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Application of Upconversion Nanoparticles in Photochemistry

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Upconversion Nanoparticles (UCNPs) for Functional Applications

Part of the book series: Progress in Optical Science and Photonics ((POSP,volume 24))

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Abstract

Upconversion, the act of fusing many low-energy photons into one higher-energy photon, has progressed in recent years to a growing technique with rising interest in the development of novel luminous materials. Recent developments in sophisticated chemical synthesis of nanomaterials have made it feasible to create a wide range of practical upconversion nanoparticles (UCNPs). This chapter concentrates on the numerous photo-chemical applications for UCNPs that are based on the wavelength and intensity of their emitting luminescence. For this purpose, first, a brief explanation of the important factor in designing UCNPs that can affect the wavelength and intensity of upconversion luminescence (UCL) is provided. Then, the recent progress in employing UCNPs, in different photo-chemical applications including photopolymerization reactions, bio-imaging, biological labeling, drug delivery, security signatures, photocatalytic processes, optoelectronics, and optical photo-thermometry, based on the emitted UCL wavelength and intensity is thoroughly discussed. Finally, a conclusion, current limitations, and future directions to improve the applicability of UCNPs in functional photochemical applications are presented.

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Bastani, S., Kandeloos, A.J., Jalili, M., Ghahari, M. (2023). Application of Upconversion Nanoparticles in Photochemistry. In: Kumar, V., Ayoub, I., Swart, H.C., Sehgal, R. (eds) Upconversion Nanoparticles (UCNPs) for Functional Applications. Progress in Optical Science and Photonics, vol 24. Springer, Singapore. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-99-3913-8_12

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