Colorimetric and fluorescent dual-channel sensor array based on bimetallic lanthanide-doped multicolor carbon dots for quantitative differentiation of multiple antibiotics

Key Points

• The study reveals a dual-channel sensor that effectively differentiates multiple antibiotics.
• Key evidence shows that the sensor can distinguish different antibiotics with high accuracy using colorimetry and fluorescence.
• Assessment involves a colorimetric and fluorescent dual-channel sensor array based on bimetallic lanthanide-doped carbon dots.
• This work supports the use of advanced sensors for real-time antibiotic detection, with further application needed in clinical settings.