Graphene Oxide as a Platform for Next-Generation Functional Materials
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Graphene oxide, ligands, complexes, spectroscopy, antimicrobial activity, nanotechnologyAbstract
Graphene oxide (GO), an oxidized derivative of graphene, has emerged as a highly versatile nanomaterial due to its large surface area, tunable chemical functionality, and hydrophilic nature. The introduction of oxygen-containing groups such as hydroxyl, epoxy, and carboxyl via oxidative exfoliation methods significantly enhances its solubility and chemical reactivity. These properties enable extensive functionalization, making GO a valuable platform for diverse applications. Comprehensive characterization techniques, including X-ray diffraction (XRD), Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR), Raman spectroscopy, scanning and transmission electron microscopy (SEM, TEM), and thermogravimetric analysis (TGA), are essential for elucidating its structural features, morphology, and thermal behavior. GO has demonstrated significant potential in a wide range of fields, including targeted drug delivery, biosensing, energy storage, water purification, catalysis, and antimicrobial treatments. Its ability to interact with metal ions and biomolecules further positions it as a promising material for biomedical and environmental innovations. This review provides a focused overview of GO’s synthesis methods, characterization techniques, and its expanding applications in nanotechnology and advanced materials, highlighting its role in the development of next-generation functional materials.
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