Green synthesis of peptide-templated fluorescent copper nanoclusters for temperature sensing and cellular imaging

We have developed a simple and green method for synthesis of blue fluorescent peptide-templated Cu nanoclusters (NCs) which display temperature dependent fluorescence and low toxicity as a probe for temperature sensing and cellular imaging.

Protein-directed approaches to functional nanomaterials: a case study of lysozyme

Using lysozyme as a model, protein-directed approaches to functional nanomaterials were reviewed, making rational materials design possible in the future.

A triarylboron-based fluorescent temperature indicator: sensitive both in solid polymers and in liquid solvents

A novel triarylboron compound, MPB, exhibiting reversible thermochromic fluorescence in solid-state polymers and in liquid solvents was designed and synthesized.