CdTe quantum dots (QD) have been synthesized and made water-soluble by a phase transfer reaction. These fluorescent materials have strong potential as bio-imaging materials.  The analysis of the toxicity of the QD solution has been made over a series of treatments to remove excess and harmful free Cd ions. A multi-endpoint strategy for toxicity measurement indicates that the QD toxicity differs significantly from a solution of free cadmium ions. Results for the quantum dot synthesis, the toxicity measurements, and post-synthesis treatments will be presented.

Assessing cytotoxicity of water soluble cadmium telluride (CdTe) quantum dots

251st National Meeting (2016)

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