Salt-mediated boosting of carbon nanotube autoxidation in air

Chemical Communications 2026

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Authors: Shohei Horike, Kaho Kawasaki, Yasuko Koshiba, Azumi Akiyama, Masahiro Funahashi
DOI: 10.1039/d6cc00373g
Cited by: 0
References: 26

Abstract

We demonstrate a strategy for p-type doping of carbon nanotubes (CNTs) by enhancing their autoxidation in air using lithium bis(trifluoromethylsulfonyl)imide (Li:TFSI). The salt promotes oxygen-mediated electron withdrawal without acting as an oxidant itself. This approach produces air-stable, highly conductive CNTs without aggressive oxidants, offering a robust route for molecular electronics.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Carbon Nanotubes in Composites Graphene research and applications Molecular Junctions and Nanostructures

Publication details

Journal / source
Chemical Communications
Volume
62
Issue
19
Pages
5500–5503
Publication date
1 January 2026
Language
EN