CdSe-ZnS quantum dot Langmuir films employing thiophene thiol as a capping ligand

Core-shell CdSe-ZnS quantum dots have been one of the most actively researched nanomaterials in the past decade. In this paper we introduce thiophene thiol (TPT) as a capping ligand on the CdSe-ZnS heterostructure. These conjugated ligands allow for improved carrier transport in comparison to their saturated, long chain hydrocarbon counterparts. By demonstrating a robust and inexpensive method to deposit close packed monolayers of these nanostructures, we hope to open the door for a new family of low cost inorganic devices employing them.