Integration of Functional Materials in Photonic and Optoelectronic Technologies for Advanced Medical Diagnostics
Integrating functional materials with photonic and optoelectronic technologies has revolutionized medical diagnostics, enhancing imaging and sensing capabilities. This review provides a comprehensive overview of recent innovations in functional materials, such as quantum dots, perovskites, plasmonic...
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| description | Integrating functional materials with photonic and optoelectronic technologies has revolutionized medical diagnostics, enhancing imaging and sensing capabilities. This review provides a comprehensive overview of recent innovations in functional materials, such as quantum dots, perovskites, plasmonic nanomaterials, and organic semiconductors, which have been instrumental in the development of diagnostic devices characterized by high sensitivity, specificity, and resolution. Their unique optical properties enable real-time monitoring of biological processes, advancing early disease detection and personalized treatment. However, challenges such as material stability, reproducibility, scalability, and environmental sustainability remain critical barriers to their clinical translation. Breakthroughs such as green synthesis, continuous flow production, and advanced surface engineering are addressing these limitations, paving the way for next-generation diagnostic tools. This article highlights the transformative potential of interdisciplinary research in overcoming these challenges and emphasizes the importance of sustainable and scalable strategies for harnessing functional materials in medical diagnostics. The ultimate goal is to inspire further innovation in the field, enabling the creation of practical, cost-effective, and environmentally friendly diagnostic solutions. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-34264563c9204edda59fd4274eb95ef12025-01-24T13:25:31ZengMDPI AGBiosensors2079-63742025-01-011513810.3390/bios15010038Integration of Functional Materials in Photonic and Optoelectronic Technologies for Advanced Medical DiagnosticsNaveen Thanjavur0Laxmi Bugude1Young-Joon Kim2Department of Electronic Engineering, Gachon University, Seongnam 13120, Republic of KoreaDr. Buddolla’s Institute of Life Sciences, A Unit of Dr. Buddolla’s Research and Educational Society, Tirupati 517506, IndiaDepartment of Electronic Engineering, Gachon University, Seongnam 13120, Republic of KoreaIntegrating functional materials with photonic and optoelectronic technologies has revolutionized medical diagnostics, enhancing imaging and sensing capabilities. This review provides a comprehensive overview of recent innovations in functional materials, such as quantum dots, perovskites, plasmonic nanomaterials, and organic semiconductors, which have been instrumental in the development of diagnostic devices characterized by high sensitivity, specificity, and resolution. Their unique optical properties enable real-time monitoring of biological processes, advancing early disease detection and personalized treatment. However, challenges such as material stability, reproducibility, scalability, and environmental sustainability remain critical barriers to their clinical translation. Breakthroughs such as green synthesis, continuous flow production, and advanced surface engineering are addressing these limitations, paving the way for next-generation diagnostic tools. This article highlights the transformative potential of interdisciplinary research in overcoming these challenges and emphasizes the importance of sustainable and scalable strategies for harnessing functional materials in medical diagnostics. The ultimate goal is to inspire further innovation in the field, enabling the creation of practical, cost-effective, and environmentally friendly diagnostic solutions.https://www.mdpi.com/2079-6374/15/1/38photonic devicesoptoelectronic devicesfunctional materialsmedical diagnosticsadvanced imaging technologies |
| spellingShingle | Naveen Thanjavur Laxmi Bugude Young-Joon Kim Integration of Functional Materials in Photonic and Optoelectronic Technologies for Advanced Medical Diagnostics Biosensors photonic devices optoelectronic devices functional materials medical diagnostics advanced imaging technologies |
| title | Integration of Functional Materials in Photonic and Optoelectronic Technologies for Advanced Medical Diagnostics |
| title_full | Integration of Functional Materials in Photonic and Optoelectronic Technologies for Advanced Medical Diagnostics |
| title_fullStr | Integration of Functional Materials in Photonic and Optoelectronic Technologies for Advanced Medical Diagnostics |
| title_full_unstemmed | Integration of Functional Materials in Photonic and Optoelectronic Technologies for Advanced Medical Diagnostics |
| title_short | Integration of Functional Materials in Photonic and Optoelectronic Technologies for Advanced Medical Diagnostics |
| title_sort | integration of functional materials in photonic and optoelectronic technologies for advanced medical diagnostics |
| topic | photonic devices optoelectronic devices functional materials medical diagnostics advanced imaging technologies |
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