Gold nanoclusters can be synthesized using several methods:
- Chemical Reduction: This involves reducing gold salts in the presence of stabilizing agents, which control the size and shape of the clusters. - Electrochemical Methods: Gold ions are reduced on an electrode surface under controlled electrical conditions. - Photochemical Methods: Ultraviolet or visible light is used to reduce gold ions in the presence of stabilizing ligands.
Each method offers control over the size, shape, and surface properties of the nanoclusters.
