Overview

Thorough and up-to-date, this book presents recent developments in this exciting research field.

Fabrication Methods

To begin with, the text covers the fabrication of chiral nanomaterials via various synthesis methods, including electron beam lithography, ion beam etching, chemical synthesis and biological DNA directed assembly.

Theory and Characterization

This is followed by the relevant theory and reaction mechanisms, with a discussion of the characterization of chiral nanomaterials according to the optical properties of metal nanoparticles, semiconductor nanocrystals, and nanoclusters.

Applications

The whole is rounded off by a summary of applications in the field of catalysis, sensors, and biomedicine.

Audience

With its comprehensive yet concise coverage of the whole spectrum of research, this is invaluable reading for senior researchers and entrants to the field of nanoscience and materials science.