Research Update: Progress in synthesis of nanoparticle dimers by self-assembly

Fernandez, Yuri Diaz, Sun, Lanlan, Gschneidtner, Tina and Moth-Poulsen, Kasper (2014) Research Update: Progress in synthesis of nanoparticle dimers by self-assembly APL MATERIALS, 2 (1). 010702-. ISSN 2166-532X, 2166-532X

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Abstract

This article highlights recent advances in the controlled self-assembly of nanoparticles to produce dimeric nanoparticle structures. The relevance of this emergent field is discussed in terms of recent applications in plasmonics and chemical catalysis. The concept of bond-valence applied to nanoparticles will be discussed, emphasizing some general approaches that have been successfully used to build these structures. Further, the asymmetric functionalization of nanoparticles surfaces as a path to drive selective aggregation, the use of biomolecules to self-assemble nanoparticles into dimers in solution, and the confinement of aggregates in small cavities are discussed. © 2014 Author(s).

Item Type:	Article
Uncontrolled Keywords:	40 Engineering, 4018 Nanotechnology, Bioengineering, Nanotechnology
Subjects:	?? QC ?? ?? QD ??
Depositing User:	Symplectic Admin
Date Deposited:	20 Jul 2015 09:34
Last Modified:	22 May 2026 23:28
DOI:	10.1063/1.4858295
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URI:	https://livrepository.liverpool.ac.uk/id/eprint/2016902
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