From biomass side-product to nano-therapeutics: Characterization and anti-colitis efficacy of carbon dots originating from Nelumbinis Rhizomatis Nodus Carbonisatus.
INTRODUCTION Processing alters the efficacy of charcoal medicines, and derived carbon dots may be potential active components. This study prepared carbon dots from Nelumbinis Rhizomatis Nodus Carbonisatus (NRNCDs) to evaluate their therapeutic effects and mechanisms in ulcerative colitis (UC). METHODS NRNCDs were iso...