Direct Synthesis of Zinc-Blende ZnSe Nanoplatelets

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2024-06-25

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Es, Muhammed Said
Colak, Ebrar
Irfanoglu, Aysenur
Keleştemur, Yusuf

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The distinct optical properties and electronic structures of two-dimensional colloidal nanoplatelets (NPLs) have garnered significant scientific and practical interest. However, concerns regarding the toxicity of cadmium-based NPLs and their limited spectral coverage show the importance of developing nontoxic alternatives. In this study, we devised a new synthetic approach for the direct synthesis of zinc-blende (ZB) ZnSe NPLs. By introducing two different zinc precursors, short-chain metal carboxylate- zinc acetate, and metal halide-zinc chloride, we successfully synthesized two-dimensional ZB ZnSe NPLs. By modifying the reaction parameters, we obtained two different populations of ZnSe NPLs, characterized by the first absorption peak at “343” and “367 nm”. Ostwald ripening experiments further confirmed the formation of 2D ZnSe NPLs by the observed discrete growth mechanism. Lastly, we investigated the impact of surface ligands on the excitonic properties of ZB ZnSe NPLs by treating their initially carboxylic acid-capped surface with oleylamine. Remarkably, we observed significant red-shifting in the first excitonic peaks, up to 130 meV, in a reversible manner, demonstrating further tunability of excitonic features in ZnSe NPLs. We anticipate that our findings will serve as a catalyst for further exploration of nontoxic two-dimensional materials, fostering their investigation and application in various fields.

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