Advanced Nanomaterial Analysis Using Uv-Vis Spectroscopy

UV-Vis Data Analysis in OriginLab

What you'll learn

How to calculate band gap energy using UV-Vis absorption and photoluminescence (PL) data

How to estimate concentration accurately from UV-Vis absorbance data

To estimate nanoparticle size and morphology using UV-Vis absorbance data

Urbach energy calculation and absorption coefficient α determination

Requirements

Basic Understanding of UV-Vis Spectroscopy

Familiarity with OriginLab Software

Understanding of Nanoparticle Characterization

Background in Material Science or Chemistry

Description

Welcome to the comprehensive course on "Advanced UV-Vis Analysis for Material Characterization"! This course is a deep dive into the intricate realm of UV-Vis absorption analysis using Origin software, covering fundamental principles and advanced techniques essential for modern materials characterization. In Section 1, we establish the foundation with an exploration of the basics, guiding you on how to calculate band gap energy from UV-Vis absorption data, setting the stage for the more complex analyses that follow. Moving on to Section 2, we venture into band gap energy calculations from various perspectives - from photoluminescence (PL) and UV-Vis reflection (DRS) data to Tauc plots with baseline correction. Section 3 focuses on concentration estimation, a pivotal aspect of analytical chemistry. Here, we demonstrate how to accurately estimate concentration using Beer-Lambert's law and UV-Vis absorbance data. Section 4 delves into nanoparticle characterization, revealing methodologies to estimate nanoparticle size, morphology, and distribution, crucial for researchers in the field of nanotechnology. The course takes an advanced turn in Section 5, where we explore Urbach energy calculation and absorption coefficient α determination, providing deep insights for precise analysis. Finally, in Section 6, we tackle data normalization and correction, imperative for accurate UV-Vis absorbance data interpretation. Through a series of detailed video tutorials, we empower you to master these techniques, enhancing your skills in UV-Vis analysis and material characterization. By the end of this course, you'll possess the knowledge and practical expertise needed to navigate the complexities of UV-Vis absorption analysis and unlock valuable insights into material properties. Join us and embark on this enlightening journey into the world of advanced UV-Vis analysis!

Overview

Section 1: Introduction and a Promo video

Lecture 1 Introduction

Section 2: Data Normalization and Correction

Lecture 2 Normalization of UV-Vis absorbance data

Lecture 3 Normalization of UV-Vis absorbance data with baseline correction

Lecture 4 Normalization and correction of UV-Vis absorbance data

Section 3: Fundamentals of UV-Vis Absorption Analysis

Lecture 5 How to calculate band gap energy from UV-Vis absorption data

Section 4: Band Gap Energy Calculations

Lecture 6 Calculate band gap energy from UV-Vis absorbance in origin

Lecture 7 How to calculate bandgap energy from photoluminescence (PL) data

Lecture 8 How to calculate bandgap energy from UV-Vis reflection (DRS) data

Lecture 9 Band gap energy with baseline correction using Tauc plot from UV-Vis absorbance

Section 5: Concentration Estimation

Lecture 10 How to estimate the concentration from UV-Vis data using Beer-Lambert's law

Section 6: Nanoparticle Characterization

Lecture 11 How to estimate the size of nanoparticles from UV-Vis absorbance

Lecture 12 How to accurately calculate size, morphology, and distribution of NPs

Section 7: Advanced UV-Vis Analysis Techniques

Lecture 13 How to calculate Urbach energy from UV-Vis absorbance data

Lecture 14 Absorption coefficient α calculation from UV-Vis absorbance data

Material Science and Chemistry Students,Researchers and Scientists,Analytical Chemistry Professionals,Academic Educators,Lab Technicians and Engineers