Combining metal nanoclusters and carbon nanomaterials: Opportunities and challenges in advanced nanohybrids

• Type: Article in International Scientific Journal
• Date: 2022

Authors

Lopes, RCFG (Author) Other; Rocha, BGM (Author) Other; Macoas, EMS (Author) Other; Eduardo F Marques (Author) FCUP; Martinho, JMG (Author) Other

Journal

Title: Advances in Colloid and Interface Science

Vol. 304

ISSN: 0001-8686

Publisher: Elsevier

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Authenticus ID: P-00W-EBM

DOI: 10.1016/j.cis.2022.102667

Abstract (EN): The development of functional materials with uniquely advanced properties lies at the core of nanoscience and nanotechnology. From the myriad possible combinations of organic and/or inorganic blocks, hybrids combining metal nanoclusters and carbon nanomaterials have emerged as highly attractive colloidal materials for imaging, sensing (optical and electrochemical) and catalysis, among other applications. While the metal nanoclusters provide extraordinary luminescent and electronic properties, the carbon nanomaterials (of zero, one or two dimensions) convey versatility, as well as unique interfacial, electronic, thermal, optical, and mechanical properties, which altogether can be put to use for the desired application. Herein, we present an overview of the field, for experts and non-experts, encompassing the basic properties of the building blocks, a systematic view of the chemical preparation routes and physicochemical properties of the hybrids, and a critical analysis of their ongoing and emerging applications. Challenges and opportunities, including directions towards green chemistry approaches, are also discussed.

Language: English

Type (Professor's evaluation): Scientific

No. of pages: 30