Unveiling the Synergy of Coupled Gold Nanoparticles and J-Aggregates in Plexcitonic Systems for Enhanced Photochemical Applications
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2023-12-22Metadatos
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Nanomaterials 14(1) : (2024) // Article ID 35
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Plexcitonic systems based on metal nanostructures and molecular J-aggregates offer an excellent opportunity to explore the intriguing interplay between plasmonic excitations and excitons, offering unique insights into light–matter interactions at the nanoscale. Their potential applications in photocatalysis have prompted a growing interest in both their synthesis and the analysis of their properties. However, in order to construct a high-performing system, it is essential to ensure chemical and spectral compatibility between both components. We present the results of a study into a hybrid system, achieved through the coupling of gold nanobipyramids with organic molecules, and demonstrate the strengthened photochemical properties of such a system in comparison with purely J-aggregates. Our analysis includes the absorbance and photoluminescence characterization of the system, revealing the remarkable plexcitonic interaction and pronounced coupling effect. The absorbance spectroscopy of the hybrid systems enabled the investigation of the coupling strength (g). Additionally, the photoluminescence response of the J-aggregates and coupled systems reveals the impact of the coupling regime. Utilizing fluorescence lifetime imaging microscopy, we established how the photoluminescence lifetime components of the J-aggregates are affected within the plexcitonic system. Finally, to assess the photodegradation of J-aggregates and plexcitonic systems, we conducted a comparative analysis. Our findings reveal that plasmon-enhanced interactions lead to improved photostability in hybrid systems.
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