Ultra-efficient energy transfer and near-infrared luminescence in hexagonal aluminate phosphors enabled by heterogeneous ion pairs co-doping

Key Points

• The aim is to improve energy transfer and luminescence efficiency in hexagonal aluminate phosphors using co-doping techniques.
• Utilized heterogeneous ion pairs through co-doping processes.
• Characterized luminescent properties of phosphors using various spectroscopic techniques.
• Tested energy transfer mechanisms to understand efficiency improvements.
• Achieved significant enhancements in near-infrared luminescence.
• Demonstrated improved energy transfer rates in the presence of ion pairs.
• Showed potential for wider applications in biomedical and industrial fields.