Phase transformation and size tuning in controlled-growth of nanocrystals via self-seeded nucleation with preferential thermodynamic stability

Liwen Yang, Yongchang Li, Suixi Yu, Jianhua Hao, Jianxin Zhong, Paul K. Chu

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    Abstract

    Controlled growth of nanocrystals (NCs) is produced by self-seeded nucleation with preferential thermodynamic stability. The intermediate reactants undergo in situ phase transformation forming the final products. The growth followed by irreversible phase transformation leads to the complete separation of nucleation and growth, thereby allowing size tuning of the final NCs. © 2011 The Royal Society of Chemistry.
    Original languageEnglish
    Pages (from-to)12544-12546
    JournalChemical Communications
    Volume47
    Issue number46
    DOIs
    Publication statusPublished - 14 Dec 2011

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