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Article: Nanocomposite particle growth mechanism established.(Nanomaterials)
- Article from:
- Advanced Composites Bulletin
- Article date:
- November 1, 2005
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A research team from the Georgia Institute of Technology and Drexel University, both USA, has discovered a mechanism by which polymers control the growth of nanoparticles. According to the researchers, the findings could provide a tool for controlling the formation of nanoparticles.
Growing particles within the confinement of polymer-based structures is one technique commonly used for controlling nanoparticle growth. After formation of the particles, the polymer matrix can be removed--or the resulting nanocomposite may be used for a variety of applications.
The research team found a strong relationship between the chemical reactivity of the polymer and ...