Application of an asymmetric flow field flow fractionation (AF4) multi-detector approach for metallic ENP characterization - prospects and limitations demonstrated on Au nanoparticles

Harald Hagendorfer, Christian Ludwig, Andrea Ulrich
Elsevier, 2011
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In this work we discuss about the method development, applicability and limitations of an asymmetric flow field flow fractionation (A4F) system in combination with a multi-detector setup consisting of UV/vis, light scattering, and inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry (ICPMS). The overall aim was to obtain a size dependent-, element specific-, and quantitative method appropriate for the characterization of metallic engineered nanoparticle (ENP) dispersions. Thus, systematic investigations of crucial method parameters were performed by employing well characterized Au nanoparticles (Au-NPs) as a defined model system.

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