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Zero-Dimensional Carbon Nanomaterials
Material Design Methods, Properties and Applications
- 1st Edition - November 21, 2023
- Editors: Kuruvilla Joseph, Runcy Wilson, George Gejo, Saritha Appukuttan
- Language: English
- Paperback ISBN:9 7 8 - 0 - 3 2 3 - 9 9 5 3 5 - 1
- eBook ISBN:9 7 8 - 0 - 3 2 3 - 9 9 5 3 6 - 8
Zero-Dimensional Carbon Nanomaterials: Material Design Methods, Properties and Applications covers advances in carbon dots, graphene quantum dots, carbon quantum dots, fullerene… Read more
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Request a sales quoteZero-Dimensional Carbon Nanomaterials: Material Design Methods, Properties and Applications covers advances in carbon dots, graphene quantum dots, carbon quantum dots, fullerenes and their applications. This book explores important aspects of preparing these materials for specific applications and includes an overview of the most relevant synthesis methods, with special emphasis on newer green methods and material synthesis from biomass sources. Thorough discussion of the materials key properties, including unique optical and electronic properties to enable them for a wide range of applications is included, along with applications in the fields of photovoltaic cells, catalysis, sensors, biomedical, nano devices and energy storage.
This book is suitable for researchers and practitioners in materials science and engineering and may also be helpful for chemists and chemical engineers.
- Introduces the most relevant methods, properties and applications of carbon dots, graphene quantum dots, carbon quantum dots and fullerenes
- Reviews methods including green and biomass derived methods to prepare carbon nanomaterials to enhance properties (particularly optical and electronic) and improve performance for specific applications
- Discusses challenges and opportunities for commercial translation and use of carbon nanomaterials in energy, medicine, sensing, biomedical engineering and electronics applications
Materials Scientists and Engineers, Chemists, Chemical Engineers
- Cover image
- Title page
- Table of Contents
- Copyright
- List of contributors
- About the editors
- 1. General introduction to zero-dimensional carbon nanomaterials and their properties and applications
- Abstract
- 1.1 Introduction
- 1.2 Synthesis
- 1.3 Properties
- 1.4 Applications
- 1.5 Overview of chapters
- 1.6 Conclusion
- References
- 2. Advances in the synthesis approaches of carbon and graphene quantum dots
- Abstract
- 2.1 Introduction
- 2.2 Top-down approaches
- 2.3 Bottom-up approaches
- 2.4 Eco-friendly and sustainable synthesis
- 2.5 Conclusion and future scope
- References
- 3. Green approaches for the preparation of zero-dimensional carbon nanostructures
- Abstract
- 3.1 Introduction
- 3.2 Green synthesis approaches
- 3.3 Zero-dimensional carbon materials
- 3.4 Conclusions and future outlook
- References
- 4. Graphene quantum dots: syntheses, properties, and applications
- Abstract
- 4.1 Introduction
- 4.2 Synthesis of graphene quantum dots
- 4.3 Properties of graphene quantum dots
- 4.4 Application of graphene quantum dots
- 4.5 Conclusion
- References
- 5. Surface modification of zero-dimensional carbon nanomaterials
- Abstract
- 5.1 Introduction
- 5.2 Covalent modifications
- 5.3 Noncovalent modifications
- 5.4 Fullerenes—endohedral filing
- 5.5 Challenges and opportunities
- Acknowledgement
- References
- 6. Synthesis methods for the preparation of fullerenes
- Abstract
- 6.1 Introduction
- 6.2 Synthesis methods of fullerenes
- 6.3 Conclusion
- References
- 7. Optical properties and applications of zero-dimensional carbon nanomaterials
- Abstract
- 7.1 Introduction
- 7.2 Synthesis methods
- 7.3 Optical properties
- 7.4 Applications
- 7.5 Conclusions
- References
- 8. Electronic properties of zero-dimensional carbon–based nanomaterials
- Abstract
- 8.1 Introduction to zero-dimensional carbon–based nanomaterials
- 8.2 Nanodiamonds
- 8.3 Fullerene
- 8.4 Onion-like carbons
- 8.5 Carbon quantum dots
- 8.6 Graphene quantum dots
- 8.7 Recent progress in zero-dimensional carbon–based nanomaterials and their electrical properties
- 8.8 Conclusion and future perspectives
- References
- 9. Redox properties of zero-dimensional carbon–based nanomaterials
- Abstract
- 9.1 Introduction
- 9.2 Photoinduced-redox properties
- 9.3 Absorption and emission characteristics
- 9.4 Contribution of surface defects
- 9.5 Tuning techniques
- 9.6 Redox potential-based applications
- 9.7 Conclusion and future perspective
- References
- 10. Photocatalytic properties of zero-dimensional carbon–based nanomaterials: application as catalysts/adsorbents in water treatment
- Abstract
- 10.1 Introduction
- 10.2 Categorization of water contaminants
- 10.3 Adsorption and photocatalysis in the perspective of water purification
- 10.4 Carbon nanomaterials
- 10.5 Zero-dimensional carbon nanomaterials
- 10.6 Summary and future prospects
- References
- 11. Various properties of zero-dimensional carbon nanomaterials–reinforced polymeric matrices
- Abstract
- 11.1 Introduction
- 11.2 Types of zero-dimensional nanocarbon polymer composites
- 11.3 Synthetic strategies of zero-dimensional nanocarbon–reinforced polymer composites
- 11.4 Properties of zero-dimensional nanocarbon–reinforced polymers composites
- 11.5 Conclusion and future perspectives
- References
- 12. Heterostructures based on zero-dimensional carbon–based nanostructures
- Abstract
- 12.1 Introduction
- 12.2 Various heterostructures based on carbon-based nanostructures
- 12.3 Fabrication of heterostructures based on zero-dimensional carbon–based nanostructures
- 12.4 Structural properties of heterostructures based on zero-dimensional carbon–based nanostructures
- 12.5 Applications of heterostructures based on zero-dimensional carbon–based nanostructures
- 12.6 Conclusion and future perspectives
- References
- 13. Graphene quantum dots and carbon nanodots: modeling of zero-dimensional carbon nanomaterials
- Abstract
- 13.1 Introduction
- 13.2 Carbon dots: what we know about structure, morphology, and properties
- 13.3 Computational methods for carbon dot modeling
- 13.4 Theoretical studies on pure and functionalized carbon dots
- 13.5 Conclusions and perspectives
- Acknowledgments
- References
- 14. Applications of zero-dimensional carbon–based nanomaterials in advanced solar and photovoltaic cells
- Abstract
- 14.1 Introduction
- 14.2 How photovoltaic cells work?
- 14.3 Zero-dimensional nanomaterials in photovoltaic cells
- 14.4 Challenges in constructing photovoltaic cells
- 14.5 Conclusion and future perspective
- References
- Further reading
- 15. Applications of zero-dimensional carbon–based nanomaterials as optical and electrochemical sensors
- Abstract
- 15.1 Introduction
- 15.2 Zero-dimensional carbon–based nanomaterials as optical sensors
- 15.3 Zero-dimensional carbon–based nanomaterials as electrochemical sensors
- 15.4 Outlook and conclusion
- References
- 16. Applications of zero-dimensional carbon–based nanomaterials in bioimaging
- Abstract
- 16.1 Introduction
- 16.2 Photoluminescence imaging
- 16.3 Magnetic resonance imaging
- 16.4 Photoacoustic imaging
- 16.5 Raman imaging
- 16.6 Computed tomography imaging
- 16.7 Challenges and opportunities
- References
- 17. Applications of zero-dimensional carbon nanomaterials in water treatment
- Abstract
- 17.1 Introduction
- 17.2 Water contaminants
- 17.3 Zero-dimensional carbon nanomaterials: synthesis, functionalization, and properties
- 17.4 Applications of zero-dimensional carbon nanomaterials in water treatment
- 17.5 Outlook and future research, development, and innovation directions
- References
- 18. Biocompatibility and cytotoxicity studies of zero-dimensional carbon nanomaterials
- Abstract
- 18.1 Introduction
- 18.2 Graphene quantum dots
- 18.3 Carbon dots
- 18.4 Carbon black
- 18.5 Fullerenes
- 18.6 Nanodiamonds
- 18.7 Carbon nano-onion
- 18.8 Conclusion and future perspectives
- References
- Index
- No. of pages: 750
- Language: English
- Edition: 1
- Published: November 21, 2023
- Imprint: Woodhead Publishing
- Paperback ISBN: 9780323995351
- eBook ISBN: 9780323995368
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Kuruvilla Joseph
Kuruvilla Joseph is a Professor in the Department of Chemistry at the Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology, Thiruvananthapuram, India. His research areas includes nanomaterials and nanocomposites, polymer blends and composites, synthesis of polymers from natural resources, green materials and biocomposites, aging and degradation, and development of biosensors.
Affiliations and expertise
Outstanding Professor and Dean, Department of Chemistry, Indian Institute of Space Science and TechnologyRW
Runcy Wilson
Dr. Wilson is an assistant professor in the Department of Chemistry, St. Cyril’s College, Kerala, India. He obtained his PhD in Chemistry from Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam, India. He has written several publications in international journals and conference proceedings. He has also co-edited two books one titled “Transport Properties of Polymeric Membranes” and the other titled “Materials for Potential EMI Shielding Applications: Processing, Properties and Current Trends” published by Elsevier. He has also conducted research work at Katholieke Universiteit Leuven, Belgium. Dr. Runcy has also almost two years of industrial experience as a junior scientist at the Corporate R&D Centre, HLL Lifecare Limited, a Government of India Enterprise, in the area of synthesis of green polymers. His current research interests include polymer nanocomposites for membrane applications, synthesis of biodegradable polymers for medical applications, and development of high quality EMI shielding material.
Affiliations and expertise
Assistant Professor, Department of Chemistry, St. Cyril’s College, Kerala, IndiaGG
George Gejo
Dr. George obtained his PhD in Chemistry from Kalasalingam University, Tamil Nadu, India in 2014, specializing in the area of commingled natural fiber composites. He published several articles in high-impact journals (Composite Part A, Composite Part B, Carbon, Scientific Reports etc.) and wrote chapters for several books. He has two and a half years of experience as a junior scientist at the Corporate R&D Centre, HLL Lifecare Limited, a Government of India Enterprise, in the area of graphene/natural rubber latex nanocomposites for contraceptive applications. Dr. George also completed two years of post-doctoral research in the area of EMI shielding materials during his tenure as UGC-DSKPDF at School of Pure and Applied Physics, Mahatma Gandhi University, Kerala, India. He was also a post-doctoral researcher at Division of Materials Science, Luleå University of Technology, Luleå, Sweden for 1 year and 8 months and worked in the area of high quality carbon nanomaterials from biomass. He has also co-edited a book titled “Materials for Potential EMI Shielding Applications: Processing, Properties and Current Trends” published by Elsevier. His present research interests include natural fiber-based composites, carbon nanocomposites for EMI shielding applications, graphene-based composites, and biomass/biochar to advanced carbon nanomaterials.
Affiliations and expertise
Assistant Professor, Research and Post Graduate Department of Chemistry, St. Berchmans College (Autonomous), Changanacherry, Kerala, IndiaSA
Saritha Appukuttan
Dr. Saritha Appukuttan was awarded her PhD from Mahatma Gandhi University in 2012 working in the field of polymer nanocomposites. She has also been worked for two years on the development of gas barrier membranes on an ISRO (Indian Space Research Organization) project. She has published around 25 book chapters with highly reputed publishers and several research papers in high impact international journals such as Composites Part A, Composites Part B, and Materials Chemistry and Physics and has edited two books on “Fibre Reinforced Composites: Constituents, compatibility, perspectives and applications” (Elsevier) and on “Luminescent Metal Nanoclusters” (Elsevier). Currently, she is editing two more books on “Lignin and its Composites: A sustainable tool for health care and medical applications” and “Zero-Dimensional Carbon Nanostructures” to be published by RSC and Elsevier, respectively.
Affiliations and expertise
Assistant Professor, Department of Chemistry, School of Arts and Sciences, Amrita Vishwavidyapeetham, Amritapuri, Kollam, IndiaRead Zero-Dimensional Carbon Nanomaterials on ScienceDirect