Microplasma-assisted synthesis of nanocomposites

Finally, the potential of these nanocomposites towards specific applications, such as surface enhanced Raman scattering sensing, photothermal conversion or antibacterial application, has been demonstrated.<br><br>The results show that microplasma–liquid interaction is a “greener”, rapid and versatile technique which can be deployed for the synthesis of a wide range of functional nanocomposites. By manipulating the test parameters, one can tune the nanocomposites structures and hence optimize their properties and functionality towards specific applications.

Through this work, a more in-depth understanding of the multi-phase system (consisting of gas, plasma, liquid and solid) has been established, such understanding may shine a light on the future design and fabrication of new functional nanocomposites deploying microplasma.