Colombia in the International Year of Light

Session

Afternoon Session 2 AF

19 Jun 2015, 16:00

22. Fluorescent organic nanoparticles as a new tool for in vivo bio-imaging (M)

19/06/2015, 16:00

In vivo fluorescence imaging has recently emerged as a discipline with the potential to impact fundamental biomedical research and clinical practice. Within this field, fluorescent organic nanoparticles offer several unique capabilities. A careful design allows them to combine brightness, biocompatibility and selectivity for targeted tissues. They can therefore provide real-time visualization...