Author(s):
Lakshmy V, Somanathan T, Rajkumar T, Sasieekhumar A.R
Email(s):
soma.sbs@vistas.ac.in
DOI:
10.52711/0974-360X.2026.00159 
Address:
Lakshmy V1, Somanathan T1*, Rajkumar T1, Sasieekhumar A.R2
1Department of Chemistry, School of Sciences, Vels Institute of Science Technology and Advanced Studies (VISTAS), Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India.
2Department of Chemistry, Vinayaka Mission’s Kirupananda Variyar Engineering College, Vinayaka Mission’s Research Foundation (Deemed to be University), Sankari Main Road, Salem, Tamil Nadu, India.
*Corresponding Author
Published In:
Volume - 19,
Issue - 3,
Year - 2026
ABSTRACT:
CQDs have emerged as encouraging materials for numerous uses due to their exceptional optical and electronic properties. In this study, we explore an eco-friendly approach to fabricate CQDs using waste fruit extract as a precursor. The fabrication process involves simple and cost-effective steps, making it appropriate for scale up. The obtained CQDs are analysed utilizing spectroscopic and microscopic techniques to know the structural and optical properties. Besides, the antibacterial activities of CQDs were screened against aquatic Gram-negative (Klebsiella pneumoniae and Proteus vulgaris) microbial organisms. This research highlights the innovative use of agricultural waste in nanomaterial synthesis, contributing to sustainable and green chemistry practices.
Cite this article:
Lakshmy V, Somanathan T, Rajkumar T, Sasieekhumar A.R. Fabrication and Characterization of Carbon Quantum Dots from Waste Fruit Extract and Study their Antibacterial Activity. Research Journal Pharmacy and Technology. 2026;19(3):1125-9. doi: 10.52711/0974-360X.2026.00159
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Lakshmy V, Somanathan T, Rajkumar T, Sasieekhumar A.R. Fabrication and Characterization of Carbon Quantum Dots from Waste Fruit Extract and Study their Antibacterial Activity. Research Journal Pharmacy and Technology. 2026;19(3):1125-9. doi: 10.52711/0974-360X.2026.00159 Available on: https://www.rjptonline.org/AbstractView.aspx?PID=2026-19-3-20
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