Synthesis and structural characterization of gold nanorods

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Author(s):	Garcia, Paulo Ricardo Abreu Furtado Ricardo ; Araujo, Wagner Wlysses Rodrigues ; Teobaldo, Gabriel Braga Marques ; de Menezes, Alan Silva ; Otubo, Larissa ; Oliveira, Cristiano Luis Pinto Total Authors: 6
Document type:	Journal article
Source:	INTERNATIONAL NANO LETTERS; v. 11, n. 1, p. 10-pg., 2021-01-18.
Abstract
Gold cylinders with nanometric dimensions were successfully synthesized and characterized by X-ray scattering and diffraction, transmission electron microscopy, dynamic light scattering, and ultraviolet-visible spectroscopy. A small change on the synthesis route led to a slower reaction, allowing better control over the dimensions of the nanorods. The structural characterization enabled the description of the parameters as a function of synthesis time as well as reliable quantification of molar concentrations. The fine-tuning of sizes is crucial for the optimization of the nanorods on specialized applications. (AU)

FAPESP's process:	18/16092-5 - Investigating colloidal systems by scattering methods
Grantee:	Cristiano Luis Pinto de Oliveira
Support Opportunities:	Regular Research Grants


FAPESP's process:	16/24531-3 - Structural and biophysics properties of native and modified lipoproteins
Grantee:	Antonio Martins Figueiredo Neto
Support Opportunities:	Research Projects - Thematic Grants