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Synthesis and Functionalization of 3D Nano-graphene Materials: Graphene Aerogels and Graphene Macro Assemblies
Published on: November 5, 2015
Chemical functionalization of exfoliated graphene
Solon P Economopoulos1, Nikos Tagmatarchis
1Theoretical and Physical Chemistry Institute, National Hellenic Research Foundation, 48 Vassileos Constantinou Avenue, Athens 11635 (Greece), Fax: (+30) 210 7273794. economop@eie.gr.
Abstract:
Graphene is turning out to be the material that will effectively kick-start a new era for nanotechnology. The impressive properties of this atom-thick carbon layer are taking shape and form with early reports of successful applications based on it. The turning point for this material will be its low-cost mass production. In this report a chemist's perspective on the production methods for graphene and the subsequent functionalization processes is discussed.
