Diamond nanoparticles as photoluminescent nanoprobes for biology and near-field optics

TL;DR

This paper explores the use of sub-50 nm diamond nanoparticles as stable, photoluminescent nanoprobes to improve spatial resolution in near-field optical microscopy.

Contribution

It demonstrates the potential of diamond nanoparticles as stable, photoluminescent nanoprobes for near-field optical microscopy applications.

Findings

Diamond nanoparticles under 50 nm can serve as stable photoluminescent nanoprobes.

These nanoprobes can be attached to near-field microscope tips.

Potential for enhanced spatial resolution in optical imaging.

Abstract

We present results showing the potential of diamond nanoparticles with size less than 50 nm as photoluminescent nanoprobes for serving as stable point-like emitters attached at the tip apex of a near-field optical microscope to achieve enhanced spatial resolution.