing the challenges of insecticide resistance and environmental toxicity.</p>\u0000 </div>","PeriodicalId":49902,"journal":{"name":"Luminescence","volume":"40 7","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":3.2,"publicationDate":"2025-07-23","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144681216","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
LuminescencePub Date : 2025-07-20DOI: 10.1002/bio.70259
Xiaofang Ding, Hui Li, Lili Chen, Shenao Wang, Lu Yang, Yue Zhang, Xiaoping Fan, Daoxing Chen, Mengtuan Ge, Feng Wang
{"title":"A Dual Turn-Off Colorimetric and Fluorescent Sensor for Trace Water in Alcohols Based on a Rhodamine B–Al3+ Complex","authors":"Xiaofang Ding, Hui Li, Lili Chen, Shenao Wang, Lu Yang, Yue Zhang, Xiaoping Fan, Daoxing Chen, Mengtuan Ge, Feng Wang","doi":"10.1002/bio.70259","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1002/bio.70259","url":null,"abstract":"<div>\u0000 \u0000 <p>Rapid-response sensors are promising tools to detect trace water in organic solvents; however, accurate quantification in alcoholic solvents remains challenging due to competitive coordination from hydroxyl groups. Herein, a colorimetric/fluorescent dual-mode sensor based on rhodamine B–aluminum complex (RhB–Al<sup>3+</sup>) has been developed for the detection of trace water in methanol, ethanol, isopropanol, and 1-butanol. The RhB–Al<sup>3+</sup> complex demonstrates rapid response (< 10 s), high sensitivity (detection limits [<i>v</i>/<i>v</i>]): 0.0134% (ethanol), 0.0074% (methanol), 0.0224% (isopropanol), and 0.0498% (1-butanol), and excellent specificity. In addition, the color of the RhB–Al<sup>3+</sup> complex in alcohols solution changed from pink to colorless under visible light and from yellow to colorless under a 365-nm UV light, which enabled naked-eye detection of trace water in alcohol solvents. The sensing mechanism was investigated by <sup>1</sup>H-NMR, HR-MS, pH, and spectroscopy analysis. It was demonstrated to involve water molecules coordination to the Al<sup>3+</sup> of the RhB–Al<sup>3+</sup> complex, which leads to the dissociating of the complex and in turn promotes the reformation of the rhodamine spirolactam ring. Moreover, the RhB–Al<sup>3+</sup> complex was successfully used for sensing trace water in commercial alcohol solvents, demonstrating its potential for industrial quality control applications.</p>\u0000 </div>","PeriodicalId":49902,"journal":{"name":"Luminescence","volume":"40 7","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":3.2,"publicationDate":"2025-07-20","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144666437","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
LuminescencePub Date : 2025-07-19DOI: 10.1002/bio.70260
Sushma, Joy Debnath, Ahmad Hosseini-Bandegharaei, Kalyan Sundar Ghosh
{"title":"Citrus reticulata Derived Carbon Dots for Selective Fluorimetric Sensing of Fe3+ in Water for Environmental Monitoring","authors":"Sushma, Joy Debnath, Ahmad Hosseini-Bandegharaei, Kalyan Sundar Ghosh","doi":"10.1002/bio.70260","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1002/bio.70260","url":null,"abstract":"<div>\u0000 \u0000 <p>Carboneous nanomaterials derived from natural sources are being used as chemosensors due to their small size, water solubility, photostability, tunable emission properties, etc. In the present work, highly fluorescent and photostable carbon dots (CDs) having an average size of 11 nm were prepared from <i>Citrus reticulata</i> through a one-step hydrothermal process. CDs emitted a strong green fluorescence under UV light. The prepared CDs were characterized using TEM, XRD, XPS, FTIR, UV–Vis, and fluorescence techniques. Maximum emission intensity of CDs was recorded at 438 nm on excitation at 350 nm. The quantum yield of CDs was 4.4%. CDs selectively detected Fe<sup>3+</sup> ions colorimetrically through a visual change in color from colorless to yellow. Also, among other metal ions, only Fe<sup>3+</sup> selectively quenched the emission of CDs. Fluorescence quenching by Fe<sup>3+</sup> was static in nature and due to the formation of a ground state complex between the metal ion and the surface functionalities on CDs. From the spectroscopic data, it was concluded that CDs can detect Fe<sup>3+</sup> within the linear range of 6.2–620 μM, and the limit of detection was 1.11 μM. Based on rapid, label-free, and selective detection capabilities, CDs were further used in the analysis of Fe<sup>3+</sup> in real water samples.</p>\u0000 </div>","PeriodicalId":49902,"journal":{"name":"Luminescence","volume":"40 7","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":3.2,"publicationDate":"2025-07-19","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144657718","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"A Yellow Color Emitting Turn-On Detect and Degrade Molecular Optode for Sarin Analog Applicable for Detoxification of Fruits and Vegetables","authors":"Shubham Lama, Sabbir Ahamed, Najmin Tohora, Jyoti Chourasia, Ayan Kumar Mahanty, Shraddha Rai, Upika Darnal, Subekchha Pradhan, Sudhir Kumar Das","doi":"10.1002/bio.70258","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1002/bio.70258","url":null,"abstract":"<div>\u0000 \u0000 <p>Nerve agents seriously threaten the viability of the contemporary environment and public health. In the current contribution, we have introduced a Schiff base-based probe, <b>MIDA</b> to “detect and degrade” sarin simulant, diethyl chlorophosphate (DCP) in solution and gaseous phases. <b>MIDA</b> is highly selective and sensitive towards DCP emitting a highly intensified yellow fluorescence having detection and quantification limits within the μM range. It was shown that DCP could be identified in a combination of similar hazardous analytes using a convenient strained paper strip-based assay. DCP vapor was identified via a dip-stick and dip vial conical flask experiment, which could be a useful photonic tool for selective detection of sarin in real threat scenarios. To validate DCP detection even in a variety of soil types, including sand, field, and clay, we also demonstrated soil sample analysis using diverse DCP-spiked soils. A smartphone-based detection method has also been demonstrated to detect and quantify DCP and may be helpful for on-spot sarin detection. Additionally, when Zn<sup>2+</sup> ions are introduced, the <b>MIDA</b>-DCP pair degrades into nontoxic forms. <b>MIDA</b> is a highly sensitive, selective, and “detect and degrade” probe for the detection and degradation of DCP, a toxic nerve agent sarin's simulant in hazardous circumstances.</p>\u0000 </div>","PeriodicalId":49902,"journal":{"name":"Luminescence","volume":"40 7","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":3.2,"publicationDate":"2025-07-19","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144657717","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Ecofriendly and One-Pot Synthesis of Flower-Like MoS2: Sunlight-Assisted Photocatalytic Simultaneous Degradation of Pollutants and Investigation of Electrochemical Properties","authors":"Samira Saeednia, Parvaneh Iranmanesh, Masoud Rezaeinasab, Sobhan Abbasi Razgaleh","doi":"10.1002/bio.70263","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1002/bio.70263","url":null,"abstract":"<div>\u0000 \u0000 <p>A facile and green hydrothermal synthesis of flower-like MoS<sub>2</sub> nanostructures was developed using a thio-Schiff base ligand as both sulfur source and capping agent. The structural, morphological, and optical properties of the synthesized MoS<sub>2</sub> were characterized using XRD, FE-SEM, TEM, Raman, FTIR, UV-Vis, and PL spectroscopy. The XRD pattern of MoS<sub>2</sub> revealed its hexagonal structure, whereas FE-SEM and TEM images revealed the formation of 3D flower-like microspheres. The photocatalytic activity of the synthesized MoS<sub>2</sub> was investigated under natural sunlight for the simultaneous degradation of eosin Y (EY) and methylene blue (MB) dyes. A remarkable degradation efficiency of 98% for EY and 85% for MB was attained, with respective degradation rates of 0.01971 ± 0.0008 and 0.0065 ± 0.0002. The photocatalyst exhibited excellent reusability, maintaining its efficiency for up to four cycles for EY and three cycles for MB. Furthermore, the MoS<sub>2</sub> photocatalyst demonstrated efficient simultaneous degradation of mixed dyes, suggesting its potential for treating industrial wastewater under natural sunlight. Electrochemical measurements revealed excellent electron transfer kinetics and high conductivity of the MoS<sub>2</sub>-modified glassy carbon electrode, attributed to its large surface area. The synthesized MoS<sub>2</sub> nanostructures demonstrate promising potential as an efficient, stable, and recyclable photocatalyst for the treatment of industrial wastewater under natural sunlight.</p>\u0000 </div>","PeriodicalId":49902,"journal":{"name":"Luminescence","volume":"40 7","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":3.2,"publicationDate":"2025-07-18","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144657604","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
LuminescencePub Date : 2025-07-18DOI: 10.1002/bio.70262
Yujing Huang, Xigui Wang, Namila E.
{"title":"Preparation and Luminescence Properties of Rare Earth-Doped Phosphate-Coated Silica Core-Shell Structures","authors":"Yujing Huang, Xigui Wang, Namila E.","doi":"10.1002/bio.70262","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1002/bio.70262","url":null,"abstract":"<div>\u0000 \u0000 <p>Core-shell structured luminescent materials, specifically SiO<sub>2</sub>@YPO<sub>4</sub>:Eu<sup>3+</sup> and SiO<sub>2</sub>@YPO<sub>4</sub>:Eu<sup>3+</sup>,Tb<sup>3+</sup>, were synthesized by a combination of coprecipitation and high temperature solid-state methods. Structural characterization confirmed that tetragonal YPO<sub>4</sub> -coated the SiO<sub>2</sub> cores. When excited at 395 nm, the Eu<sup>3+</sup>-doped material exhibited dominant <sup>5</sup>D<sub>0</sub> → <sup>7</sup>F<sub>1</sub> emission at 593 nm. Codoping with Tb<sup>3+</sup> enabled near-white light modulation, indicating potential for WLED applications.</p>\u0000 </div>","PeriodicalId":49902,"journal":{"name":"Luminescence","volume":"40 7","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":3.2,"publicationDate":"2025-07-18","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144647603","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}