Cheng C.-L., Chen C.C., Chen T.T., Chen Y.F., Cheng C.-L., Lin H-Y, Chen C.C., Chen T.T., Chen Y.F., Cheng C.-L., Chen C.C., Chen T.T., Chen Y.F., Cheng C.-L.
National Taiwan University, TW
Keywords: nanostructures, ZnO
A novel approach based on vapor-phase transport technique using Au-coated plant cell walls with metallic ions as the catalyst has been developed to synthesize ZnO nanostructures. It is shown that plant cell walls can serve as a well defined template to grow patterned nanostructures. Quite interestingly, it is found that the shape of the nanostructures can be controlled by the metallic ions used. For instance, with Au/Ni+ catalyst, a homogeneous distribution of nanodendrites is obtained. On the other hand, with Au/Fe+ catalyst, nanotowers are observed. Morever, the Raman scattering spectra show excellent crystalline quality of the grown nanostructures. Our approach provides a low cost method, which is capable of the mass production for growing patterned nanostructures.
Journal: TechConnect Briefs
Volume: 1, Technical Proceedings of the 2007 NSTI Nanotechnology Conference and Trade Show, Volume 1
Published: May 20, 2007
Pages: 407 - 410
Industry sector: Advanced Materials & Manufacturing
Topic: Advanced Materials for Engineering Applications
ISBN: 1-4200-6182-8