Nanodiamonds: From Synthesis and Purification to Deposition Techniques, Hybrids Fabrication and Applications

Abstract

The present chapter summarizes the recent advances in the production and the purification methods of nanodiamonds. The different strategies for seeding and patterning of surfaces are detailed. First reports of hybrids based on nanodiamonds are included like core shell particles or decoration with carbon dots or metallic atoms. Finally, an overview of applications for composites and nanomedicine is provided.

X-ray Photoemission Spectroscopy applied to nanodiamonds: From surface chemistry to in situ reactivity

“…Spin coating is usually preferred to the drop casting. Many attempts were reported for the control of a homogeneous surface chemistry by means of chemical or physical treatments [2,56]. XPS allows to monitor the modifications induced by these treatments at the surface of NDs (Part 2.2).…”

Plasma & Microwaves as Greener Options for Nanodiamond Purification: Insight Into Cytocompatibility

“…A common problem for all the biological applications of DND is the limited availability of nanodiamond (ND) types with various surface chemistry. The desired properties can be gained through complex liquid-phase treatments, increasing the cost and thus limiting potential further use ( Liu et al, 2004 ; Mitev et al, 2014a ; Arnault, 2016 ; Turcheniuk and Mochalin, 2017 ).…”