Graphdiyne (GDY), a rising star of carbon allotropes, features a two-dimensional all-carbon
network with the cohybridization of sp and sp2 carbon atoms and represents a trend and …

Lanthanide-doped upconversion nanoparticles (UCNPs) possess the remarkable ability to
convert multiple near-infrared (NIR) photons into higher energy ultraviolet–visible (UV–vis) …

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In this perspective, we provide an overview of the recent achievements in luminescent
lanthanide-based molecular cluster-aggregates (MCAs) and illustrate why MCAs can be …

The use of tailored medication delivery in cancer treatment has the potential to increase
efficacy while decreasing unfavourable side effects. For researchers looking to improve …

Multifunctional materials, which exhibit diverse physical properties, are candidates for the
new generation of smart devices that realize many tasks simultaneously. Particular attention …

Wound healing is a complex process that requires effective management to prevent
infections and promote efficient tissue regeneration. In recent years, upconversion …

Lanthanide (Ln3+)-doped upconversion (UC) phosphors converting near-infrared (NIR) light
to visible light hold very high promise toward biomedical applications. The scientific findings …

Luminescent anti‐counterfeiting has the advantages of high secrecy, low cost, flexible
design, simple operation, and convenient light‐regulation of luminescent materials, which …

Photodynamic therapy (PDT) and photothermal therapy (PTT) have gained considerable
attention as potential alternatives to conventional cancer treatments. However, these …