A Eu 3+ /Tb 3+ -functionalized MOF ratiometric fluorescence sensor for ciprofloxacin detection and its agarose hydrogel for anticounterfeiting application

Key Points

• To develop a ratiometric fluorescence sensor for detecting ciprofloxacin using a functionalized MOF.
• Synthesis of europium/terbium functionalized MOF Eu0.125Tb0.875-DDB.
• Incorporation of the MOF into an agarose hydrogel for enhanced application.
• Characterization of the sensor's performance in detecting ciprofloxacin.
• Successfully detected ciprofloxacin using the ratiometric fluorescence sensor.
• Demonstrated the potential use of the sensor in anticounterfeiting applications.