研究目的
To design and prepare a flexible surface-enhanced Raman scattering (SERS) substrate based on cellulose photonic crystal/Ag-nanoparticles composite for enhancing Raman signals and detecting analytes in organic solvents.
研究成果
The Ag-nanoparticles modified cellulose photonic crystal film serves as an effective SERS substrate, enabling detection of p-methylthiophenol down to 10^-6 M with a linear relationship between concentration and signal intensity. It offers advantages in flexibility, degradability, and affinity for organic solvents, making it suitable for industrial and environmental monitoring applications.
研究不足
The study may have limitations in the scalability of the substrate preparation, potential variability in Ag-nanoparticle distribution, and the specificity to certain analytes or solvents. Optimization could focus on improving reproducibility and expanding to other detection applications.
1:Experimental Design and Method Selection:
The study involved designing a SERS substrate by combining photonic crystals (PhCs) with Ag-nanoparticles and cellulose films to enhance Raman scattering through plasmonic responses, light trapping, and analyte enrichment. Methods included self-assembly for PhC preparation, Lee's method for Ag-nanoparticle synthesis, and embedding techniques for composite formation.
2:Sample Selection and Data Sources:
Monodisperse PMMA and PS colloidal nanospheres were used to prepare 2D and 3D PhC arrays. Methylcellulose and carboxymethyl cellulose were selected as matrices due to their stability in organic solvents. P-methylthiophenol was used as the analyte for SERS detection.
3:List of Experimental Equipment and Materials:
Equipment included SEM (JSM-7500), XPS (K-Alpha 1063 spectrometer), and Raman spectrometer (inVia Reflex of Renishaw). Materials included PMMA and PS nanospheres, methylcellulose, carboxymethyl cellulose, silver sol, methanol, water, methylbenzene, and p-methylthiophenol.
4:Experimental Procedures and Operational Workflow:
PhCs were prepared using gas-liquid interface method for 2D arrays and vertical self-assembly for 3D arrays. Ag-nanoparticles were synthesized and added to cellulose solutions. PhCs were embedded into the matrix and etched with methylbenzene to form Ag-PHCCF. Characterization was done via SEM, XPS, and Raman spectroscopy. SERS activity was tested with p-methylthiophenol solutions of varying concentrations.
5:Data Analysis Methods:
Raman spectra were analyzed to measure signal intensity. Linear regression was used to correlate concentration with Raman intensity. SEM and XPS data were used to confirm microstructure and composition.
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