Synthetic Chemistry for Carbon Nanomaterials

Learn classical and modern approaches in the organic synthesis of molecular nanocarbons and related compounds, with a focus on large polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons that are also recently called nanographenes. Explore the relationship between their structures and optical, electronic, and magnetic properties along with related analytical techniques. Discover relevant methods in polymer chemistry and surface sciences for synthesis and characterization of graphene nanoribbons and other carbon nanostructures. Discuss the latest developments in the related research areas in class presentations.

Prerequisites or Prior Knowledge

Undergraduate-level knowledge of general chemistry; Advanced-level knowledge of organic chemistry.