The Zeta Potential of Surface-Functionalized Metallic Nanorod Particles in Aqueous Solution
Journal Article
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· Electrophoresis, vol. 29, no. 5, February 1, 2008, pp. 1131-1139
OSTI ID:929182
Metallic nanoparticles suspended in aqueous solutions, and functionalized with chemical and biological surface coatings, are important elements in basic and applied nanoscience research. Many applications require an understanding of the electrokinetic or colloidal properties of such particles. In this paper we describe the results of experiments to measure the zeta potential of metallic nanorod particles in aqueous saline solutions, including the effects of pH, ionic strength, metallic composition, and surface functionalization state. Particle substrates tested include gold, silver, and palladium monometallic particles as well as gold/silver bimetallic particles. Surface functionalization conditions included 11-mercaptoundecanoic acid (MUA), mercaptoethanol (ME), and mercaptoethanesulfonic acid (MESA) self-assembled monolayers (SAMs), as well as MUA layers subsequently derivatized with proteins. Zeta potential data for typical charge-stabilized polystyrene particles are also presented for comparison. Experimental data are compared with theory. The results of these studies are useful in predicting and controlling the aggregation, adhesion, and transport of functionalized metallic nanoparticles within microfluidic devices and other systems.
- Research Organization:
- Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL), Livermore, CA
- Sponsoring Organization:
- USDOE
- DOE Contract Number:
- W-7405-ENG-48
- OSTI ID:
- 929182
- Report Number(s):
- UCRL-JRNL-230853
- Journal Information:
- Electrophoresis, vol. 29, no. 5, February 1, 2008, pp. 1131-1139, Journal Name: Electrophoresis, vol. 29, no. 5, February 1, 2008, pp. 1131-1139 Journal Issue: 5 Vol. 29
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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