Grace Collins Week #8 DESMA9

Nanotech + Art: Quantum Dots

During this week’s lecture, I found what Guest lecturer Dr. Gimzewski had to say about quantum dots was a particularly interesting subject. As he mentioned, quantum dots are a type of nanoparticle. Also described as nanocrystals, these particles contain, “optical and electronic properties,” as mentioned in the American Chemical Society Publications. Due to the small nature in size of these particles, many do not know they interact with nanoparticles in their daily lives, myself being one of these people. I also do not have much of a background of knowledge in nanotechnology & nanoparticles.


What intrigued me most about the quantum dots were its uses and applications, that again, seem to appear in everyday life. The CD Bioparticles website explains these particles are used for bioimaging, photovoltaic devices such as solar panels, and light emitting devices including optic and photo displays. 



In a more artistic sense, “Quantum dots are particularly significant for optical applications owing to their bright, pure colors along with their ability to emit rainbow of colors,” according to MilliporeSigma, a science and tech company. In 2016, Sony did an installation showcasing the beauty of quantum dot display. This art installation, which included 9,000 pieces of stained glass as well as audio, sculpture, and media was able to showcase the awe in quantum dots and convey their artistic vision. 


 



Works Cited

Cotta, Mônica A. “Quantum Dots and Their Applications: What Lies Ahead? | ACS Applied ...” ACS Publications, 26 June 2020, https://pubs.acs.org/doi/10.1021/acsanm.0c01386. 

Gimzewsk, Jim, and Victoria Vesna. “The Nanomeme Syndrome: Blurring of Fact & Fiction in the Construction of a New Science.” The Nanomeme Syndrome: Blurring of Fact & Fiction in the Construction of a New Science, http://vv.arts.ucla.edu/publications/publications/02-03/JV_nano/JV_nano_artF5VG.htm. 

Li, Sheng S. “Light-Emitting Devices.” SpringerLink, Springer New York, 1 Jan. 1970, https://link.springer.com/chapter/10.1007/0-387-37766-2_13. 

“Biosensors & Bioimaging.” Quantum Dots, https://www.sigmaaldrich.com/US/en/technical-documents/technical-article/materials-science-and-engineering/biosensors-and-imaging/quantum-dots. 

N/A. “The Origin of Quantum Dot – New Media Art Installation for Samsung.” Studio A N F, 28 May 2019, https://studioanf.com/the-origin-of-the-quantum-dot-installation/. 

Images

Rinkesh. “Things to Know about Solar Panels.” Conserve Energy Future, 6 May 2020, https://www.conserve-energy-future.com/things-know-about-solar-panels.php. 

Corning, Anne. “Shining a Light on Nanotechnology & Quantum Dots.” AZoM.com, 27 Oct. 2021, https://www.azom.com/article.aspx?ArticleID=20875. 

N/A. “The Origin of Quantum Dot – New Media Art Installation for Samsung.” Studio A N F, 28 May 2019, https://studioanf.com/the-origin-of-the-quantum-dot-installation/. 



Comments

  1. AnonymousMay 21, 2022 at 2:57 AM

    Hi Grace -

    I thought that the example of quantum dots you discussed was well-presented and interesting. I have heard of quantum dots before, and think the concept is fascinating. It will be interesting to see how the technology of quantum dots evolves over the next years and decades. I did not know that quantum dots were used in solar panels! I also think the artistic illustration of the concept of quantum dots is beautiful and intriguing. I really enjoyed reading your post for this week!

    -Julia

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