ECTS credits ECTS credits: 3
ECTS Hours Rules/Memories Student's work ECTS: 54 Hours of tutorials: 2 Expository Class: 12 Interactive Classroom: 7 Total: 75
Use languages Spanish, Galician
Type: Ordinary subject Master’s Degree RD 1393/2007 - 822/2021
Departments: Organic Chemistry
Areas: Organic Chemistry
Center Faculty of Chemistry
Call: First Semester
Teaching: With teaching
Enrolment: Enrollable | 1st year (Yes)
The student students have to learn to:
-Understand the physical laws that predominate in the nanomaterials taking into account the nanometric dimensions.
-Chose a nanostructure construction methods taking into account the properties of the desired nanomaterial.
-Describe some methods for the synthesis of nanoparticles and nanomaterials.
-Describe some methods for the surface modification of nanoparticles.
-Explain the phenomenon of self-assembly, describe the different procedures available to achieve it.
• Knowledge of current and potential applications of nanotechnology.
Chapter 1. Introduction and historical perspective on advanced materials:
1. Sense of Topic
In this first topic there will be a historical introduction on the development of nanomaterials. A classification of the materials will be established, as well as a brief description of the fields of activity of the different nanomaterials.
2. Topic Epigraphs
• 1.1. Concept of "material"
• 1.2. Possible classifications of materials. Non-molecular materials vs molecular materials.
• 1.3. Different fields of activity in the field of advanced materials.
3. Materials and Bibliography
A.R. West: "Solid State Chemistry and its Applications". Wiley, 2 ed., 2014
C. N. R. Rao, Chintamani Nagesa Ramachandra Rao "New Directions in Solid State Chemistry." 2nd edition, Cambridge University Press, 1997
4. Activities to develop
• Theoretical classes and seminars.
Chapter 2. Strategies in the search for new materials:
1. Sense of Topic
This topic will address the different strategies in the synthesis of nanomaterials, with special attention to those that allow us to control the structure and composition.
2. Topic Epigraphs
• 2.1. Structure and composition changes
• 2.2. Synthesis of new compositions
• 2.3. Changes in microstructure and particle size
• 2.4. Changes in processing and other strategies
3. Materials and Bibliography
U. Schubert, N. Hüsing: "Synthesis of Inorganic Materials". Wiley-VCH, 2 ed., 2004.
K. T. Ramesh: "Nanomaterials: Mechanics and Mechanisms", Springer-Verlag, 2009.
D. Vollath: "Nanomaterials: an introduction to synthesis, properties and applications". Weinheim, Wiley-VCH, 2013.
4. Activities to develop
• Theoretical classes and seminars
Chapter 3. Nanochemistry and nanomaterials.
1. Sense of Topic
Nanomaterials and the main synthesis methods will be introduced in this topic.
2. Topic Epigraphs
• 3.1. Introduction to Nanochemistry. Surface / volume ratio. Nanomanipulation.
• 3.2. Colloidal synthesis of nanomaterials. Top-Down methods: disintegration and lithography. Bottom-Up Methods: evaporation and dissolution chemistry.
3. Materials and Bibliography
C.N. R. Rao and B. Raveau, "Transition metal oxides", John Wiley & Sons, 1998.
P. Gómez-Romero, C. Sanchez "Functional Hybrid Materials" (eds.), Wiley-VCH, 2003,
G. A. Ozin, Nanochemistry: A Chemical Approach to Nanomaterials, 2005
Gunter Schmid, Clusters and colloids: from theory to applications, 1994
D.L. Feldheim, C.A. Foss Jr., Metal Nanoparticles, 2001
G. Schmid, Nanoparticles. From Theory to Application, 2004
4. Activities to develop
• Theoretical classes and seminars.
Chapter 4. Inorganic Nanomaterials: metallic, semiconductor, magnetic oxides
1. Sense of Topic
In this topic, the main synthesis methods of nanomaterials will be introduced with special emphasis on metallic, semiconductors, and oxides magnetic.
2. Topic Epigraphs
• 4.1. Metallic nanomaterials. Synthesis of nanometals. Size effects. Influence of morphology. Influence of the environment.
• 4.2. Semiconductor nanomaterials. Synthesis of nanosemiconductors and applications. Size effects. Influence of the surface.
• 4.3. Magnetic nanomaterials. Synthesis, properties and applications.
3.- Materials and Bibliography
G. A. Ozin, Nanochemistry: A Chemical Approach to Nanomaterials, 2005
Gunter Schmid, Clusters and colloids: from theory to applications, 1994
D.L. Feldheim, C.A. Foss Jr., Metal Nanoparticles, 2001
G. Schmid, Nanoparticles. From Theory to Application, 2004
Brongersma, M. L .; Kik, P. G. Surface plasmon nanophotonics, Springer, 2007.
Shalaev, V. M .; Kawata, S. Nanophotonics with surface plasmons, Elsevier, 2007.
G. Cao: "Nanostructures and Nanomaterials: Synthesis, Properties and Applications". Imperial College Press, 2004.
D. Vollath: "Nanomaterials: an introduction to synthesis, properties and applications". Weinheim, Wiley-VCH, 2013.
Kenneth J. Klabunde (Ed.): "Nanoscale materials in chemistry". Wiley-Interscience, New York, 2001.
4.- Activities to develop
• Theoretical classes and seminars.
Chapter 5. Organic nanomaterials: Carbon nanotubes, graphene, polymeric materials
1. Sense of Topic
This topic will introduce the main synthesis methods of nanomaterials with special emphasis on carbon nanotubes, graphene and polymeric materials.
2. Topic Epigraphs
• 5.1. Carbon nanomaterials. Carbon nanotube synthesis, structure and properties. Graphene synthesis, structure and properties.
• 5.2. Polymeric Materials. Supramolecular Interactions. Nanostructured polymers. Self-assembly of polymeric chains.
• 5.3. Polymeric gels. Crosslinking agents. Obtaining Resins for solid phase synthesis.
• 5.4. Molecular Gels. Molecular self-assembly. Design and applications.
• 5.5. Dendrimers. Structure, properties and effect of multivalence.
3. Materials and Bibliography
G. A. Ozin, Nanochemistry: A Chemical Approach to Nanomaterials, 2005
Gunter Schmid, Clusters and colloids: from theory to applications, 1994
D.L. Feldheim, C.A. Foss Jr., Metal Nanoparticles, 2001
G. Schmid, Nanoparticles. From Theory to Application, 2004
Brongersma, M. L .; Kik, P. G. Surface plasmon nanophotonics, Springer, 2007.
Shalaev, V. M .; Kawata, S. Nanophotonics with surface plasmons, Elsevier, 2007.
G. Cao: "Nanostructures and Nanomaterials: Synthesis, Properties and Applications". Imperial College Press, 2004.
D. Vollath: "Nanomaterials: an introduction to synthesis, properties and applications". Weinheim, Wiley-VCH, 2013.
Kenneth J. Klabunde (Ed.): "Nanoscale materials in chemistry". Wiley-Interscience, New York, 2001.
Chapter 6. Surface modification and hybrid materials
1. Sense of Topic
In this topic the main methods of surface modification of nanomaterials will be introduced. Different hybrid materials will also be introduced.
2. Topic Epigraphs
• 6.1. Surface modification of nanomaterials. Ligand exchange. Layer by layer. Coating with Silica. Other methods.
• 6.2. Hybrid materials. Bimetallic structures. Metal-polymer metal-oxide hybrids. Nanotube coating with inorganic and organic materials. Graphene coating with inorganic / organic materials.
• 6.3. Case Study: Transition Metal Oxides (Perovskites) and Hybrid Inorganic-Organic Materials (MOFs)
3. Materials and Bibliography
G. A. Ozin, Nanochemistry: A Chemical Approach to Nanomaterials, 2005
Gunter Schmid, Clusters and colloids: from theory to applications, 1994
D.L. Feldheim, C.A. Foss Jr., Metal Nanoparticles, 2001
G. Schmid, Nanoparticles. From Theory to Application, 2004
Brongersma, M. L .; Kik, P. G. Surface plasmon nanophotonics, Springer, 2007.
Shalaev, V. M .; Kawata, S. Nanophotonics with surface plasmons, Elsevier, 2007.
G. Cao: "Nanostructures and Nanomaterials: Synthesis, Properties and Applications". Imperial College Press, 2004.
D. Vollath: "Nanomaterials: an introduction to synthesis, properties and applications". Weinheim, Wiley-VCH, 2013.
Kenneth J. Klabunde (Ed.): "Nanoscale materials in chemistry". Wiley-Interscience, New York, 2001.
4. Activities to develop
• Theoretical classes and seminars. A practical demonstration is contemplated.
A.R. West: "Solid State Chemistry and its Applications". Wiley, 2 ed., 2014
C. N. R. Rao, Chintamani Nagesa Ramachandra Rao "New Directions in Solid State Chemistry." 2nd edition, Cambridge University Press, 1997
U. Schubert, N. Hüsing: "Synthesis of Inorganic Materials". Wiley-VCH, 2 ed., 2004.
K. T. Ramesh: "Nanomaterials: Mechanics and Mechanisms", Springer-Verlag, 2009.
D. Vollath: "Nanomaterials: an introduction to synthesis, properties and applications". Weinheim, Wiley-VCH, 2013.
C.N. R. Rao and B. Raveau, "Transition metal oxides", John Wiley & Sons, 1998.
P. Gómez-Romero, C. Sanchez "Functional Hybrid Materials" (eds.), Wiley-VCH, 2003,
G. A. Ozin, Nanochemistry: A Chemical Approach to Nanomaterials, 2005
Gunter Schmid, Clusters and colloids: from theory to applications, 1994
D.L. Feldheim, C.A. Foss Jr., Metal Nanoparticles, 2001
G. Schmid, Nanoparticles. From Theory to Application, 2004
G. A. Ozin, Nanochemistry: A Chemical Approach to Nanomaterials, 2005
Gunter Schmid, Clusters and colloids: from theory to applications, 1994
D.L. Feldheim, C.A. Foss Jr., Metal Nanoparticles, 2001
G. Schmid, Nanoparticles. From Theory to Application, 2004
Brongersma, M. L .; Kik, P. G. Surface plasmon nanophotonics, Springer, 2007.
Shalaev, V. M .; Kawata, S. Nanophotonics with surface plasmons, Elsevier, 2007.
G. Cao: "Nanostructures and Nanomaterials: Synthesis, Properties and Applications". Imperial College Press, 2004.
D. Vollath: "Nanomaterials: an introduction to synthesis, properties and applications". Weinheim, Wiley-VCH, 2013.
Kenneth J. Klabunde (Ed.): "Nanoscale materials in chemistry". Wiley-Interscience, New York, 2001.
G. A. Ozin, Nanochemistry: A Chemical Approach to Nanomaterials, 2005
Gunter Schmid, Clusters and colloids: from theory to applications, 1994
D.L. Feldheim, C.A. Foss Jr., Metal Nanoparticles, 2001
G. Schmid, Nanoparticles. From Theory to Application, 2004
Brongersma, M. L .; Kik, P. G. Surface plasmon nanophotonics, Springer, 2007.
Shalaev, V. M .; Kawata, S. Nanophotonics with surface plasmons, Elsevier, 2007.
G. Cao: "Nanostructures and Nanomaterials: Synthesis, Properties and Applications". Imperial College Press, 2004.
D. Vollath: "Nanomaterials: an introduction to synthesis, properties and applications". Weinheim, Wiley-VCH, 2013.
Kenneth J. Klabunde (Ed.): "Nanoscale materials in chemistry". Wiley-Interscience, New York, 2001.
Basic and general skills.
• CG2 - Identify information from the scientific literature using the appropriate channels and integrate said information to raise and contextualize a research topic
• CG3 - Assess responsibility in the management of information and knowledge in the field of Industrial Chemistry and Chemical Research
• CG4 - Demonstrate ability to analyze, describe, organize, plan and manage projects
• CG5 - Use scientific terminology in the English language to argue the experimental results in the context of the chemical profession
• CB6 - Possess and understand knowledge that provides a basis or opportunity to be original in the development and / or application of ideas, often in a research context
• CB8 - That students are able to integrate knowledge and face the complexity of formulating judgments based on information that, being incomplete or limited, includes reflections on social and ethical responsibilities linked to the application of their knowledge and judgments
• CB10 - That students possess the learning skills that allow them to continue studying in a way that will be largely self-directed or autonomous.
Transversal competences
• CT1 - Prepare, write and publicly defend scientific and technical reports.
• CT3 - Work autonomously and efficiently in the daily practice of research or professional activity.
• CT4 - Appreciate the value of quality and continuous improvement, acting with rigor, responsibility and professional ethics.
Specific skills
• CE4 - Innovate in chemical synthesis and analysis methods related to the different areas of Chemistry
• CE9 - Value, promote and practice innovation and entrepreneurship in industry and chemical research.
MD1. Theoretical face-to-face classes. Lectures (use of blackboard, computer, cannon), complemented with the tools of virtual teaching.
MD3. Seminars held with the Master's own teaching staff, or with invited professionals from the company, the administration or other universities. Interactive sessions related to the different subjects with debates and exchange of opinions with the students.
MD5. Individual or small group tutorials.
MD11. Carrying out the different tests to verify the acquisition of both theoretical and practical knowledge and the acquisition of skills and attitudes.
-The assessment of this subject will be done through continuous assessment and the completion of a final exam.
-The continuous evaluation will have a weight of 35% in the grade of the subject. The rest will be assigned to the result in the final exam, as detailed below:
Final exam: 65%
Problem solving and case studies: 10%
Oral presentation (works, reports, problems and practical cases: 15%
Attendance and participation: 5%
Continuous evaluation of the student through questions and oral questions during the course: 5%
EVALUATION SYSTEM
In cases of fraudulent performance of exercises or tests, the provisions of the "Regulations for the evaluation of the academic performance of students and the review of grades" will apply.
heoretical face-to-face classes: 12 hours (100% face-to-face)
Seminars: 7 hours (100% face-to-face)
Scheduled tutorials: 2 hours (100% face-to-face)
Preparation of tests and supervised assignments: 18 hours (0% face-to-face)
Student personal study: 36 hours (0% face-to-face)
TOTAL: 75 hours
-It is very important to attend all classes.
-It is essential to consult the bibliography and try to complete with advanced aspects the most fundamental concepts that are explained in class.
-The student must review the theoretical concepts introduced in the different topics using the support material provided by the teaching staff and the recommended bibliography for each topic.
-The degree of success in solving the proposed exercises provides a measure of the student's preparation to face the final exam of the subject.
-Those students who encounter significant difficulties when working on the proposed activities should consult the teacher, so that he can analyze the problem and help solve these difficulties.
Maria Magdalena Cid Fernandez
Coordinador/a- Department
- Organic Chemistry
- Area
- Organic Chemistry
- mariamagdalena.cid [at] usc.es
- Category
- Professor: University Professor
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| 01.24.2025 10:00-14:00 | Grupo /CLE_01 | Inorganic Chemistry Classroom (1st floor) |