Colloidal synthesis of two-dimensional nanocrystals by the polyol route

Area of Science:

• Materials Science
• Nanotechnology
• Chemical Synthesis

Background:

• 2D nanomaterials synthesis is rapidly advancing.
• Solution-based synthesis offers scalable control over nanomaterial properties.
• Colloidal polyol synthesis is a promising route for 2D nanomaterial fabrication.

Purpose of the Study:

• To review recent advances in colloidal polyol synthesis of 2D nanomaterials.
• To discuss similarities and differences across various polyol synthesis methods.
• To highlight the versatility of polyol media in nanomaterial synthesis.

Main Methods:

• Colloidal polyol synthesis from solution.
• Utilizing polyol media as solvent, reducing, binding, and shape-directing agent.
• Incorporating surfactants and additives for morphology control.

Main Results:

• Successful synthesis of various 2D nanomaterials including metals, oxides, chalcogenides, and halides.
• Demonstration of polyol media's versatility in controlling size, shape, and composition.
• Identification of polyols as effective agents for surfactant and additive dissolution.

Conclusions:

• Colloidal polyol synthesis is a powerful and versatile method for scalable 2D nanomaterial production.
• Polyol media plays a crucial role in directing the synthesis and properties of 2D nanomaterials.
• This review provides a comprehensive overview of 2D materials synthesized via the solution polyol route.