Nanoparticle Synthesis and Assembly

Nanoparticles can be viewed as a new type of 'atom' with size dependent physical, optical and electronic properties that make them suitable for a wide variety of applications. Understanding nanoparticles requires the coordination and collaboration of nanoparticle theorists, synthesizers, and assemblers. This book brings together a diverse group of scientists to deliberate the latest developments in nanoparticle theory, synthesis and assembly and to generate new ideas and engender new collaborations between these groups.