Quantitative Evaluation of Light-to-Heat Conversion and Singlet Oxygen Generation Efficiencies on Ligand Protected Gold Nanoclusters upon Near-infrared Excitation

Key Points

• This research aims to evaluate the efficiencies of light-to-heat conversion and singlet oxygen generation in gold nanoclusters under near-infrared excitation.
• Analyzed light-to-heat conversion of gold nanoclusters
• Measured singlet oxygen generation efficiency
• Utilized near-infrared light sources for excitation
• Conducted quantitative assessments to compare effectiveness
• Gold nanoclusters demonstrated significant light-to-heat conversion efficiency.
• Effective singlet oxygen generation was observed under near-infrared excitation.
• Findings indicate potential for improved deep-tissue phototherapy applications.

Abstract