Both organic and inorganic pollutants seriously impact the environment, human health, and
ecosystems. Carbon quantum dots (CQDs) and their composites have emerged as …

Many heavy metals pose significant threats to the environment and human health.
Traditional methods for detecting heavy metals are often limited by complex procedures …

Accumulation of heavy metal ions in the ecosystem has become a major concern due to
their adverse impacts on animals, humans, and aquatic habitats. The development of a rapid …

In this study, water dispersible fluorescent carbon quantum dot (CQD) has been
synthesised, having an average size of 8.6±0.4 nm using Cynodon dactylon (CD) following …

In the quest to find an economical and accurate method of detecting toxic metals as well as
finding an application for biochar as a fuel, this work used microalgae biochar to sinter …

Exploiting the unique characteristics of various materials to create novel hybrid materials
opens up innovative possibilities for cutting-edge applications across numerous fields. Here …

The vital role of civil engineering is to enable the development of modern cities and
establish foundations for smart and sustainable urban environments of the future. Advanced …

Not long ago, carbon quantum dots (CQDs) came into view as a revolutionary class of
materials, propelling advancements in water remediation and electrochemical technology …

In this report, we present the hydrothermal method-driven synthesis of carbon nanodots
(CNDs) using quercetin and further evaluate the effects of surface passivation on their …

As a global emerging contaminant, microplastics (MPs) in water or soil can accumulate in
vegetables, making them easily ingested through the diet. With excellent and tunable optical …