Semiconductor quantum dots (QDs) have become important fluorescent probes for in vitro
and in vivo bioimaging research. Their nanoparticle surfaces for versatile bioconjugation …

Efficient delivery of therapeutic and diagnostic molecules to the cells and tissues is a difficult
challenge. The cellular membrane is very effective in its role as a selectively permeable …

We review the syntheses, optical properties, and biological applications of cadmium
selenide (CdSe) and cadmium selenide–zinc sulfide (CdSe–ZnS) quantum dots (QDs) and …

Bioconjugated nanomaterials offer endless opportunities to advance both
nanobiotechnology and biomedical technology. In this regard, semiconductor nanoparticles …

Abstract Cell-penetrating peptides (CPPs), also known as protein transduction domains, are
a class of diverse peptides with 5‑30 amino acids. CPPs are divided into cationic …

Stem cell therapeutics has emerged as a novel regenerative therapy for tissue repair in the
last decade. However, dynamically tracking the transplanted stem cells in vivo remains a …

The use of semiconductor quantum dots (QDs) in biological sensing and labeling continues
to grow with each year. Current and projected applications include use as fluorescent labels …

Nanotechnologies are emerging platforms that could be useful in measuring, understanding,
and manipulating stem cells. Examples include magnetic nanoparticles and quantum dots …

Advances in disease treatment and tissue regeneration are buoyed by new, multifaceted
materials that emulate and coercively interact with the local microenvironment. Polyblend …

Near infrared fluorescence offers several advantages for tissue and in vivo imaging thanks
to deeper photon penetration. In this article, we review a promising class of near infrared …