Ebook: Semiconductor Nanocrystals and Silicate Nanoparticles

"Studies of semiconductor nanocrystals remain a key component in the repertoire of materials chemistry. As these materials enjoy sustained relevance to applications in optoelectronic materials and biological labeling, updated, in-depth reviews of their fundamental properties continue to be a valuable resource to those interested in the field.

...this volume in the longstandingStructure and Bonding series is a useful compilation of up-to-date reviews regarding semiconductor nanocrystals, especially those of the often-studied II-VI variety. It also continues its tradition of choosing respected scientists in the field that produce lucid papers of value."

from: Jeffery L. Coffer, Texas Christian University, J. Am. Chem. Soc. 2006, 128, 9258

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This volume of Structure and Bonding covers two inter-related areas of solid state science. The initial chapters provide a starting point for scientists and engineers wishing to understand the status of colloidal nanoparticles. Semiconductor nanocrystals are discussed as examples of crystalline nanoparticles and silica nanoparticles, which are probably the most popular amorphous nanoparticles, are used to illustrate some general principles associated with such materials.