Surface Engineering of Graphene and Graphene Quantum Dots for Industrial and Medical Applications

Surface Engineering of Graphene and Graphene Quantum Dots for Industrial and Medical Applications
Author: Beheshteh Sohrabi
Publisher: Cambridge Scholars Publishing
Total Pages: 563
Release: 2024-02-06
Genre: Science
ISBN: 1527572412

This book explores the synthesis, characterization, and applications of graphene and its derivatives. It covers advancements in improving graphene quality, surface engineering methods, and increasing material functionality. The topics covered include functionalized graphene, graphene quantum dots, novel device fabrication approaches, and diverse applications. The book also investigates the fundamental principles of characterizing graphene and its derivatives, along with electronic structures, theoretical investigations, and computational analyses relevant to their applications, synthesis, and properties. The chapters are organized to cover these topics, starting with a general overview of surface chemistry and its concepts for surface engineering of graphene, the fundamental properties of graphene and its derivatives, their synthesis, and applications in numerous fields, and concludes with a future perspective. Significantly, for the first time, both industrial and medical applications are gathered in one book, enabling us to discuss the confrontation of medical and industrial applications of graphene and graphene quantum dots.

Surface Engineering of Graphene

Surface Engineering of Graphene
Author: Sumanta Sahoo
Publisher: Springer Nature
Total Pages: 271
Release: 2019-11-01
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 3030302075

This book presents the state of the art in the processing, properties, and applications in various fields of science and technology related to graphene and its derivatives. It also discusses the limitations and drawbacks of graphene due to some of its intrinsic properties. Further, it provides a brief overview of graphene analogs, comparing the properties of graphene with those of other similar 2D materials.

Carbon and Graphene Quantum Dots for Biomedical Applications

Carbon and Graphene Quantum Dots for Biomedical Applications
Author: Kyusik Yun
Publisher: Elsevier
Total Pages: 306
Release: 2023-06-16
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 0323985254

Carbon and Graphene Quantum Dots for Biomedical Applications provides a single point of reference for understanding the biomedical potential of quantum dots. The book covers the synthesis and properties of various carbon and graphene quantum dots, with advanced discussion on the challenges faced during synthesis according to type, structure, size, functionalization and composition. Key biomedical applications are described, including bioimaging, biosensing, antimicrobial and drug delivery. The benefits and issues of utilizing carbon and graphene quantum dots in biomedical applications are addressed in detail, evaluating vital aspects such as cytotoxicity, inhibition concentration and point-of-care-specific challenges.This book offers an exciting and thorough overview of this emerging area for academics and researchers in the fields of materials science, biomedical engineering, nanotechnology, and pharmaceutical science, as well as for R&D groups in biosensing and drug development. Provides an overview on the synthesis, properties and functionalization of carbon and graphene quantum dots Covers a selection of key biomedical applications of carbon and graphene quantum dots, including biosensing, antimicrobial and drug delivery applications Discusses the advantages and disadvantages of utilizing quantum dots in biomedical applications, as well as challenges faced during synthesis

Graphene Quantum Dots

Graphene Quantum Dots
Author: Mohammad Oves
Publisher: Elsevier
Total Pages: 274
Release: 2023-02-16
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 0323899226

Graphene Quantum Dots: Biomedical and Environmental Sustainability Applications provides an overview of fundamentals and advances in applications of graphene quantum dots. Concepts covered include a brief introduction on the topic, an overview of structure and chemistry, fundamental properties of different characterization techniques, methods for the preparation of graphene quantum dots, and recent and emerging applications in various fields including antimicrobial therapy, bioimaging, biomedical tools development and clean energy for environmental sustainability. The book is a critical resource in materials selection for biomedical and environmental sustainability applications as well as various advanced imaging, disinfectant and environmental remediation technologies. As such, it is suitable for those in academia working in the discipline of materials science and engineering and practitioners working on biomedical tool development and environmental remediation. - Covers the basic properties of graphene quantum dots and methods of fabrication of these materials - Discusses most of the major biomedical and environmental remediation applications of graphene-based quantum dots, including biomedical tool development, clean energy and environmental sustainability - Addresses the remaining barriers to product development and commercial translation and the advances in research that may resolve these challenges

Biomedical Applications of Graphene and 2D Nanomaterials

Biomedical Applications of Graphene and 2D Nanomaterials
Author: Md Nurunnabi
Publisher: Elsevier
Total Pages: 402
Release: 2019-03-31
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 0128162694

Biomedical Applications of Graphene and 2D Nanomaterials provides a much-needed reference on the biomedical applications of 2D nanomaterials, as well as theoretical knowledge on their structure, physicochemical properties and biomedical applications. Chapters are dedicated to growth areas, such as size and shape-dependent chemical and physical properties and applications, such as in diagnostic and therapeutic products. The book also discusses the concept, development and preclinical studies of 2D nanomaterials-based biomedical tools, such as biosensors, artificial organs and photomedicine. Case studies and reports form the core of the book, making it an ideal resource on potential applications in biomedical science and engineering. This timely resource for scientists and engineers in this rapidly advancing field features contributions from over 30 leaders who address advanced methods and strategies for controlling the physical-chemical properties of 2D nanomaterials, along with expert opinions on a range of 2D nanomaterials that have therapeutic and diagnostic applications. - Presents advanced methods and strategies for controlling the physical-chemical properties of 2D nanomaterials - Provides state-of-the-art biomedical applications for 2D nanomaterials, including graphene and boron nitride - Includes key information from a broad selection of subject areas for researchers in both materials, engineering and medicine

Graphene, Nanotubes and Quantum Dots-Based Nanotechnology

Graphene, Nanotubes and Quantum Dots-Based Nanotechnology
Author: Yarub Al-Douri
Publisher: Woodhead Publishing
Total Pages: 978
Release: 2022-07-28
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 0323854583

A comprehensive look combining experimental and theoretical approaches to graphene, nanotubes, and quantum dots-based nanotechnology evaluation and development are including a review of key applications. Graphene, nanotubes, and quantum dots-based nanotechnology review the fundamentals, processing methods, and applications of this key materials system. The topics addressed are comprehensive including synthesis, preparation, both physical and chemical properties, both accepted and novel processing methods, modeling, and simulation. The book provides fundamental information on key properties that impact performance, such as crystal structure and particle size, followed by different methods to analyze, measure, and evaluate graphene, nanotubes, and quantum dots-based nanotechnology and particles. Finally, important applications are covered, including different applications of biomedical, energy, electronics, etc. Graphene, nanotubes, and quantum dots-based nanotechnology is appropriate for those working in the disciplines of nanotechnology, materials science, chemistry, physics, biology, and medicine. - Provides a comprehensive overview of key topics both on the experimental side and the theoretical - Discusses important properties that impact graphene, nanotubes, and quantum dots performance, processing methods both novel and accepted and important applications - Reviews the most relevant applications, such as biomedical, energy, electronics, and materials ones

Multifaceted Biomedical Applications of Graphene

Multifaceted Biomedical Applications of Graphene
Author: Dong-Wook Han
Publisher: Springer Nature
Total Pages: 264
Release: 2022-02-17
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 9811649235

This book explains the fundamental characteristics and biofunctionality of graphene-based nanomaterials and provides up-to-date information on the full range of their biomedical applications. An introductory section gives an overview of the chemical composition and physical properties of graphene and its derivatives as well as their potential toxicity and biosafety. Detailed attention is then devoted to the potential of multifunctional graphene-based nanomaterials (MFGNs) to direct the differentiation of stem cells into specific lineages and induce tissue regeneration. Here, individual chapters address the application of MFGNs for the purposes of neurogenesis, osteo- and chrondrogenesis, myogenesis, and wound healing. Subsequent sections focus on the capability of MFGNs as agents for drug delivery, bioimaging, theranostics, and therapeutics as well as their effectiveness as biomimetic platforms for nanobiosensors, biochips, medical devices, and dental applications. The book will be essential reading for graduate students, scientists, and engineers in any of the biomedical research fields in which efforts are being made to utilize novel MFGN-incorporated composite materials and develop functional devices based on them.

Carbon Quantum Dots for Sustainable Energy and Optoelectronics

Carbon Quantum Dots for Sustainable Energy and Optoelectronics
Author: Sudip Kumar Batabyal
Publisher: Elsevier
Total Pages: 512
Release: 2023-01-14
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 0323908969

Carbon Quantum Dots for Sustainable Energy and Optoelectronics reviews the synthesis, properties, and applications of carbon nanodots. This book provides readers with an overview of the key advances in the development of carbon quantum dots including synthesis and surface engineering strategies such as pyrolysis-based synthesis, biomass-based synthesis, functionalization, and other methods toward large-scale development of these carbon nanomaterials. The emerging applications of carbon quantum dots in different fields, such as energy harvesting, energy storage, and biomedical applications, are thoroughly reviewed, emphasizing the impact of enhanced properties of carbon quantum dots for these applications. Carbon Quantum Dots for Sustainable Energy and Optoelectronics is suitable for graduate students, materials scientists, and engineers working in academia and industry. This book is also beneficial for the interdisciplinary community of researchers and practitioners working in the field of nanotechnology. - Introduces recent advances in the understanding of carbon quantum dots, including relevant synthesis and surface engineering strategies for their large-scale development - Provides an overview of the most relevant applications of carbon quantum dots for the development of sustainable technologies in optoelectronics and energy storage and production - Discusses future research directions and remaining challenges towards the commercial translation of carbon quantum dots