Cobalt Growth on the Tips of CdSe Nanorods (original) (raw)

This study discusses the synthesis of CdSe-Co hybrid nanocrystals, specifically focusing on the growth of cobalt nanospheres on preformed CdSe nanorods. Anisotropic growth leading to nanorod-nanorod hybrid structures is highlighted, presenting these as the first magnetic-metal/semiconductor heterostructures prepared by colloidal methods. Preliminary findings on the magnetic and optical properties of these composites are also reported, suggesting potential applications in areas like biological labeling and electro-optic devices.