In-depth insight into the Yb<sup>3+</sup> effect in NaErF<sub>4</sub>-based host sensitization upconversion: a double-edged sword
Yang Wang, Shuai Zhou, Fuyao Sun, Po Hu, Wei Zhong, Jiajun Fu
Abstract
Yb 3+ ions exert a two-sided influence (so-called “double-edged sword”) on the upconversion (UC) luminescence of Er 3+ host.
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Photon upconversionMaterials scienceLuminescenceDopantDopingNanotechnologyExcitationIonNanocrystalChemical physicsAtomic physicsAnalytical Chemistry (journal)ChemistryOptoelectronicsPhysicsQuantum mechanicsOrganic chemistryChromatographyLuminescence Properties of Advanced MaterialsRadiation Detection and Scintillator TechnologiesLuminescence and Fluorescent Materials