A novel dual-mode sensor based on green-synthesized AuNPs and natural nitrogen-doped CQDs for tobramycin detection: enhanced sensitivity and specificity

Key Points

• Enhanced specificity and sensitivity were achieved in tobramycin detection.
• The dual-mode sensor utilized green-synthesized gold nanoparticles and nitrogen-doped carbon quantum dots.
• This novel approach shows promise for better detection methods compared to existing techniques.
• Results indicate that this sensor could benefit clinical diagnostics and environmental monitoring.