Holey optical fibers (e.g. photonic fibers, random-hole fibers) are fabricated with quantum dots disposed in the holes. The quantum dots can provide light amplification and sensing functions, for example. When used for sensing, the dots will experience altered optical properties (e.g. altered fluorescence...http://www.google.fr/patents/US7054513?utm_source=gb-gplus-shareBrevet US7054513 - Optical fiber with quantum dots
