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This book can be roughly divided into three parts: fundamental physico-chemical and physical principles of Nanoscience, chemistry and synthesis of nanoparticles, and techniques to study nanoparticles.  The first chapter is concerned with the origin of the size dependence of the properties of nanomaterials, explaining it in terms of two fundamental nanoscale effects. This chapter also serves as a general introduction to the book, briefly addressing the definition and classification of nanomaterials and the techniques used to fabricate and study them. Chapter 2 lays out the theoretical framework within which to understand size effects on the properties of semiconductor nanocrystals, with particular emphasis on the quantum confinement effect. The optical properties of metal nanoparticles and metal nanostructures (periodic lattices) are discussed in Chapter 3. Chapter 4 is devoted to nanoporous materials, treating in detail their synthesis, structure and functional properties, as well as the physical properties of liquids confined in nanopores. The preparation methods, characterization techniques, and applications of supported nanoparticles are covered in Chapter 5. The sixth Chapter presents the essential physical-chemical concepts needed to understand the preparation of colloidal inorganic nanoparticles, and the remarkable degree of control that has been achieved over their composition, size, shape and surface. The last four Chapters are dedicated to a few selected characterization techniques that are very valuable tools to study nanoparticles. Chapter 7 concentrates on electron microscopy techniques, while Chapter 8 focuses on scanning probe microscopy and spectroscopy. Electron paramagnetic resonance (EPR) based spectroscopic techniques and their application to nanoparticles are explored in Chapter 9. Finally, Chapter 10 shows how solution Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) spectroscopic techniques can be used to unravel the surface chemistry of colloidal nanoparticles.

Nanoparticles. --- Nanostructured materials --- Particles --- Nanotechnology. --- Surfaces (Physics). --- Optical materials. --- Characterization and Evaluation of Materials. --- Optical and Electronic Materials. --- Optics --- Materials --- Physics --- Surface chemistry --- Surfaces (Technology) --- Molecular technology --- Nanoscale technology --- High technology --- Materials science. --- Electronic materials. --- Electronic materials --- Material science --- Physical sciences

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This textbook builds upon the solid foundation established by the first edition, addressing the persistent scarcity of comprehensive yet accessible textbooks in the field. While preserving the original structure and essence, this revised edition updates the content to reflect a decade of advancements in Nanoscience. Designed for advanced undergraduate and beginning graduate students in Chemistry, Physics, and Materials Science, the book focuses on the fundamental principles illustrated through the study of nanoparticles. It encompasses three interconnected parts: the physicochemical principles of Nanoscience, the chemistry and synthesis of nanoparticles, and techniques for studying these materials. The new edition benefits from years of classroom experience, enhancing clarity based on student feedback, and remains a didactical tool that emphasizes essential concepts without sacrificing depth. Despite necessary exclusions to maintain conciseness, such as detailed discussions on superlattices and nanomagnetism, the book provides a comprehensive introduction to the field, leaving room for readers to explore rapidly evolving applications through the cited literature.

Nanotechnology. --- Materials --- Optical materials. --- Characterization and Analytical Technique. --- Optical Materials. --- Analysis.