Electron transfer from the benzophenone triplet excited state directs the photochemical synthesis of gold nanoparticles

The rarely recognized electron donating ability of the benzophenone triplet excited state provides an unusual route for the photochemical synthesis of gold nanoparticles.

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Published in:Photochemical & photobiological sciences 2014-02, Vol.13 (2), p.149-153
Main Authors: McTiernan, Christopher D., Alarcon, Emilio Isaac, Hallett-Tapley, Geniece L., Murillo-Lopez, Juliana, Arratia-Perez, Ramiro, Netto-Ferreira, Jose Carlos, Scaiano, Juan C.
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Language:English
Subjects:
Biochemistry
Biomaterials
Chemistry
Communication
Physical Chemistry
Plant Sciences
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Summary:The rarely recognized electron donating ability of the benzophenone triplet excited state provides an unusual route for the photochemical synthesis of gold nanoparticles.
ISSN:1474-905X
1474-9092
DOI:10.1039/c3pp50247c