Self-assembled long-chain organic ion grafted carbon dot ionic nanohybrids with liquid-like behavior and dual luminescence

Ionic nanohybrids comprised of flexible long-chain organic ion coated luminous carbon dots are prepared via a rapid extraction method, demonstrating liquid-like behavior at ambient temperature in the absence of any solvents. In addition to their interesting dual luminescence behavior, this novel hybrid material holds great promise for a diverse array of fluorescence-based applications.