Themed collection Nanoscale and Nanoscale Horizons: Nanoparticle Synthesis

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Bimetallic core–shell nanocrystals: opportunities and challenges

We present an overview of the opportunities provided by bimetallic core–shell nanocrystals, followed by a discussion of the challenges and promising solutions regarding the elucidation of the true surface composition and its dynamics.

Graphical abstract: Bimetallic core–shell nanocrystals: opportunities and challenges
From the themed collection: Focus article collection
Review Article

Shape control with atomic precision: anisotropic nanoclusters of noble metals

When plasmonic metal nanoparticles become smaller and smaller, a new class of nanomaterials—metal nanoclusters of atomic precision—comes to light, and recently shape control at the atomic level for new functionality has become an attractive topic.

Graphical abstract: Shape control with atomic precision: anisotropic nanoclusters of noble metals
From the themed collection: Recent Review Articles
Review Article

Functionalized nanoparticles: Tailoring properties through surface energetics and coordination chemistry for advanced biomedical applications

Significant advances in nanoparticle-related research have been made in the past decade, and amelioration of properties is considered of utmost importance for improving nanoparticle bioavailability, specificity, and catalytic performance.

Graphical abstract: Functionalized nanoparticles: Tailoring properties through surface energetics and coordination chemistry for advanced biomedical applications
From the themed collection: Recent Review Articles
Review Article

Retrospective analysis of the key molecules involved in the green synthesis of nanoparticles

Emerging nanotechnology leads to success in synthesizing and applying nanoparticles (NPs) using the green-chemistry approach.

Graphical abstract: Retrospective analysis of the key molecules involved in the green synthesis of nanoparticles
Review Article

Oleic acid/oleylamine ligand pair: a versatile combination in the synthesis of colloidal nanoparticles

Oleic acid and oleylamine are added in a solution containing suitable precursors and they can often form complexes with metal ions. These complexes may be thermally decomposed to yield ligand-coated nanoparticles with a tendency to form assemblies.

Graphical abstract: Oleic acid/oleylamine ligand pair: a versatile combination in the synthesis of colloidal nanoparticles
Review Article

Intelligent control of nanoparticle synthesis through machine learning

Machine learning-assisted synthesis of nanoparticles.

Graphical abstract: Intelligent control of nanoparticle synthesis through machine learning
Review Article

Synthesis, modification and application of titanium dioxide nanoparticles: a review

This review mainly discusses the development of TiO2-based materials including synthetic methods, dopants and structural modifications, and applications. A comprehensive analysis of the different aspects of TiO2 is described.

Graphical abstract: Synthesis, modification and application of titanium dioxide nanoparticles: a review
Review Article

Green approaches for the synthesis of metal and metal oxide nanoparticles using microbial and plant extracts

Green synthesis approaches are gaining significance as promising routes for the sustainable preparation of nanoparticles, offering reduced toxicity towards living organisms and the environment.

Graphical abstract: Green approaches for the synthesis of metal and metal oxide nanoparticles using microbial and plant extracts
Open Access Review Article

Precursor chemistry of metal nitride nanocrystals

We review the chemistry that leads or could lead to colloidal metal nitride nanocrystals, via solution-based methods.

Graphical abstract: Precursor chemistry of metal nitride nanocrystals
Review Article

Functionalized silica nanoparticles: classification, synthetic approaches and recent advances in adsorption applications

Silica nanoparticles have evolved from the field of nanotechnology to different fields of science and engineering. An overview of silica nanoparticles going from definitions to properties, synthetic approaches and applications is presented.

Graphical abstract: Functionalized silica nanoparticles: classification, synthetic approaches and recent advances in adsorption applications
Review Article

A review of the role and mechanism of surfactants in the morphology control of metal nanoparticles

The roles of surfactants in the morphology control of nanoparticles are reviewed, including dispersion, structure direct, cap, reduction, etch, and ion exchange. The application of surfactants in the synthesis of nanoparticles is prospected.

Graphical abstract: A review of the role and mechanism of surfactants in the morphology control of metal nanoparticles
Open Access Communication

Role of carboxylates in the phase determination of metal sulfide nanoparticles

At low carboxylate concentrations the sulfur source is highly reactive thiourea, which gives rise to sulfur rich nanoparticles. At high carboxylate concentrations, the sulfur source is the less reactive thiocyanate, resulting in sulfur poor phases.

Graphical abstract: Role of carboxylates in the phase determination of metal sulfide nanoparticles
From the themed collection: Nanoscale Horizons HOT Papers
Open Access Communication

Phosphinecarboxamide based InZnP QDs – an air tolerant route to luminescent III–V semiconductors

In this paper, we report the use of phosphinecarboxamide as a convenient, air and moisture tolerant group-V precursor for the simple synthesis of InP-based quantum dots.

Graphical abstract: Phosphinecarboxamide based InZnP QDs – an air tolerant route to luminescent III–V semiconductors
Open Access Communication

Colloidal synthesis of the mixed ionic–electronic conducting NaSbS2 nanocrystals

Mixed ionic-electronic conducting NaSbS2 NCs with different sizes (50 to 90 nm) and shapes (cube, quasi-spherical cuboctahedra and truncated cubes) were synthesized using a colloidal approach by systematically changing the reaction parameters.

Graphical abstract: Colloidal synthesis of the mixed ionic–electronic conducting NaSbS2 nanocrystals
Communication

Facile synthesis of high-entropy alloy nanoparticles on germanane, Ge nanoparticles and wafers

High-entropy alloy nanoparticles (HEA NPs) can be synthesized on germanane (GeNSs), Ge nanoparticles (GeNPs) and bulk Ge.

Graphical abstract: Facile synthesis of high-entropy alloy nanoparticles on germanane, Ge nanoparticles and wafers
Open Access Communication

Simple engineering of hybrid cellulose nanocrystal–gold nanoparticles results in a functional glyconanomaterial with biomolecular recognition properties

Hybrid cellulose nanocrystal-gold nanoparticles engineered with sugar headgroups is a functional glyconanomaterial that permits a direct visualization of the sugar headgroups-lectins interactions by cryo-transmission electron microscopy.

Graphical abstract: Simple engineering of hybrid cellulose nanocrystal–gold nanoparticles results in a functional glyconanomaterial with biomolecular recognition properties
Communication

Thermally driven phase transition of cobalt hydroxide sheets via cobalt oxides to cobalt nanoparticles

We investigated phase transitions of Co(OH)2 nanosheets by in situ scanning transmission electron microscopy heating experiments. The layered Co(OH)2 transformed to Co nanoparticles via CoO phases; spinel Co3O4 was formed with temperature reduction.

Graphical abstract: Thermally driven phase transition of cobalt hydroxide sheets via cobalt oxides to cobalt nanoparticles
Communication

Theoretical framework and experimental methodology to elucidate the supersaturation dynamics of nanocrystal growth

We developed theoretical and experimental methodology to characterize the supersaturation dynamics underlying nanocrystal growth. This can be used to identify supersaturation-associated shape evolutions, and predict growth profiles, of nanocrystals.

Graphical abstract: Theoretical framework and experimental methodology to elucidate the supersaturation dynamics of nanocrystal growth
From the themed collection: #RSCPoster Conference
Open Access Communication

A microfluidic approach for synthesis and kinetic profiling of branched gold nanostructures

Automatized approaches for nanoparticle synthesis and characterization represent a great asset to their applicability in the biomedical field by improving reproducibility and standardization, which will help meet the regulatory authorities' criteria.

Graphical abstract: A microfluidic approach for synthesis and kinetic profiling of branched gold nanostructures
Open Access Communication

Controlled deposition of nanoparticles with critical Casimir forces

Nanocrystal assembly represents the key step to develop next-generation optoelectronic devices with properties defined from the bottom-up. In this paper, we show that the critical Casimir effect allows direct control over superstructure morphology.

Graphical abstract: Controlled deposition of nanoparticles with critical Casimir forces
Communication

Simulated annealing fitting: a global optimization method for quantitatively analyzing growth kinetics of colloidal Ag nanoparticles

A global optimization protocol based on simulated annealing has been developed to analyze in situ growth kinetics data of colloidal nanoparticles, leading to determining the principal kinetic parameters of heterogeneous solid/liquid reactions.

Graphical abstract: Simulated annealing fitting: a global optimization method for quantitatively analyzing growth kinetics of colloidal Ag nanoparticles
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Regulating the morphology and structures of wet-chemical synthesized L10-FePtMn nanoparticles by applying magnetic fields

The attachment of spherical FePtMn NPs was facilitated by applying magnetic fields. The ordering degree and coercivity of NPs have been improved by applying magnetic fields and doping Mn element with high susceptibility.

Graphical abstract: Regulating the morphology and structures of wet-chemical synthesized L10-FePtMn nanoparticles by applying magnetic fields
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Synthesis of titanosilicate nanoparticles with high titanium content from a silsesquioxane-based precursor for a model epoxidation reaction

Bottom-up synthesis of titanosilicate nanoparticles was demonstrated with using a Ti-incorporated cubic silsesquioxane cage as a precursor. The catalytic tests suggest that well-dispersed and stabilized Ti species served as the active sites.

Graphical abstract: Synthesis of titanosilicate nanoparticles with high titanium content from a silsesquioxane-based precursor for a model epoxidation reaction
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Ligand dynamics on the surface of CdSe nanocrystals

Classical molecular dynamics simulations can help understand the locations, binding modes and mobilities of carboxylate ligands on CdSe nanocrystals, aiding in the optimization of their overall performance and efficiency.

Graphical abstract: Ligand dynamics on the surface of CdSe nanocrystals
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Multimetallic post-synthetic modifications of copper selenide nanoparticles

Here, we find that cation exchange and metal deposition outcomes are insensitive to either synthetic approach or metal mixture. However, extent and composition of the added metals varies with both metal combination and synthetic approach.

Graphical abstract: Multimetallic post-synthetic modifications of copper selenide nanoparticles
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Design of Eu(TTA)3phen-incorporated SiO2-coated transition metal oxide nanoparticles for efficient luminescence and magnetic performance

We demonstrate the design of multifunctional nanoparticles (NPs) via double layer approach. This approach is suitable for applying the synthesis of luminescent and magnetic NPs with long-term luminescence stability and paramagnetic properties.

Graphical abstract: Design of Eu(TTA)3phen-incorporated SiO2-coated transition metal oxide nanoparticles for efficient luminescence and magnetic performance
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Reaction stoichiometry directs the architecture of trimetallic nanostructures produced via galvanic replacement

Galvanic replacement (GR) of bimetallic nanoparticles (NPs) provides a versatile route to interesting trimetallic nanostructures, with the reaction stoichiometry governing the overall architecture of the product NPs.

Graphical abstract: Reaction stoichiometry directs the architecture of trimetallic nanostructures produced via galvanic replacement
From the themed collection: #RSCPoster Conference
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Dextran/eudragit S-100 based redox sensitive nanoparticles for colorectal cancer therapy

Synthesis of disulfide chemistry based redox sensitive DEEU NPs without using any additional chemical crosslinker for colorectal cancer.

Graphical abstract: Dextran/eudragit S-100 based redox sensitive nanoparticles for colorectal cancer therapy
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Nucleation of zeolitic imidazolate frameworks: from molecules to nanoparticles

A range of Density Functional Theory and Tight Binding calculations are employed to investigate the pre-nucleation processes that lead to the formation of ZIF crystals, finding that amorphous clusters might play a key role.

Graphical abstract: Nucleation of zeolitic imidazolate frameworks: from molecules to nanoparticles
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Halide-driven polymorph selectivity in the synthesis of MnX (X = S, Se) nanoparticles

Polymorph selectivity controlled by halide precursor.

Graphical abstract: Halide-driven polymorph selectivity in the synthesis of MnX (X = S, Se) nanoparticles
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NiS2 nanoparticles by the NaCl-assisted less-liquid reaction system for the magnesium-ion battery cathode

NiS2 nanomaterials were successfully prepared in a less-liquid reaction system based on NaCl. It has excellent electrochemical performance when used as cathode material of magnesium ion battery.

Graphical abstract: NiS2 nanoparticles by the NaCl-assisted less-liquid reaction system for the magnesium-ion battery cathode
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Synthesis and degradation mechanism of renally excretable gold core–shell nanoparticles for combined photothermal and photodynamic therapy

Photothermal therapy using Zein gold nanoshell as a potent therapeutic aproach in the treatment of tumors.

Graphical abstract: Synthesis and degradation mechanism of renally excretable gold core–shell nanoparticles for combined photothermal and photodynamic therapy
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Colloidal synthesis of nanoparticles: from bimetallic to high entropy alloys

A unique approach based on the colloidal route allowing the synthesis of monodisperse bimetallic, trimetallic, tetrametallic and pentametallic nanoparticles with diameters around 5 nm as solid solutions.

Graphical abstract: Colloidal synthesis of nanoparticles: from bimetallic to high entropy alloys
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Laser-ablation assisted strain engineering of gold nanoparticles for selective electrochemical CO2 reduction

This article reports a facile laser ablation in liquid (LAL) strategy for synthesizing gold nanoparticles (Au NPs) whose rich compressive strain can greatly promote the electrochemical CO2 reduction performance of Au.

Graphical abstract: Laser-ablation assisted strain engineering of gold nanoparticles for selective electrochemical CO2 reduction
Open Access Paper

Template synthesis of dual-functional porous MoS2 nanoparticles with photothermal conversion and catalytic properties

This contribution offers new opportunities for using porous MoS2 particles as promising candidates for photothermal-assisted catalysis.

Graphical abstract: Template synthesis of dual-functional porous MoS2 nanoparticles with photothermal conversion and catalytic properties
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Electrical and chemical properties of vacancy-ordered lead free layered double perovskite nanoparticles

In this work we synthesized and investigated the properties of vacancy-ordered lead-free layered double perovskite (LDP) nanoparticles.

Graphical abstract: Electrical and chemical properties of vacancy-ordered lead free layered double perovskite nanoparticles
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Screening on-chip fabricated nanoparticles for penetrating the blood–brain barrier

We synthesized a series of brain-targeting drug nanocarriers on multi-channel syringe pump-integrated microfluidic chips, and evaluated their performance in penetrating the blood–brain barrier by in vitro and in vivo experiments.

Graphical abstract: Screening on-chip fabricated nanoparticles for penetrating the blood–brain barrier
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Synthesis of Co/CeO2 hetero-particles with abundant oxygen-vacancies supported by carbon aerogels for ORR and OER

We present a hybrid composed of CeO2 decorated Co nanoparticles supported on 3D porous carbon aerogels (Co-CeO2/C aerogels) with superior electrocatalytic performance towards the both ORR and OER by CeCl3/K3Co(CN)6-chitosan hydrogels derived method.

Graphical abstract: Synthesis of Co/CeO2 hetero-particles with abundant oxygen-vacancies supported by carbon aerogels for ORR and OER
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Synthesis of gold nano-mushrooms via solvent-controlled galvanic replacement to enhance phototherapeutic efficiency

In galvanic replacement, it was found that the solvent polarity had a significant effect on the formed nanostructure. Hollow-tailed Au nano-mushrooms were synthesized under co-solvent conditions and used in effective cancer phototherapy.

Graphical abstract: Synthesis of gold nano-mushrooms via solvent-controlled galvanic replacement to enhance phototherapeutic efficiency
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Bulk and surface exsolution produces a variety of Fe-rich and Fe-depleted ellipsoidal nanostructures in La0.6Sr0.4FeO3 thin films

Bulk & surface exsolution of Fe produces various nanostructures in Lanthanum Strontium Ferrite (LSF) thin films.

Graphical abstract: Bulk and surface exsolution produces a variety of Fe-rich and Fe-depleted ellipsoidal nanostructures in La0.6Sr0.4FeO3 thin films
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Enzymatically synthesised MnO2 nanoparticles for efficient near-infrared photothermal therapy and dual-responsive magnetic resonance imaging

Manganese dioxide (MnO2) are attractive for biomedical applications due to their biocompatibility, stimuli-responsive magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) properties and capability to modulate the hypoxic tumour microenvironment (TME).

Graphical abstract: Enzymatically synthesised MnO2 nanoparticles for efficient near-infrared photothermal therapy and dual-responsive magnetic resonance imaging
Open Access Paper

Small iron oxide nanoparticles as MRI T1 contrast agent: scalable inexpensive water-based synthesis using a flow reactor

Small iron oxide nanoparticles (IONPs) were synthesised in water via co-precipitation by quenching particle growth after the magnetic iron oxide phase formed.

Graphical abstract: Small iron oxide nanoparticles as MRI T1 contrast agent: scalable inexpensive water-based synthesis using a flow reactor
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In situ immobilization of Fe/Fe3C/Fe2O3 hollow hetero-nanoparticles onto nitrogen-doped carbon nanotubes towards high-efficiency electrocatalytic oxygen reduction

We demonstrate a feasible synthesis of Fe/Fe3C/Fe2O3 hollow hetero-nanoparticles in situ immobilized on highly graphitic nitrogen-doped carbon nanotubes via a hydrogel-bridged pyrolysis strategy for excellent electrocatalytic oxygen reduction.

Graphical abstract: In situ immobilization of Fe/Fe3C/Fe2O3 hollow hetero-nanoparticles onto nitrogen-doped carbon nanotubes towards high-efficiency electrocatalytic oxygen reduction
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Engineering porous Pd–Cu nanocrystals with tailored three-dimensional catalytic facets for highly efficient formic acid oxidation

An innovative strategy is developed to prepare porous Pd–Cu nanocrystals with engineered morphology and highly exposed three-dimensional catalytic facets, which demonstrate considerably improved activity toward formic acid oxidation.

Graphical abstract: Engineering porous Pd–Cu nanocrystals with tailored three-dimensional catalytic facets for highly efficient formic acid oxidation
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A facile synthesis of Cu catalysts with multiple high-index facets for the suppression of competing H2 evolution during electrocatalytic CO2 reduction

The formation of high-index facets were realized via the electropolishing process before and after annealing at different temperatures and exhibited the suppression of H2 evolution and C1 products during the electrochemical CO2 reduction.

Graphical abstract: A facile synthesis of Cu catalysts with multiple high-index facets for the suppression of competing H2 evolution during electrocatalytic CO2 reduction
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Peptoid-directed assembly of CdSe nanoparticles

Pre-assembled peptoid tubes and sheets are used as a generalizable platform to template the assembly of controllable densities of CdSe quantum dots and clusters through a robust, covalent linkage.

Graphical abstract: Peptoid-directed assembly of CdSe nanoparticles
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Size-controlled nanocrystals reveal spatial dependence and severity of nanoparticle coalescence and Ostwald ripening in sintering phenomena

Colloidal nanocrystals allow investigating sintering phenomena in supported catalysts.

Graphical abstract: Size-controlled nanocrystals reveal spatial dependence and severity of nanoparticle coalescence and Ostwald ripening in sintering phenomena
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