Issue 31, 2024

Probing surface interactions in CdSe quantum dots with thiocyanate ligands

Abstract

Surface chemistry dictates the optoelectronic properties of semiconductor quantum dots (QDs). Tailoring these properties relies on the meticulous selection of surface ligands for efficient passivation. While long-chain organic ligands boast a well-understood passivation mechanism, the intricacies of short inorganic ionic ligands remain largely unexplored. This study sheds light on the surface-passivation mechanism of short inorganic ligands, particularly focusing on SCN ions on CdSe QDs. Employing steady-state and time-resolved infrared spectroscopic techniques, we elucidated the surface-ligand interactions and coordination modes of SCN-capped CdSe QDs. Comparative analysis with studies on CdS QDs unveils intriguing insights into the coordination behavior and passivation efficacy of SCN ions on Cd2+ rich QD surfaces. Our results reveal the requirement of both surface-bound (strong binding) and weakly-interacting interfacial SCN ions for effective CdSe QD passivation. Beyond fostering a deeper understanding of surface-ligand interactions and highlighting the importance of a comprehensive exploration of ligand chemistries, this study holds implications for optimizing QD performance across diverse applications.

Graphical abstract: Probing surface interactions in CdSe quantum dots with thiocyanate ligands

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Article information

Article type
Paper
Submitted
06 এপ্রিল 2024
Accepted
20 জুন 2024
First published
03 জুলাই 2024

Nanoscale, 2024,16, 14922-14931

Probing surface interactions in CdSe quantum dots with thiocyanate ligands

S. H. Deshmukh, S. Yadav, T. Chowdhury, A. Pathania, S. Sapra and S. Bagchi, Nanoscale, 2024, 16, 14922 DOI: 10.1039/D4NR01507J

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