Gold Nanorods: Controlling Their Surface Chemistry and Complete Detoxification by a Two‐Step Place Exchange

Abstract

Surface functionalization: Complete detoxification of gold nanorods was achieved by manipulating the position in the stability map between surface-adsorbing polyethylene glycol (PEG) and destabilizing ethanol (see picture). This robust procedure complements studies related to the effects of shape when contemplating the nanoparticle–cell interaction. As a service to our authors and readers, this journal provides supporting information supplied by the authors. Such materials are peer reviewed and may be re-organized for online delivery, but are not copy-edited or typeset. Technical support issues arising from supporting information (other than missing files) should be addressed to the authors. Please note: The publisher is not responsible for the content or functionality of any supporting information supplied by the authors. Any queries (other than missing content) should be directed to the corresponding author for the article.