Optimization of nonlinear optical properties of ZnO micro and nanocrystals for biophotonics

The defect and impurity states in ZnO nanocrystals synthesized using the plasma arc technique can be modified to optimize the nonlinear optical properties for optoelectronic and biophotonic applications. Highly efficient second harmonic signals over a wide range of near-infrared wavelengths, spanning from 735 nm-980 nm, has been observed and can be used in biological imaging. The use of further high energy excitation ranging from 700 nm-755 nm leads to two-photon absorption and yields broadband two photon emission extending from the 370 nm-450 nm wavelength regime which can be useful for therapeutic applications.

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