Synthesis of vertically aligned carbon nanofibers for interfacing with live systems
- ORNL
- University of Tennessee, Knoxville (UTK)
The ability to synthesize carbon nanofibers with a high degree of control over their geometry, location, and structure via catalytic plasma-enhanced chemical vapor deposition has expanded the possibility of new applications. The nanoscale dimensions and high aspect ratio of vertically aligned carbon nanofibers (VACNFs), along with favorable physical and chemical characteristics, has provided a nanostructured material with properties that are well-suited for interfacing with live cells and tissues. This review surveys the aspects of synthesis, integration, and functionalization of VACNFs, followed by examples of how VACNFs have been used to interface with live systems for a variety of advanced nanoscale biological applications.
- Research Organization:
- Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL); Center for Nanophase Materials Sciences
- Sponsoring Organization:
- SC USDOE - Office of Science (SC)
- DOE Contract Number:
- AC05-00OR22725
- OSTI ID:
- 979226
- Journal Information:
- Journal of Physics D: Applied Physics, Journal Name: Journal of Physics D: Applied Physics Journal Issue: 19 Vol. 42
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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