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Our research is underpinned by four Research Themes
1. Synthesis Theme
In this theme, we use a variety of synthetic strategies in combination with advanced characterisation tools to elucidate the growth mechanism of nanocrystals.
CdS nanorods
ZnS nanorods
ZnSe nanorod couples show twisted features
2. Hybrid Theme
In this theme, we will develop wet-chemical approaches to composite hybrid nanoparticles and investigate the synergistic effects.
Au-ZnSe nanorod couples hetero-structures
3. Catalysis Theme
In this theme, we will use nanocrystals we developed through Themes 1 and 2 as catalysts toward clean fuel production and storage.
Scheme of photocatalysis process of Au-ZnSe nanorod hetero-structures
4. Optoelectronics Theme
In this theme, we will investigate the applications of nanocrytals developed in Themes 1 and 2 towards optoelectronic devices.
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