Upconverting Nanoparticles

Photon upconversion technology using nanoparticles is explained from first principles right up to novel and future applications in imaging, sensing, catalysis, energy technology, biomedicine, and many other areas.

Introduction to Upconversion and Upconverting Nanoparticles
Synthesis Protocol for Upconverting Nanoparticles
Frequency Upconversion in Upconverting Nanoparticles Containing Rare Earth Ions
Smart Upconverting Nanoparticles and New Types of Upconverting Nanoparticles
Surface Modification and (Bio)functionalization of Upconverting Nanoparticles
Frequency Upconversion in Core@Shell Upconverting Nanoparticles
Application of Upconverting Nanoparticles Photocatalysis and Photodetectors
Upconverting Nanoparticles in Solar, Forensic, Security Ink and Anti-Counterfeiting Applications
Upconverting Nanoparticles in Pollutant Degradation and Hydrogen Generation
Upconverting Nanoparticles in the Detection of Fungicides and Plant Viruses
Upconverting Nanoparticles in Lighthing and Displays
Fundamental Aspects of Upconverting Nanoparticles Based on Their Properties
Upconverting Nanoparticles in pH Sensing Applications
Frequency Upconversion in Upconverting Nanoparticles Containing Transition Metal Ions
Upconverting Nanoparticles in Temperature and Optical Heating Applications
FTIR and Raman Spectroscopy of Upconverting Nanoparticles
Characterization Techniques and Analysis of Upconverting Nanoparticles
Upconverting Nanoparticles in Biological Applications

• Edited by Vineet K. Rai