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Topics Covered
Background
Physical Properties of Gold Nanorods
Applications of Gold Nanorods
Background
Since its inception, Strem Chemicals has focused on offering unique organometallic compounds for both academic and industrial research purposes. Close relationships with leading researchers in the field have enabled Strem to stay abreast of the latest scientific advances in and regularly add novel chemicals to our product portfolio. Most recently, Strem Chemicals has embraced the emerging area of nanotechnology and formed a collaboration with the Max-Planck-Institut fuer Kohlenforschung. A series of including metal nanoclusters, metal nanocolloids (organosols and hydrosols), metal nanopowders, metal nanoparticles, and magnetic fluids are now available from Strem Chemicals.
Physical Properties of Gold Nanorods
The physical properties of Gold Nanorods are outlined in the following table.
|
Color and Form |
Maroon-red liq. |
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Properties |
Water soluble |
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Shape |
Rod |
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Aspect Ratio |
3-3.5 |
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UV-Vis (nm) |
680 nm |
|
Stability |
Stable for 14 days |
Note: Supplied in aqueous solutions. Contains CTAB stabilizer.
Applications of Gold Nanorods
Gold Nanorods are ideal for in vitro use and sensor design applications.Gold Nanorods are also ready for biomolecule conjugation.
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