Photocatalysis with Quantum Dots and Visible Light for Effective Organic Synthesis

Abstract

Colloidal semiconductor quantum dots (QDs) have recently attracted widespread interest for diverse applications. Owing to their quantum confinement effects, rich surface binding properties, high surface-to-volume ratios, broad and intense absorption spectra in the visible region, and low cost as well, QDs offer new and versatile ways to serve as photocatalysts for organic synthesis. Most recently, the use of QDs photocatalysts is springing up in organic synthesis. Herein, we highlight the recent advances of QDs used for smart and clean organic transformations.

Keywords: organic synthesis; quantum dots; sustainable chemistry; visible light catalysis.