Spectroscopic and computational investigation of the grafting of calix4arenes on gold nanorods

Key Points

• Grafting calix[4]arenes significantly alters the properties of gold nanorods, enhancing their functionality and applications.
• Spectroscopic analysis reveals detailed insights on the structural changes in gold nanorods after grafting.
• Computational investigation supports the findings from spectroscopy, demonstrating the effectiveness of the grafting process.
• The results signify potential advancements in nanotechnology with novel applications in various fields.