Near-Infrared Quantum Dots and Their Delicate Synthesis, Challenging Characterization, and Exciting Potential Applications
Date
2014-01
Authors
van Veggel, Frank C.J.M.
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Publisher
Chemistry of Materials
Abstract
This review articles describes the progress made over the past decade and a bit on the synthesis, characterization, and (potential) applications of quantum dots that have optical transitions in the near-infrared. It is to some extent focused on lead chalcogenide quantum dots, because most progress has been made here. In addition, the most common characterization techniques are briefly discussed, as well as current and future applications, such as in photovoltaic devices (“solar cells”), in light-emitting diodes, and as biolabels. I have tried to cite many reviews for further reading as a way to compensate for the occasional conciseness.
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Keywords
applications, characterization, near-infared quantum dots, synthesis
Citation
van Veggel, F.C.J.M. (2014). Near-Infrared Quantum Dots and Their Delicate Synthesis, Challenging Characterization, and Exciting Potential Applications. Chemistry of Materials, 26(1), 111-122.