A highly selective phenothiazine–terpyridine chemosensor for Zn 2+ : from molecular design to real-time plant and water applications

New Journal of Chemistry 2026

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Authors: Dhandapani Vinayagam, karpagam subramanian
DOI: 10.1039/d6nj01534d
Cited by: 1
References: 32

Abstract

PTH-TER-1 achieves ultra-trace Zn 2+ detection via terpyridine-based complexation, enabling sensitive fluorescence response and practical analysis of paddy root and water samples.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Analytical Chemistry and Sensors Molecular Sensors and Ion Detection Plant Micronutrient Interactions and Effects

Publication details

Journal / source
New Journal of Chemistry
Publisher
Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC)
Volume
50
Issue
28
Pages
11740–11748
Publication date
1 January 2026
Language
EN