Themed collection Shaping the Future Using Thin Films and Nanotechnology

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Open Access Editorial

Introduction to “Shaping the future using thin films and nanotechnology”

Aruna Ivaturi and Oomman Varghese introduce the Materials Advances themed issue on “Shaping the future using thin films and nanotechnology”.

Graphical abstract: Introduction to “Shaping the future using thin films and nanotechnology”
Open Access Review Article

Solution-processed colloidal quantum dots for light emission

Quantum dots (QDs) are an emerging class of photoactive materials that exhibit extraordinary optical features. This paper presents a review of colloidal QD synthesis and the reasons behind their use in light emission applications.

Graphical abstract: Solution-processed colloidal quantum dots for light emission
Open Access Paper

Effects of a polystyrene intermediate layer for improved electrochromic properties of nano porous WO3 electrochromic films

Nanostructured electrochromic materials having long life cycle and high chemical stability are promising for displays, rear view mirrors, and smart window applications.

Graphical abstract: Effects of a polystyrene intermediate layer for improved electrochromic properties of nano porous WO3 electrochromic films
Open Access Paper

NiO-GDC nanowire anodes for SOFCs: novel growth, characterization and cell performance

A novel NiO-GDC anode in nanowires morphology is proposed for small-scale applications of SOFC.

Graphical abstract: NiO-GDC nanowire anodes for SOFCs: novel growth, characterization and cell performance
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A study on the effect of phase conversion of tungsten nanostructures on their electrochemical energy storage performance

.Herein, we report the synthesis of tungsten based nanostructures such as WO3, WO3−x (WO2.72 : WS2), and WS2 through a facile single step hydrothermal technique and evaluated their supercapacitor performance for energy storage applications.

Graphical abstract: A study on the effect of phase conversion of tungsten nanostructures on their electrochemical energy storage performance
Open Access Paper

Storing electronic information on semi-metal nanoparticles

Reminiscing about one of the world's older semiconductors using it in emerging electronic memory devices.

Graphical abstract: Storing electronic information on semi-metal nanoparticles
Open Access Paper

Template-free chemical deposition of highly crystalline ZnO nanorod thin films

Deposition of ZnO nanorod films using a simple solvothermal method with a narrow fluorescence emission due to defects is exemplified. The synthesized ZnO nanorod thin films show excellent potential for UV detection. Their optical properties reflect their semiconducting nature as expected.

Graphical abstract: Template-free chemical deposition of highly crystalline ZnO nanorod thin films
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Light induced quasi-Fermi level splitting in molecular semiconductor alloys

Quasi-Fermi-level splitting in molecular semiconductor alloys was studied.

Graphical abstract: Light induced quasi-Fermi level splitting in molecular semiconductor alloys
From the themed collection: Popular Advances
Open Access Paper

A highly sensitive SERS substrate based on a mesoporous Ag–TiO2 thin film for the detection of dye molecules

Role of wavelength of excitation lasers for maximum Raman signal enhancement.

Graphical abstract: A highly sensitive SERS substrate based on a mesoporous Ag–TiO2 thin film for the detection of dye molecules
Open Access Paper

The synergistic effect of acid-etched g-C3N4 nanosheets and polyaniline nanofibers for the adsorption and photocatalytic degradation of textile dyes: a study of charge transfer mechanism and intermediate products

Acid-etched graphitic carbon nitride (TGCN) nanosheets decorated with polyaniline (PANI) nanofibers for the adsorption and photocatalytic degradation of Methyl Orange (MO) and Congo Red (CR) toxic textile dyes.

Graphical abstract: The synergistic effect of acid-etched g-C3N4 nanosheets and polyaniline nanofibers for the adsorption and photocatalytic degradation of textile dyes: a study of charge transfer mechanism and intermediate products
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About this collection

Guest Edited by Dr. Aruna Ivaturi (University of Strathclyde, UK) and Dr. Oomman Varghese (University of Houston, USA).

A themed collection of articles on featuring contributions from the 1st International Conference on Thin Films and Nanotechnology: Knowledge, Leadership and Commercialisation (ICTN-KLC). Organised by the Thin Film Laboratory and the Department of Physics, Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IITD), India ICTN-KLC 2019 aimed to motivate and nurture young students to become dedicated scientists, leaders and entrepreneurs for paying back to society via scientific discoveries.


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