Anisotropic gold nanoparticles called gold nanorods (Au NRs) have plasmonic activity that can be changed, spanning visible to near-infrared (NIR) wavelengths. Because of their unique optical qualities, they are a popular choice for biomedical imaging, sensing, and photonics research. MKnano provides research-grade gold nanorods to laboratories, universities, and businesses in the US, Canada, and across the world.
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Gold nanorods are one of the most researched anisotropic nanomaterials in nanoscience because they have a plasmonic response that depends on their shape, can be modified on their surface, and are important for biology.
Gold nanorods are long gold nanoparticles that are characterized by their aspect ratio, which is the ratio of their length to their width. Their anisotropic shape creates two LSPR modes: a transverse band that is around 520 nm wide and a longitudinal band that can be adjusted from 600 nm to over 1000 nm. Changing the aspect ratio gives you exact control over how much light is absorbed for certain uses.