Abstract
Trace concentrations of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) have been successfully detected using surface-enhanced Raman scattering (SERS) spectroscopy. For such purpose, new SERS substrates have been developed, consisting of Ag nanoparticles, either in suspension or immobilized on glass, obtained by a new method and covered by adsorbed self-assembled calix[4]arene molecules. Among the assayed calix[4]arenes, the 25,27-dicarboethoxy-26,28- dihydroxy-p-tert-butylcalix[4]arene host molecule displays analytical selectivity to the PAH guest systems bearing four benzene rings, mainly pyrene. The host - guest interaction mechanism seems to take place through a π-π stacking interaction leading to a charge transfer between the complex and the metallic surface, which may also induce a notable influence on the surface charge of the metallic nanoparticle.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 17484-17490 |
Number of pages | 7 |
Journal | Journal of Physical Chemistry B |
Volume | 108 |
Issue number | 45 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - 11 Nov 2004 |
Externally published | Yes |