X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy: a unique tool to determine the internal heterostructure of nanoparticles

Sarma, DD and Santra, Pralay K and Mukherjee, Sumanta and Nag, Angshuman (2013) X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy: a unique tool to determine the internal heterostructure of nanoparticles. In: Chemistry of Materials, 25 (8). pp. 1222-1232.

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Abstract

We review the existing literature on the application of X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy in the study of nanocrystals. The unique ability of this technique to provide quantitative and reliable descriptions of highly complex internal structures of a variety of nanocrystals has been discussed in detail. We show that an accurate description of the nanocrystal internal structure is crucial and a prerequisite to understand many different properties, particularly optical properties, of such nanocrystal systems. We also discuss limitations and future outlook of this technique.

Item Type:	Journal Article
Publication:	Chemistry of Materials
Publisher:	American Chemical Society
Additional Information:	Copyright of this article belongs to American Chemical Society.
Keywords:	Quantum Dot; Heterostructured Nanocrystal; Internal Structure; X-Ray Photoelectron Spectroscopy; Gradient Alloy; Luminescence
Department/Centre:	Division of Chemical Sciences > Solid State & Structural Chemistry Unit
Date Deposited:	11 Jun 2013 07:42
Last Modified:	11 Jun 2013 07:42
URI:	http://eprints.iisc.ac.in/id/eprint/46643

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