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Herein, we present a pioneering approach to enhancing Förster resonance energy transfer (FRET) efficiency through the synergistic integration of cetyltrimethylammonium bromide (CTAB) surfactants and ZnS quantum dots (QDs) within a zinc quinolate complex (ZQC)-dye (Rhodamine B: RhB) system. FRET efficiency is elevated from 13.1% to 49% with surfactants alone and further to an impressive 93.6% with the addition of QDs. This advancement highlights the vital role of chemical environment modifications in regulating energy transfer mechanisms. Employing nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) and Fourier-transform infrared (FTIR) spectroscopy alongside density functional theory (DFT) calculations, the study provides comprehensive insights into molecular interactions, electronic behavior, and structural transformations driving enhanced energy transfer. The findings set a benchmark for high-performance FRET systems, offering a robust platform for applications in bioimaging, biosensors, optoelectronics, and nanophotonics. By blending experimental innovation with theoretical validation, this work paves the way for transformative advancements in optical- and nanomaterial-based technologies.
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Anal Chim Acta
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School of Materials Science and Engineering, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, University of Jinan, Jinan, China. Electronic address:
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Department of Chemistry, Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond, Virginia, USA.
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College of Photonics, School of Optoelectronic Science and Engineering, South China Normal University, Tianhe District, Guangzhou 510898, China.
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