The concept of using single molecules as key building blocks for logic gates, diodes and
transistors to perform basic functions of digital electronic devices at the molecular scale has …

With the adsorption of larger molecules being increasingly tackled by surface scientists, the
aspect of chirality often plays a role. This paper gives a topical review of molecular chirality …

Self-assembled monolayers are a unique class of nanostructured materials, with properties
determined by their molecular lattice structures, as well as the interfaces with their substrates …

Plasmonic nanostructures are capable of driving photocatalysis through absorbing photons
in the visible region of the solar spectrum. Unfortunately, the short lifetime of plasmon …

Molecular switches and motors respond structurally, electronically, optically, and/or
mechanically to external stimuli, testing and potentially enabling extreme miniaturization of …

Catalytic base-free oxidation of biomass-derived glycerol represents a promising approach
for the value-added utilization of glycerol. However, the commonly used Pt/carbon …

Molecular machines are a key component in the vision of molecular nanotechnology and
have the potential to transport molecular species and cargo on surfaces. The motion of such …

Optical properties and the geometric structure of self-assembled monolayers of azobenzene-
functionalized alkanethiols have been investigated by UV/visible and near edge X-ray …

Using light to control the switching of functional properties of surface-bound species is an
attractive strategy for the development of new technologies with possible applications in …

The photoelectrochemistry of citrate-stabilized gold nanoparticles on an ITO electrode is
studied at low light intensity. Weak cathodic photovoltage develops under visible gold …