Cation-Exchange-Derived Cu₁.₈S-Fe₀.₈S Nanocomposites for the Construction of a Photothermal Immunoplatform toward Sensitive Alpha-Fetoprotein Assay

Key Points

• The aim is to create a sensitive detection platform for alpha-fetoprotein using Cu₁.₈S-Fe₀.₈S nanocomposites.
• Fabrication of Cu₁.₈S-Fe₀.₈S nanocomposites through cation exchange process
• Development of a smartphone-integrated 3D-printed platform for detection
• Utilization of photothermal effects for sensitive assay.
• Successfully created nanocomposites demonstrating photothermal properties
• Achieved reliable and portable detection of alpha-fetoprotein
• Resulting platform enhances diagnostic capabilities compared to traditional methods.