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Recent studies have demonstrated the significant potential of porous coordination polymers in encapsulating quantum dots to enhance graphene incorporation. This synergistic approach offers unique opportunities for improving the efficiency of graphene-based devices. By carefully selecting both the MOF structure and the encapsulated nanoparticles, re
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