Hybrid charge transfer complex–silver nanoparticles for portable colorimetric and fluorescence detection of aflatoxin B1 in contaminated peanuts

New Journal of Chemistry 2026

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Authors: Sonam Shakya, Ishaat M. Khan, Mohd Anas, Maidul Islam, Moamen S. Refat
DOI: 10.1039/d5nj04420k
Cited by: 4
References: 64

Abstract

Silver-incorporated charge transfer complex nanoparticles (CTAg) enable detection of aflatoxin B1 through fluorescence quenching (FRET–DET) and portable paper-strip colorimetry, offering a rapid and low-cost tool for food safety monitoring.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Mycotoxins in Agriculture and Food Advanced Nanomaterials in Catalysis Melamine detection and toxicity

Publication details

Journal / source
New Journal of Chemistry
Publisher
Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC)
Volume
50
Issue
9
Pages
4116–4134
Publication date
1 January 2026
Language
EN