Nanochemistry : from theory to application for in-depth understanding of nanomaterials / edited by Xuan Wang, Sajid Bashir, Jingbo Liu

The modernization of science and technology using nanomaterials will open a new paradigm to meet the increasing energy demand. This book provides an in-depth understanding of theoretical perspectives from molecular and atomic levels. The modern analytical techniques explored provide an understanding of the interactions of particles at interfaces. This book gives a holistic view of materials synthesis, analysis, application, and safe handling. * Covers the core concepts of nanomaterials. * Discusses both top-down and bottom-up synthetic methods. * Delves into various state-of-the-art analytical techniques. * Discusses applications in energy and fuels * Covers nanomaterials safety. Contents Common abbreviations Preface Section 1: Overview of nanoscience and nanochemistry Chapter 1 Nanochemistry: development of nanomaterials Section 2: Focus on synthesis methods Chapter 2A Wet-chemistry-derived nanomaterials and their multidisciplinary applications Chapter 2B Bottom-up synthesis of nanomaterials Chapter 2C Green pathways to synthesize nanomaterials Chapter 2D Synthesis and stabilization of metallic nanoparticles Section 3: Focus on characterization methods Chapter 3A Advances in understanding electrochemical reaction mechanisms of highly dispersed metal sites using X-ray absorption spectroscopy Chapter 3B In situ spectroscopic studies of the electrochemistry Chapter 3C Integrated X-ray scattering and molecularscale simulation approaches to probe the behavior of confined fluids for a sustainable energy future Section 4: Focus on select example applications of nanoscience in energy, environment, and health Chapter 4A Electrocatalytic hydrogen production Chapter 4B Nanostructured materials for electrocatalytic hydrogen evolution reaction Chapter 4C Recent progress in cobalt-based nanosheets for electrochemical water oxidation Chapter 4D Nanoapplication: carbon capture and conversions Postface: social impact, consequences, and results of nanotechnology Biography of the editors Biography of the authors Author list Index