Shape/size controlling syntheses, properties and applications of two-dimensional noble metal nanocrystals

Abstract

Two dimensional (2D) nanocrystals of noble metals (e.g., Au, Ag, Pt) often have unique structural and environmental properties which make them useful for applications in electronics, optics, sensors and biomedicines. In recent years, there has been a focus on discovering the fundamental mechanisms which govern the synthesis of the diverse geometries of these 2D metal nanocrystals (e.g., shapes, thickness, and lateral sizes). This has resulted in being able to better control the properties of these 2D structures for specific applications. In this review, a brief historical survey of the intrinsic anisotropic properties and quantum size effects of 2D noble metal nanocrystals is given and then a summary of synthetic approaches to control their shapes and sizes is presented. The unique properties and fascinating applications of these nanocrystals are also discussed.

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Keywords

two-dimension / noble metal / nanocrystal / surface plasmon / controllable synthesis

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Acknowledgements

National Key Technology R&D Program of the Ministry of Science and Technology (No. 2015BAD14B06), National Natural Science Foundation of China (Grant No. 21474125), Shandong Collaborative Innovation Center for Marine Biomass Fiber Materials and Textiles and Chinese “1000 Youth Talent Program” are kindly acknowledged for financial support.

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