Plasmons (2 of 3) (IMAGE)

Rice University

Plasmons (2 of 3)

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Drawings and maps detail the localized surface plasmon resonances in gold-palladium octopod nanoparticles created at Rice University. The light-driven oscillations on the surface, especially at the tips, help define and enhance the ability of the palladium catalysts.

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Ringe Group/Rice University

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