Diameter-selective dispersion of single-walled carbon nanotubes using a water-soluble, biocompatible polymer.
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One-step diameter-selective dispersion of HiPco single-walled carbon nanotubes has been accomplished through noncovalent complexation of the nanotubes with a water-soluble, biocompatible polymer chitosan at room temperature.
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عنوان ژورنال:
- Chemical communications
دوره 13 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2006