Thin films of spin-crossover coordination polymers with large thermal hysteresis loops prepared by nanoparticle spin coating

Abstract

This communication describes the synthesis of spin-crossover nanoparticles, which can disperse in various organic solvents without an excess amount of surfactants. The nanoparticles form homogeneous thin films on substrates by spin coating. The films show abrupt spin transitions with large thermal hysteresis loops.