研究目的
To develop a novel SiO2 coating approach on quantum dots (QDs) that avoids the photoluminescence (PL) quenching associated with conventional methods and enhances the stability of QDs against moisture, radiation, and heat.
研究成果
The developed SiO2 coating approach on CdSe/CdS/ZnS:Al QDs successfully retained the PLQY and significantly improved the photo and thermal stability of the QDs. The coated QDs also exhibited good solubility and stability in water and PBS solution, making them suitable for applications requiring single particle level coatings.
研究不足
The aggregation and PL intensity reduction of QDs at higher reaction temperatures and longer reaction times were observed, which could be regulated by optimizing the reaction conditions.
1:Experimental Design and Method Selection:
A solvothermal method was used to coat SiO2 on CdSe/CdS/ZnS:Al QDs by thermally forcing the decomposition of tetraethyl orthosilicate (TEOS) in toluene. Oleylamine (OAm) was used as a surfactant to prevent QDs from aggregating and to accelerate the reaction rate.
2:Sample Selection and Data Sources:
CdSe/CdS/ZnS:Al QDs were chosen as a model system for coating due to their better thermal stability compared to undoped CdSe/CdS/ZnS QDs.
3:List of Experimental Equipment and Materials:
Chemicals included cadmium oxide (CdO), zinc acetate (Zn(Ac)2), aluminum isopropoxide, 1-dodecanethiol (DDT), oleic acid (OA), oleylamine (OAm), 1-octadecene (ODE), selenium (Se), trioctylphosphine (TOP), tetraethyl orthosilicate (TEOS), and toluene. Equipment included a Tecnai G2 SpiritBiotwin TEM, FEI Talos F200X TEM, Cary-60 UV-Vis spectrophotometer, Hitachi F-380 fluorescence spectrophotometer, Bruker D8 ADVANCE X-ray diffractometer, Thermo Nicolet 6700 spectrometer, and Kratos Axis Ultra-DLD XPS.
4:Experimental Procedures and Operational Workflow:
The CdSe/CdS/ZnS:Al QDs were synthesized and then coated with SiO2 by adding TEOS and OAm to the QDs toluene solution, degassing with N2, and sealing in a Teflon lined stainless steel autoclave. The autoclave was heated to 100-150 °C for 0.5-2.5 h to force the decomposition of TEOS.
5:5-5 h to force the decomposition of TEOS. Data Analysis Methods:
5. Data Analysis Methods: The PLQY was measured using a fluorescence spectrometer with an integrated sphere. Photostability was tested under continuous illumination with a 450 nm LED light, and thermal stability was recorded by an ocean optical spectrometer.
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Ocean optical spectrometer
LS-450
Ocean Optics
Recording of thermal stability spectra
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Tecnai G2 SpiritBiotwin TEM
G2 SpiritBiotwin
FEI
Characterization of TEM images
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FEI Talos F200X TEM
Talos F200X
FEI
Measurement of high-resolution TEM (HRTEM) images
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Cary-60 UV-Vis spectrophotometer
Cary-60
Agilent
Recording of UV-Vis absorption spectra
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Hitachi F-380 fluorescence spectrophotometer
F-380
Hitachi
Recording of PL spectra
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Bruker D8 ADVANCE X-ray diffractometer
D8 ADVANCE
Bruker
Recording of XRD patterns
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Thermo Nicolet 6700 spectrometer
6700
Thermo Nicolet
Investigation of FTIR spectra
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Kratos Axis Ultra-DLD XPS
Axis Ultra-DLD
Kratos
Measurement and analysis of surface composition
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