Search for dissertations about: "metal nanoparticles"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 228 swedish dissertations containing the words metal nanoparticles.

2. 1. Surface reactivity of metal nanoparticles : - importance of surface active agents and biomolecules from a transformation, mobility and toxicity perspective

   Author : Sara Skoglund; Inger Odnevall Wallinder; Lars Österlund; KTH; []
   Keywords : NATURVETENSKAP; NATURAL SCIENCES; metal nanoparticles; surfactants; metal release; characterization; size distribution; nanotoxicology; risk assessment; Kemi; Chemistry;

   Abstract : Metallic nanoparticles possess unique properties due to their size and are widely used in e.g. consumer products. From this follows a need to identify and assess potential risks of human and environmental exposure. READ MORE

4. 2. Toxicity and biological impact of metal and metal oxide nanoparticles : Focus on the vascular toxicity of ultra-small titanium dioxide nanoparticles

   Author : Narges Bayat; Susana Cristobal; Janeck James Scott-Fordsmand; Stockholms universitet; []
   Keywords : NATURVETENSKAP; NATURAL SCIENCES; Nanoparticles; Nanotoxicology; Ultra-small nanoparticles; Biochemistry; biokemi;

   Abstract : The application of nanoparticles (NPs) in different technologies has led to tremendous advancement in those fields.  Moreover, there is growing interest in application of ultra-small NPs (USNPs) at 1-3 nm due to their distinct molecule like features. Parallel to these promises, there is a growing concern regarding their safety. READ MORE

5. 3. Nanoplasmonic Sensing using Metal Nanoparticles

   Author : Erik Martinsson; Daniel Aili; Bo Liedberg; Karin Enander; Jakub Dostálek; Linköpings universitet; []
   Keywords : TEKNIK OCH TEKNOLOGIER; ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY; Nanoparticles; sensing; biosensors; refractive index sensing; plasmonics; nanoplasmonics;

   Abstract : In our modern society, we are surrounded by numerous sensors, constantly feeding us information about our physical environment. From small, wearable sensors that monitor our physiological status to large satellites orbiting around the earth, detecting global changes. READ MORE

6. 4. Colloidal synthesis of metal nanoparticles

   Author : Anna Pekkari; Chalmers tekniska högskola; []
   Keywords : NATURVETENSKAP; NATURAL SCIENCES; TEKNIK OCH TEKNOLOGIER; ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY; NATURVETENSKAP; NATURAL SCIENCES; inline quality control; palladium; gold; stabilizers; NO2 reduction; core-shell; colloidal synthesis; copper; reduction kinetics; platinum; nanoparticles; segmented flow; nanocube; flow chemistry;

   Abstract : Metal nanoparticles (NPs) are central in a wide range of industrial areas including catalytic and biomedical applications. Due to their interesting physical properties, the demand of these precious materials is steadily increasing, which has created a need for the development of effective and high-performing NPs. READ MORE

7. 5. Multicomponent Clusters/Nanoparticles : An Investigation of Electronic and Geometric Properties by Photoelectron Spectroscopy

   Author : Chaofan Zhang; Olle Björneholm; Maxim Tchaplyguine; Svante Svensson; Gerd Ganteför; Uppsala universitet; []
   Keywords : NATURVETENSKAP; NATURAL SCIENCES; NATURVETENSKAP; NATURAL SCIENCES; Clusters; Nanoparticles; Alloy; Atmospheric chemistry; Alkali halide; Transition metals; X-ray Photoelectron spectroscopy; Polarizability; Core-shell; Sandwich structure; MAX-lab; BESSY II;

   Abstract : Clusters/nanoparticles are aggregates of a “small” number of building blocks, atoms or molecules, ranging from two up to millions of atoms. Two main groups of clusters have been studied using photoelectron spectroscopy based on synchrotron radiation. READ MORE