Integrating Fluorescent Copper Nanoclusters into Hydrogel for Onsite Point-of-Care Testing of Cr(VI)

Key Points

• Detection sensitivity for chromium VI achieved through fluorescent copper nanoclusters integration, indicating excellent performance.
• The integration reached a minimal detectable concentration of 10 ppb, showing high efficacy in identifying pollutants.
• Observational analysis utilizing innovative fluorescent nanoclusters embedded in hydrogel aims to enhance onsite testing capabilities.
• The findings highlight the need for further validation in diverse environmental conditions to ensure broader applicability.