Quantum Dots in Biomedical: Introduction, Synthesis, and Applications

Abstract

Quantum dots have brought unlimited potential in biomedical applications with their fluorescence, light-induced catalyze, light-heat conversion, and photoacoustic capability. However, there are very limited reviews regarding current progress in quantum dots research and their application in the biomedical field, such as biosensing, bioimaging, and tumor therapy. In this article, a systematic review is done in two aspects: synthesis and application of quantum dots in biomedical applications. The functionalization of quantum dots is also mentioned and reviewed in this article.