Simple conjugated polymer nanoparticles as biological labels

Green, M., Howes, P., Berry, C.C. , Argyros, O. and Thanou, M. (2009) Simple conjugated polymer nanoparticles as biological labels. Proceedings of the Royal Society of London Series A: Mathematical, Physical and Engineering Sciences, 465(2109), pp. 2751-2759. (doi: 10.1098/rspa.2009.0181)

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Publisher's URL: http://dx.doi.org/10.1098/rspa.2009.0181

Abstract

The use of nanoparticles in biology, especially in cellular imaging, is extremely promising and offers numerous advantages over existing organic dye systems. There are, however, constraints that need to be addressed before the use of such materials in mainstream clinical applications can be realized. One of the main concerns is the use of metal-containing particles that are potentially toxic or interfere with other diagnostic processes. Here, we present the use of simple conjugated polymer nanoparticles as alternative photostable cellular optical imaging agents.

Item Type:Articles
Status:Published
Refereed:Yes
Glasgow Author(s) Enlighten ID:Berry, Dr Catherine
Authors: Green, M., Howes, P., Berry, C.C., Argyros, O., and Thanou, M.
College/School:College of Medical Veterinary and Life Sciences > School of Molecular Biosciences
Journal Name:Proceedings of the Royal Society of London Series A: Mathematical, Physical and Engineering Sciences
ISSN:1364-5021
ISSN (Online):1471-2946
Published Online:24 June 2009

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Project CodeAward NoProject NamePrincipal InvestigatorFunder's NameFunder RefLead Dept
400431Functionalised Gold and Semiconductor (quantum dot) nanoparticles for applications in cell and tissue engineeringCatherine BerryRoyal Society (ROYSOC)502008.K658/smInstitute of Molecular Cell and Systems Biology