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US 2013/0129632 A1Published application
Quantum dot materials, methods for making them, and uses thereof
OwnerKam W. Leong, Chai-Hoon Quekinventors
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Abstract
The disclosure provides quantum dot materials, compositions and methods useful in the treatment of various disorders. In particular, the disclosure provides cadmium-free and lead-free quantum dots.
Claims26
A quantum dot material comprising a plurality of particles, each particle comprising
- a core having the formula Zn1-xAgxY in which Y is S, Se or Te, and x is 0.001-0.05;
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- at least a partial layer of stabilizing ligand substantially surrounding the core, the stabilizing ligand being glutathione, thioglycolic acid, 3-mercaptopropionic acid, mercaptoethanol, 3-mercaptopropane-1,2-diol, thiolactic acid, cysteine, cysteamine, or a combination thereof;
- wherein the particles have an average diameter in the range of about 2 nm to about 50 nm.
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