Thermodynamic Study of the Reactivity of the Two Topological Point Defects Present in Mixed Self‐Assembled Monolayers on Gold Nanoparticles
Year: 2008
Type: article
Abstract: When a mixed self-assembled monolayer forms on the curved surface of a gold nanoparticle two opposed point defects must form for topological reasons. Here we present a thermodyn amic study proving that these defects are more reactive than other sites on the nanoparticle, and demonstrate that the energy of the react ion depends on the ligand molecules (see figure).
Source: Advanced Materials
Institution: Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Language: English
Subfield: Biomedical Engineering
Field: Engineering
Domain: Physical Sciences
Open Access status: green
OpenAlex ID: W2115541956