Synthesis, Chemical-Physical Properties and Applications of Quantum Dots Nanocrystals
A special issue of Nanomaterials (ISSN 2079-4991). This special issue belongs to the section "Physical Chemistry at Nanoscale".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 20 May 2025 | Viewed by 1532
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Interests: synthesis and characterization of heterostructured nanomaterials; quantum dots; J-aggregates; colloidal synthesis; photocatalysis
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Dear Colleagues,
Colloidal quantum dots (QDs), semiconductor nanocrystals with dimensions on the nanometer scale, exhibit extraordinary quantum mechanics properties. They show controllable optical and electronic characteristics, finely tuned through the manipulation of their composition and crystal structure. Their unique features enable the engineering of materials with adjustable light absorption, bright emission of pure colors, and versatile tuning of chemical and physical functions.
Since their discovery, QDs have garnered significant attention in academia and industry, catalyzing advancements across various technologies, including solar energy conversion, light-emitting devices, bioimaging, photocatalysis, and quantum computing. In recognition of their impact, the Nobel Prize in Chemistry 2023 was awarded for the discovery and development of QDs.
We invite researchers to contribute to this Special Issue, focusing on research papers (including articles and reviews) related to the synthesis and advanced physical and chemical properties of semiconductor nanocrystals (both traditional and perovskite quantum dots) and their applications.
We look forward to receiving your valuable contributions.
Dr. Francesca Stefania Freyria
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- quantum dots
- semiconductor
- nanocrystal
- surface effect
- electrical conductivity
- fluorescence
- optical properties
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