Reports from South China University of Technology Add New Data to Findings in Biotechnology (Main Group Elements Activated Near-infrared Photonic Materials).

A report from the South China University of Technology discusses the use of near-infrared (NIR) photonic materials in various applications such as telecommunications and laser radar. The report focuses on photonic materials activated by main group elements, which have unique spectral features and are becoming increasingly important in NIR emitting dopants. The report explores the energy level characteristics and luminescence properties of these materials, as well as the design strategies based on local chemical environment engineering. It also highlights recent advances and future research trends in this field. The research concludes by presenting the opportunities and challenges of main group elements activated materials. [Extracted from the article]