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Researchers from the National Institute of Technology Srinagar have published a report on the use of persistent luminescent (PerLum) nanostructures in cancer theranostics, biomedical imaging, and security applications. These nanostructures possess unique properties such as extended afterglow and rechargeable luminescence, making them ideal for bio-imaging and therapeutics. They have also been used in anti-counterfeiting, latent fingerprinting, and other fields. The review article discusses the mechanisms, fabrication techniques, and properties of these nanostructures, with a focus on recent advances in cancer theranostics. The research also explores the use of persistent luminescent nanoparticles for anti-counterfeiting and latent fingerprinting. [Extracted from the article]

A study conducted by researchers at the National Institute of Technology Srinagar in Jammu Kashmir, India, focused on the structural and photoluminescent properties of Gd3+-doped barium aluminate phosphor. The researchers synthesized the phosphor using a solid-state technique and confirmed its hexagonal structure through X-ray powder diffraction. They also analyzed the shape, distribution, and agglomeration of the samples using scanning electron microscopy and energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy. The study found that the phosphor exhibited a strong emission peak in the Ultraviolet-B wavelength range, which could potentially be used for phototherapy to treat skin problems. The research was funded by various organizations, including the Department of Science & Technology in India and the National Research Foundation in South Africa. [Extracted from the article]