Turn-on fluorescent capsule for selective fluoride detection and water purification
Yannan Lin, Kang Du, Michael R. Gau, Ivan J. Dmochowski
Abstract
is the first example of a metal-free molecular capsule that reports on fluoride binding in purely aqueous solutions with a fluorescence response. Finally, the protonated capsule was supported on silica gel, which enabled adsorptive removal of stoichiometric fluoride from water and highlights real-world applications of this organic host-guest chemistry.
Topics & Concepts
FluorescenceFluorideCapsuleChemistryTurn (biochemistry)ChromatographyBiochemistryInorganic chemistryBiologyOpticsBotanyPhysicsFluoride Effects and RemovalInorganic Fluorides and Related CompoundsMolecular Sensors and Ion Detection