Controlled synthesis and optimum luminescence of Sm<sup>3+</sup>-activated nano/submicroscale ceria particles by a facile approach

Jingjing Wu, Shikao Shi, Xiaolong Wang, Jibiao Li, Ruilong Zong, Wei Chen

Journal of Materials Chemistry C · 2014 · 74 citations · 39 references

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Abstract

Rare-earth Sm<sup>3+</sup>-activated nano/submicroscale ceria particles with suitable excitation wavelength, regular shape and strong luminescence have been prepared by PVA-assisted combustion synthesis, which is expected to meet the demands of solid state lighting.

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