Functional nanomaterials of zinc oxide and compounds of vanadium :

Abstract

Nanomaterials and, among them, elongated morphologies such as nanowires, nanotubes and nanorods attract a dramatic deal of attention in the current materials research. They are capable of extending functionalities of modern devices and are considered to have exciting applications in a variety of fields including sensors, light and electron emitting devices, energy conversion and storage, intelligent switches and self-cleaning materials. The ability to produce large quantities of nanomaterials is needed for testing their properties for a broad scope of applications and for the commercialization of emerging technologies. The development of efficient synthesis methods capable of mass production of nanomaterials is becoming crucial...Five peer-reviewed journal articles based on the results of the thesis have been published, and one more is currently under preparation.