Protein-Rich Marine Spirulina for Synthesizing Biocompatible Carbon Dots with High Quantum Yield for Fluorescent yarns

Key Points

• This research aims to develop a new method for synthesizing fluorescent carbon dots using marine spirulina as a biocompatible source.
• Synthesized carbon dots using protein-rich marine spirulina as a precursor.
• Evaluated quantum yield and fluorescence properties of the carbon dots.
• Compared the performance of these biosynthesized carbon dots to traditional commercial methods.
• Achieved a high quantum yield in carbon dots synthesized from marine spirulina.
• Demonstrated excellent fluorescent properties suitable for yarn applications.
• Revealed the potential of using biomass over commercial chemicals for sustainable carbon dot production.