In situ formation of Hg2+-coordinated fluorescent nanoparticles through a supramolecular polymer network used for efficient Hg2+ sensing and separation

Abstract

There have been many new methods for synthesizing novel nanomaterials with unique functions. Herein, a novel strategy to form fluorescent nanoparticles in situ has been developed, and it can be applied to efficiently sense Hg²⁺ in living cells and also separate Hg²⁺ from water.