In Situ Photochemically assisted Synthesis of Silver Nanoparticles in Polymer Matrixes (original) (raw)

The synthesis of dispersed nanoparticles is critical for their advanced applications due to their unique properties, significantly distinct from bulk materials. This study emphasizes the in situ photochemically assisted synthesis of silver nanoparticles (Ag NPs) within polymer matrices, overcoming limitations of traditional ex situ methods, such as poor particle dispersion and monodispersity control. By utilizing direct photoreduction and photosensitization, silver nanoparticles are formed homogeneously in an acrylate polymer during crosslinking photopolymerization, facilitating enhanced interactions between inorganic and organic materials and broadening their application potential.