About Soft Chemistry Group
Soft chemistry group is conducting the investigations on development of 2D materials and fabrication of functional structures/systems via self-assembly. More specifically, we synthesize a variety of 2D oxide and hydroxide nanosheets through our exfoliation process via swelling of layered compounds. Then we apply soft-chemical processes to organize these 2D nanosheets as a building block into precisely controlled nano- to meso-structures, aiming at the creation of novel functional materials and nanodevices.
Specialized Research Field
Synthesis of new 2D nanosheets
We synthesize layered metal oxides and hydroxides in a designed composition and structure, which are delaminated into colloidal single layers, or 2D nanosheets.
Development of nanosheet assembly processes
We develop solution-based processes to precisely organize monodisperse nanosheets into nanofilms, nanocomposites, hydrogels and so forth.
Design and exploration of functions
Based on the above, we design advanced functionalities to contribute to the progress and innovation of electronics and energy/environment technology.
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