Lecture: Probing Chirality with Optical Spectroscopy: From Single Nanostructures to Supramolecular Materials

ABOUT THE LECTURE

In this talk, Dr. Dmitry Levshov will introduce the fundamental concepts of chirality and discuss how modern optical and chiroptical spectroscopies can be employed to probe the handedness of molecules and materials at the nanoscale. The lecture will highlight the use of techniques such as Circular Dichroism and Raman Optical Activity for reliable structural characterization and analysis of chiral systems.

Using single-wall carbon nanotubes as a representative example, Dr. Levshov will demonstrate how chirality can be identified in individual nanostructures and how their optical signatures evolve during the formation of larger supramolecular assemblies. The presentation will provide insights into recent advances in chiroptical spectroscopy and their relevance to optical and electronic applications of nanomaterials.

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