M. A. Shipman, K. J. Ramhit and B. A. Blight
J. Mater. Chem. B, 2016,4, 3043-3045
DOI:
10.1039/C5TB02469B,
Communication
Open Access Learn more..Dipicolinic acid (DPA) is a distinctive biomarker for bacterial spores. Here, we present the successful demonstration of dramatic Switch-OFF sensing of DPA using an easily synthesised Eu(III) phosphor applied primarily in light-emitting devices. The sensor in the presence of water and phosphate is also demonstrated to be effective.
