Carbon dots and dendrimers nanohybrids: from synthesis to applications

Carbon dots and dendrimers have captured significant attention in the scientific community due to their remarkable properties and potential applications in various fields. These nanomaterials have shown unique characteristics that make them fascinating subjects of study and research. Their combination to form nanohybrid materials takes advantage of their individual attributes and can originate powerful nanoplatforms-either in the form of particles or films-with improved and unexpected properties. The state-of-art regarding these new nanohybrid platforms, including the synthesis strategies and characterization methods applied to evaluate their properties and nanohybrid nature, is presented. The potential applications of these nanohybrid materials in biomedicine, sensors, and solar cells are also highlighted. Lastly, a vision for the future of this field is presented, focusing on the design towards optimization of their function.

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Carbon dots and dendrimers have attracted significant attention in the scientific community due to their remarkable properties and potential applications. These nanomaterials possess unique characteristics, making them fascinating subjects of study. The combination of carbon dots and dendrimers to form nanohybrid materials allows for the creation of powerful nanoplatforms with improved and unexpected properties. This article provides an overview of the synthesis strategies, characterization methods, and potential applications of these nanohybrid materials in biomedicine, sensors, and solar cells. Additionally, it discusses future directions for this field, focusing on optimizing their functionality.