Nanoparticle Size Control in Microemulsion Synthesis

Richard, Benoît; Lemyre, Jean-Luc; Ritcey, Anna M.

doi:10.1021/acs.langmuir.7b00773

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“…The literature on this topic has grown steadily during the last 20 years, producing many articles and reviews about size and shape control, synthesis mechanisms, etc. [ 106 , 107 , 108 , 109 , 110 , 111 , 112 , 113 , 114 , 115 ]. Some examples of the great variety of nanoparticles produced using µEs include metallic and bimetallic nanoparticles (Au, Ag, Pt, Pd, Cu, etc.…”

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confidence: 99%

“…Some examples of the great variety of nanoparticles produced using µEs include metallic and bimetallic nanoparticles (Au, Ag, Pt, Pd, Cu, etc. Pt/Pd, Ag/Au, Ag/Cu), single and mixed metal oxides, quantum dots, semiconductors, polymers, and biomacromolecules [ 106 , 107 , 116 , 117 , 118 , 119 ]. On the other hand, the use of enzymes as biocatalysts for large-scale industrial processes can be challenging since enzymes need a very precise aqueous environment with a correct pH and temperature to function.…”

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Microemulsion Microstructure(s): A Tutorial Review

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Microemulsions are thermodynamically stable, transparent, isotropic single-phase mixtures of two immiscible liquids stabilized by surfactants (and possibly other compounds). The assortment of very different microstructures behind such a univocal macroscopic definition is presented together with the experimental approaches to their determination. This tutorial review includes a necessary overview of the microemulsion phase behavior including the effect of temperature and salinity and of the features of living polymerlike micelles and living networks. Once these key learning points have been acquired, the different theoretical models proposed to rationalize the microemulsion microstructures are reviewed. The focus is on the use of these models as a rationale for the formulation of microemulsions with suitable features. Finally, current achievements and challenges of the use of microemulsions are reviewed.

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Microemulsion Microstructure(s): A Tutorial Review

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“…In Figure 6A, we report the chemical structure of some of the most important amphiphiles employed for the formation of microemulsions. The phase behavior of a microemulsion system can be characterized by several techniques, including transmission electron microscopy (TEM), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), cryo-electron microscopy (cryo-EM), interfacial tension, electrical conductivity, turbidity, rheology and (neutron and x-rays) scattering methods [53,54]. Figure 6B reports an example of a typical ternary phase diagram of water/oil/surfactant system.…”

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Self-Assembly of Organic Nanomaterials and Biomaterials: The Bottom-Up Approach for Functional Nanostructures Formation and Advanced Applications

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In this paper, we survey recent advances in the self-assembly processes of novel functional platforms for nanomaterials and biomaterials applications. We provide an organized overview, by analyzing the main factors that influence the formation of organic nanostructured systems, while putting into evidence the main challenges, limitations and emerging approaches in the various fields of nanotechology and biotechnology. We outline how the building blocks properties, the mutual and cooperative interactions, as well as the initial spatial configuration (and environment conditions) play a fundamental role in the construction of efficient nanostructured materials with desired functional properties. The insertion of functional endgroups (such as polymers, peptides or DNA) within the nanostructured units has enormously increased the complexity of morphologies and functions that can be designed in the fabrication of bio-inspired materials capable of mimicking biological activity. However, unwanted or uncontrollable effects originating from unexpected thermodynamic perturbations or complex cooperative interactions interfere at the molecular level with the designed assembly process. Correction and harmonization of unwanted processes is one of the major challenges of the next decades and requires a deeper knowledge and understanding of the key factors that drive the formation of nanomaterials. Self-assembly of nanomaterials still remains a central topic of current research located at the interface between material science and engineering, biotechnology and nanomedicine, and it will continue to stimulate the renewed interest of biologist, physicists and materials engineers by combining the principles of molecular self-assembly with the concept of supramolecular chemistry.

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“…This method produces nanoparticles of controlled size and structure. The application of this method has yielded a number of insoluble products such as nanoparticles, Table 2, quantum dots of metal oxides, metals, silica, as well as lanthanide fluorides [75][76][77][78]. Properties of nanoparticles are crucial in their function.…”

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Synthesis of Cerium Oxide Nanoparticles Using Various Methods: Implications for Biomedical Applications

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Cerium oxide nanoparticles have been used in a number of non-medical products over the years. The therapeutic application of these nanoparticles has mainly been due to their oxidative stress ameliorating abilities. Their enzyme-mimetic catalytic ability to change between the Ce3+ and Ce4+ species makes them ideal for a role as free-radical scavengers for systemic diseases as well as neurodegenerative diseases. In this review, we look at various methods of synthesis (including the use of stabilizing/capping agents and precursors), and how the synthesis method affects the physicochemical properties, their behavior in biological environments, their catalytic abilities as well as their reported toxicity.

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Nanoparticle Size Control in Microemulsion Synthesis

Cited by 82 publications

References 37 publications

Microemulsion Microstructure(s): A Tutorial Review

Microemulsion Microstructure(s): A Tutorial Review

Self-Assembly of Organic Nanomaterials and Biomaterials: The Bottom-Up Approach for Functional Nanostructures Formation and Advanced Applications

Synthesis of Cerium Oxide Nanoparticles Using Various Methods: Implications for Biomedical Applications

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