Luminescent semiconductor quantum dots (QDs) are one of the more popular nanomaterials
currently utilized within biological applications. However, what is not widely appreciated is …

The analysis of biomolecular interactions using quantum dots (QDs) as both FRET donors
and acceptors has become an established technique in the life sciences. This development …

The robust, sensitive, and selective detection of targeted biomolecules in their native
environment by prospective nanostructures holds much promise for real-time, accurate, and …

Semiconductor quantum dots (QDs) are brightly luminescent nanoparticles that have found
numerous applications in bioanalysis and bioimaging. In this review, we highlight recent …

In vitro biosensors have been an integral component for early diagnosis of cancer in the
clinic. Among them, no-wash biosensors, which only depend on the simple mixing of the …

Fluorescence resonance energy transfer (FRET) in combination with quantum dots (QDs)
and their superior properties has enabled designing of the new and improved sensors. In …

A comprehensive review of the development of assays, bioprobes, and biosensors using
quantum dots (QDs) as integrated components is presented. In contrast to a QD that is …

We provide an overview of the progress made in the past few years in investigating
fluorescence resonance energy transfer (FRET) using semiconductor quantum dots (QDs) …

The utility of luminescent semiconductor quantum dots (QDs) in biological applications is
directly dependent upon their ability to undergo bioconjugation to proteins, peptides, DNA …

The unique photophysical properties of semiconductor quantum dot (QD) bioconjugates
offer many advantages for active sensing, imaging, and optical diagnostics. In particular …