Solution-Based Synthesis of Functional Graphene

PSU researchers have developed techniques to covalently attach single and multiple layers of graphene sheets on substrates. The graphene can subsequently be functionalized for use in nanobiosensor applications. Procedures are being developed for the solution-based synthesis and functionalization of graphene sheets from graphite in a way that is straightforward, and chemically adaptable.

 

A wide range of range of graphene derivatives can be prepared, promising new materials for graphene based nano-composties, nano-biosensors, and nano-bioeletronics.