Facile preparation and multifunctional applications of boron nitride quantum dots

Abstract

Boron nitride quantum dots are obtained by a facile sonication–solvothermal technique. They are proven to be promising fluorescent bioimaging probes for bioimaging with remarkably low cytotoxicity and easily integrated into high-performance proton exchange membranes. This work will probably trigger research interest in BN and its new applications in a variety of fields.