Download or read book Formation Mechanism of Monodisperse Colloidal Semiconductor Quantum Dots written by Matthew William Greenberg and published by . This book was released on 2020 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Nevertheless, to address this relative dearth of conventional spectroscopic probes, here we explore the use of X-ray Total Scattering real space Pair Distribution Function (PDF) analysis and Small Angle X-ray Scattering (SAXS) techniques to directly probe the crystallization process in-situ. Time-resolved measurements of the small angle reciprocal space scattering data allow mapping of the time evolution of the colloidal size and concentration of the crystals during synthesis, while the Fourier transform of scattering data over a wide range of reciprocal space provides direct insight into the local structure. Through this approach, we compare direct observations of these nucleation and growth processes to the widely cited theoretical models of these processes (Classical Nucleation Theory and LaMer "Burst Nucleation") and find a number of stark differences between these widely cited theories and our experiments. The first two chapters cover the results of these ??-???? diffraction studies.

Download or read book Colloidal Quantum Dot Optoelectronics and Photovoltaics written by Gerasimos Konstantatos and published by Cambridge University Press. This book was released on 2013-11-07 with total page 329 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Captures the most up-to-date research in the field, written in an accessible style by the world's leading experts.

Download or read book Semiconductor Nanocrystal Quantum Dots written by Andrey Rogach and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2008-09-02 with total page 374 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is the first book to specifically focus on semiconductor nanocrystals, and address their synthesis and assembly, optical properties and spectroscopy, and potential areas of nanocrystal-based devices. The enormous potential of nanoscience to impact on industrial output is now clear. Over the next two decades, much of the science will transfer into new products and processes. One emerging area where this challenge will be very successfully met is the field of semiconductor nanocrystals. Also known as colloidal quantum dots, their unique properties have attracted much attention in the last twenty years.

Download or read book Colloidal Semiconductor Nanocrystals Synthesis Properties and Applications written by Vladimir Lesnyak and published by Frontiers Media SA. This book was released on 2020-01-06 with total page 110 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Colloidal Synthesis and Optical Characterization of Monodisperse CdSe Semiconductor Quantum Dots written by Jason R. Seifter and published by . This book was released on 2006 with total page 77 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Semiconductor Quantum Dots written by Mark Green and published by Royal Society of Chemistry. This book was released on 2014 with total page 285 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Postgraduates and experienced researchers will benefit from the comprehensive nature of the book, as will manufacturers of quantum dots and those wishing to apply them.

Download or read book Semiconductor Nanocrystals written by Peter Matthew Allen and published by . This book was released on 2010 with total page 135 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The primary focus of this thesis is the synthesis and applications of semiconductor nanocrystals, or quantum dots (QDs). Novel synthetic routes to ternary 1-III-VI QDs are presented, and we report the first highly luminescent Cu-In-Se QDs spanning the red to near-infrared region. The synthetic method is modular and is extended to Ag-In-Se, Cu-In-Zn-S, and Ag-In-Zn-S QDs, luminescent from the blue to near-infrared. The development of new core-shell InAs(ZnCdS) QDs is discussed in the context of making highly fluorescent, stable biological probes in the near-infrared region. Applications in biological systems from cellular labeling to sentinel lymph node mapping are demonstrated. In addition, we present new methods for doping InAs QDs in order to control carrier type through the introduction of acceptor defects such as cadmium. The synthesis and characterization of n and p type InAs QDs is discussed. In order to understand the differences in size distributions with current III-V QD synthetic procedures and II-VI and IV-VI QD syntheses we have explored the molecular mechanisms that lead to the formation of InP and InAs QDs. We find that current III-V QD syntheses result in the depletion of molecular precursors immediately following nucleation, preventing growth from molecular precursors, thus failing to meet the a key criterion for a monodisperse colloidal synthesis in the Dinegar and LaMer model. In the conclusion of this thesis, we explore the electrically controlled solution-liquid-solid (EC-SLS) synthesis of InP nanowires. Using the EC-SLS method, we are able to controllably place n type InP nanowires into field effect transistor geometries.

Download or read book Semiconductor Nanocrystals written by Alexander L. Efros and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2013-06-29 with total page 277 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A physics book that covers the optical properties of quantum-confined semiconductor nanostructures from both the theoretical and experimental points of view together with technological applications. Topics to be reviewed include quantum confinement effects in semiconductors, optical adsorption and emission properties of group IV, III-V, II-VI semiconductors, deep-etched and self assembled quantum dots, nanoclusters, and laser applications in optoelectronics.

Download or read book Synthesis and Structure of Colloidal Quantum Dots written by Ingrid Joylyn Paredes and published by American Chemical Society. This book was released on 2023-06-15 with total page 120 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Nanotechnology is an interdisciplinary field comprising materials scientists, chemists, physicists, and engineers dedicated to understanding the chemistry behind the associated synthesis, purification, modification, and applications. Already, nanotechnology has been instrumental to advances in medicine, electronics, catalysis, and cosmetics. The work of nanotechnologists has enabled society to move from the current “Silicon Age” into a new “Nano Age.” These alternatives to Si-based technologies are expected to combine the optoelectronic properties of bulk inorganic semiconductors with the benefits of additive device manufacturing—low cost, large area, and solution-based processes. This primer focuses on a class of nanomaterials known as colloidal quantum dots. Known for their solution processability and size-dependent optoelectronic properties, the study of colloidal quantum dots has garnered significant attention from the research community. The goal of this primer is to equip newcomers with the introductory knowledge and tools necessary to enter the field. As such, the scope of our work focuses on the synthesis and characterization of quantum dots; where possible, we point the reader to further reading specific to applications.

Download or read book Colloidal Quantum Dot Light Emitting Diodes written by Hong Meng and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2024-02-20 with total page 405 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Explore all the core components for the commercialization of quantum dot light emitting diodes Quantum dot light emitting diodes (QDLEDs) are a technology with the potential to revolutionize solid-state lighting and displays. Due to the many applications of semiconductor nanocrystals, of which QDLEDs are an example, they also hold the potential to be adapted into other emerging semiconducting technologies. As a result, it is critical that the next generation of engineers and materials scientists understand these diodes and their latest developments. Colloidal Quantum Dot Light Emitting Diodes: Materials and Devices offers a comprehensive introduction to this subject and its most recent research advancements. Beginning with a summary of the theoretical foundations and the basic methods for chemically synthesizing colloidal semiconductor quantum dots, it identifies existing and future applications for these groundbreaking technologies. The result is tailored to produce a thorough understanding of this area of research. Colloidal Quantum Dot Light Emitting Diodes readers will also find: An author with decades of experience in the field of organic electronics Detailed discussion of topics including advanced display technologies, the patent portfolio and commercial considerations, and more Strategies and design techniques for improving device performance Colloidal Quantum Dot Light Emitting Diodes is ideal for material scientists, electronics engineers, inorganic and solid-state chemists, solid-state and semiconductor physicists, photochemists, and surface chemists, as well as the libraries that support these professionals.

Download or read book The Colloidal Chemistry Synthesis and Electron Microscopy Characterization of Shape controlled Metal and Semiconductor Nanocrystals written by Adam Biacchi and published by . This book was released on 2014 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Solution methods of materials synthesis have found application in a variety of fields due to the diversity of products accessible, facility of process scalability, and the ease of tuning their properties through prudent selection of reaction conditions. Control of experimental variables during the formation of colloidally stable nanoscale solids within a liquid matrix allows for tailoring of the particles' characteristics, including shape, size, composition, and surface chemistry. In this dissertation, I will discuss how the manipulation of reaction chemistries can be used to synthesize shape-controlled metal and semiconductor colloidal nanocrystals. Further, I will elaborate on the mechanisms by which these particles form from molecular precursors and describe how their properties can differ from their bulk analogues through extensive characterization, especially using transmission electron microscopy. These studies contribute to the continued development of chemical routes to nanocrystals and their application as functional materials.First, I will review recent advances in the synthesis and characterization of shape-controlled nanocrystals, as well as highlight their promising applicability in a number of emerging technologies. These principles will then be leveraged to the specific case of catalytically-active rhodium nanocrystals, which can be synthesized with morphological and dimensional control using a polyol solution-mediated strategy. I describe an innovative shape-controlled synthesis to monodisperse colloidal rhodium icosahedra, cubes, triangular plates, and octahedra using this route. Additionally, new insights into the important role of the polyol reducing solvent on the synthesis of these nanocrystals are revealed, and how these might be exploited to engender superior reaction control and novel products.Next, I will describe how a crystallization mechanism was established for the synthesis of numerous morphologies of noble metal nanocrystals. I present a thorough analysis of the synthesis of shape-controlled rhodium nanocrystals, using extensive transmission electron microscopy characterization, and relate these findings to one of the primary synthetic levers available in the polyol synthesis: the anionic ligands present. Further, I show that the crystallization process proceeds by a nonclassical mechanism in which cluster particles serve as a stable intermediate between molecular precursors and the final product. I then apply these principles to the shape-controlled synthesis of other noble metal nanocrystals before expounding a generalized formation mechanism in the polyol synthesis of colloidal metal nanocrystals. Finally, I will highlight my efforts in the designed synthesis and characterization of colloidal tin(II) sulfide (SnS) semiconducting "quantum dot" nanocrystals. I describe a route for the solution synthesis of monodisperse colloidal SnS nanosheets, nanocubes, and nanospherical polyhedra in high yield. Further, detailed crystallographic characterization of these nanocrystals using transmission electron microscopy indicates that their atomic structure possesses a previously-unreported nanoscale deviation from the bulk phase. Additionally, I show that their electronic and photocatalytic properties of these quantum dots are both shape-dependent and distinct from bulk SnS.

Download or read book Nanocrystal Quantum Dots written by Victor I. Klimov and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2017-12-19 with total page 485 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A review of recent advancements in colloidal nanocrystals and quantum-confined nanostructures, Nanocrystal Quantum Dots is the second edition of Semiconductor and Metal Nanocrystals: Synthesis and Electronic and Optical Properties, originally published in 2003. This new title reflects the book’s altered focus on semiconductor nanocrystals. Gathering contributions from leading researchers, this book contains new chapters on carrier multiplication (generation of multiexcitons by single photons), doping of semiconductor nanocrystals, and applications of nanocrystals in biology. Other updates include: New insights regarding the underlying mechanisms supporting colloidal nanocrystal growth A revised general overview of multiexciton phenomena, including spectral and dynamical signatures of multiexcitons in transient absorption and photoluminescence Analysis of nanocrystal-specific features of multiexciton recombination A review of the status of new field of carrier multiplication Expanded coverage of theory, covering the regime of high-charge densities New results on quantum dots of lead chalcogenides, with a focus studies of carrier multiplication and the latest results regarding Schottky junction solar cells Presents useful examples to illustrate applications of nanocrystals in biological labeling, imaging, and diagnostics The book also includes a review of recent progress made in biological applications of colloidal nanocrystals, as well as a comparative analysis of the advantages and limitations of techniques for preparing biocompatible quantum dots. The authors summarize the latest developments in the synthesis and understanding of magnetically doped semiconductor nanocrystals, and they present a detailed discussion of issues related to the synthesis, magneto-optics, and photoluminescence of doped colloidal nanocrystals as well. A valuable addition to the pantheon of literature in the field of nanoscience, this book presents pioneering research from experts whose work has led to the numerous advances of the past several years.

Download or read book Ternary Quantum Dots written by Oluwatobi Samuel Oluwafemi and published by Woodhead Publishing. This book was released on 2021-07-02 with total page 282 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ternary Quantum Dots: Synthesis, Properties, and Applications reviews the latest advances in ternary (I-III-VI) chalcopyrite quantum dots (QDs), along with their synthesis, properties and applications. Sections address the fundamental key concepts of ternary quantum dots, progress in synthesis strategies (i.e., organic and aqueous synthesis), and characterization methods (i.e., transmission electron microscopy, dynamic light scattering, etc.). Properties of ternary quantum dots are comprehensively reviewed, including optical, chemical and physical properties. The factors and mechanisms of the cytotoxicity of ternary quantum dot-based nanomaterials are also described. Since ternary chalcopyrite quantum dots are less toxic and more environmentally benign than conventional binary II-VI chalcogenide quantum dots, they are being investigated to replace conventional quantum dots in a range of applications. Thus, this book reviews QDs in various applications, such as solar cells, photocatalytic, sensors and bio-applications. - Reviews fundamental concepts of ternary quantum dots and quantum dot-nanocomposites including the most relevant synthesis strategies, key properties, and characterization techniques - Delves into the cytotoxicity of quantum dots looking at the factors and mechanisms that influence cytotoxicity including demonstration of cytotoxicity assays for in vitro and in vivo tests - Touches on the many applications of ternary quantum dots including biomedical applications, applications in solar cells, sensing applications, and photocatalytic applications

Download or read book Colloidal Quantum Dot Optoelectronics and Photovoltaics written by Gerasimos Konstantatos and published by Cambridge University Press. This book was released on 2013-11-07 with total page 478 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Capturing the most up-to-date research in colloidal quantum dot (CQD) devices, this book is written in an accessible style by the world's leading experts. The application of CQDs in solar cells, photodetectors and light-emitting diodes (LEDs) has developed rapidly over recent years, promising to transform the future of clean energy, communications, and displays. This complete guide to the field provides researchers, students and practitioners alike with everything they need to understand these developments and begin contributing to future applications. Introductory chapters summarise the fundamental physics and chemistry, whilst later chapters review the developments that have propelled the field forwards, systematically working through key device advances. The science of CQD films is explained through the latest physical models of semiconductor transport, trapping and recombination, whilst the engineering of organic and inorganic multilayered materials is shown to have enabled major advances in the brightness and efficiency of CQD LEDs.

Download or read book Introduction to Nanoscale Science and Technology written by Massimiliano Ventra and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2006-04-11 with total page 608 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the reviews: "...A class in nanoscale science and technology is daunting for the educator, who must organize a large collection of materials to cover the field, and for the student, who must absorb all the new concepts. This textbook is an excellent resource that allows students from any engineering background to quickly understand the foundations and exciting advances of the field. The example problems with answers and the long list of references in each chapter are a big plus for course tutors. The book is organized into seven sections. The first, nanoscale fabrication and characterization, covers nanolithography, self-assembly, and scanning probe microscopy. Of these, we enjoyed the section on nanolithography most, as it includes many interesting details from industrial manufacturing processes. The chapter on self-assembly also provides an excellent overview by introducing six types of intermolecular interactions and the ways these can be employed to fabricate nanostructures. The second section covers nanomaterials and nanostructures. Out of its 110 pages, 45 are devoted to carbon nanotubes. Fullerenes and quantum dots each have their own chapter that focuses on the properties and applications of these nanostructures. Nanolayer, nanowire, and nanoparticle composites of metals and semiconductors are briefly covered (just 12 pages), with slightly more discussion of specific applications. The section on nanoscale electronics begins with a history of microelectronics before discussing the difficulties in shrinking transistor size further. The discussion of problems (leakage current, hot electrons, doping fluctuations, etc.) and possible solutions (high- k dielectrics, double-gate devices) could easily motivate deeper discussions of nanoscale electrical transport. A chapter on molecular electronics considers transport through alkanes, molecular transistors, and DNA in a simple, qualitative manner we found highly instructive. Nanoscale magnetic systems are examined in the fourth section. The concept of quantum computation is nicely presented, although the discussion of how this can be achieved with controlled spin states is (perhaps necessarily) not clear. We found the chapter on magnetic storage to be one of the most lucid in the book. The giant magnetoresistive effect, operation of spin valves, and issues in magnetic scaling are easier to understand when placed in the context of the modern magnetic hard disk drive. Micro- and nanoelectromechanical systems are covered with an emphasis on the integration of sensing, computation, and communication. Here, the student can see advanced applications of lithography. The sixth section, nanoscale optoelectronics, describes quantum dots, organic optoelectronics, and photonic crystals. The chapter on organic optoelectronics is especially clear in its discussion of the fundamentals of this complicated field. The book concludes with an overview of nanobiotechnology that covers biomimetics, biomolecular motors, and nanofluidics. Because so many authors have contributed to this textbook, it suffers a bit from repetition. However, this also allows sections to be omitted without any adverse effect on student comprehension. We would have liked to see more technology to balance the science; apart from the chapters on lithography and magnetic storage, little more than an acknowledgment is given to commercial applications. Overall, this book serves as an excellent starting point for the study of nanoscale science and technology, and we recommend it to anyone with a modest scientific background. It is also a great vehicle to motivate the study of science at a time when interest is waning. Nanotechnology educators should look no further." (MATERIALS TODAY, June 2005)

Download or read book Quantum Dots written by Inamuddin and published by Materials Research Forum LLC. This book was released on 2021-04-05 with total page 360 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The book provides a thorough survey of current research in quantum dots synthesis, properties, and applications. The unique properties of these new nanomaterials offer multifunctional applications in such fields as photovoltaics, light-emitting diodes, field-effect transistors, lasers, photodetectors, solar cells, biomedical diagnostics and quantum computing. Keywords: Quantum Dots (QD), Photovoltaics, Light-emitting Diodes, Field-effect Transistors, Lasers, Photodetectors, Solar Cells, Biomedical Diagnostics, Quantum Computing, QD Synthesis, Carbon QDs, Graphene QDs, QD Sensors, Supercapacitors, Magnetic Quantum Dots, Cellular/Molecular Separation, Chromatographic Separation Column, Photostability, Luminescence of Carbon QDs, QD Materials for Water Treatment, Semiconductor Quantum Dots, QD Drug Delivery, Antibacterial Quantum Dots.

Download or read book Semiconductor Nanocrystals written by Zheng Li and published by . This book was released on 2012 with total page 308 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The bottom-up colloidal synthesis opened up the possibility of finely tuning and tailoring the semiconductor nanocrystals. Numerous recipes were developed for the preparation of colloidal semiconductor nanocrystals, especially the traditional quantum dots. However, due to the lack of thorough understanding to those systems, the synthesis chemistry is still on the empirical level. CdS quantum dots synthesis in non-coordinating solvent were taken as a model system to investigate its molecular mechanism and formation process, ODE was identified as the reducing agent for the preparation of CdS nanocrystals, non-injection and low-temperature synthesis methods developed. In this model system, we not only proved it's possible to systematically study the formation procedure of semiconductor nanocrystals, the insight learned during the research but also enhanced our understanding to this delicate system and promoted the development of synthetic chemistry. Although quantum dots could be routinely prepared in the lab with mature recipes, the colloidal semiconductor quantum well type materials are still hard to fathom. CdSe quantum disks structure was thoroughly analyzed with polar axes as the growth direction along the thickness direction, with both basal planes ended with Cd atom layer, which was coordinated with carboxylate ligands. Besides, four different thickness CdS quantum disks were prepared, its size-dependent lattice dilation, extremely sharp band-edge emission, and two-order of magnitude faster photoluminescence decay compared to quantum dots was investigated.