Solvothermal Pathways Towards Transition Metal Oxides: Exploration and Optimisation

Authors

  • Alexej Michailovski
  • Greta R. Patzke

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.2533/000942904777677911

Keywords:

Nanorods, Solvothermal synthesis, Transition metal oxides

Abstract

A systematic solvothermal access towards nanoscale molybdenum and tungsten oxides has been established. Firstly, a versatile precursor material is selected that offers an interesting spectrum of reaction products. In the next step, a wide variety of straightforward ionic additives are screened to reveal and optimise all solvothermal pathways emerging from the precursor material. Finally, the appropriate precursor-additive combinations can be selected for further studies, such as nanorod design or the fabrication of novel materials.

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Published

2004-04-01