This text reviews the properties of rod- and wire-like nanoparticles with elongated shape. It covers optical, electrical, magnetic, mechanical and catalytic properties of nanowires consisting of semiconductors, noble and other metals, metal oxides and alloys.

This book reviews the properties of rod- and wire-like nanoparticles with elongated shape. Covers optical, electrical, magnetic, mechanical and catalytic properties of nanowires consisting of semiconductors, noble and other metals, metal oxides and alloys.