In situ characterization of nucleation, growth and sintering behaviour of metal nanoparticles synthesized by atomic layer deposition using scanning probe and x-ray characterization techniques Ghent University
This experimental project aims to study, understand and control the mechanisms that govern, first, the nucleation and growth of noble metal nanoparticles by atomic layer deposition (ALD) and, second, the thermal sintering behaviour of the nanoparticles on different oxide substrates. In view of catalytic applications, we will focus on ALD chemistries for Pt, Pd and Ru. Our experimental approach utilizes x-ray based surface-sensitive ...