Atomic-level control of semiconductor nanomaterials remains difficult due to their complex structures. Now, a programmable approach to synthesize a series of precisely defined Zn14Se13, Cd14Se13 and Hg14Se13 clusters is reported, and the origin of their atom-like wavefunctions and distinct doublet absorption features is examined.
- Fuyan Ma
- Sergei A. Ivanov
- Chenjie Zeng