Answers are grounded in this paper and cite their sources.
Biocompatible magnetite nanocrystals (see Figure) are prepared by thermal decomposition of ferric triacetylacetonate in 2-pyrrolidone in the presence of monocarboxyl-terminated poly(ethylene glycol) (MPEG-COOH). The results reveal that MPEG is covalently bound to the nanocrystal surface by COOH groups. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) experiments indicate that the coated nanocrystals are potential MRI contrast agents due to their excellent water solubility and biocompatibility.
No takes yet. Share an insight, caveat, or question.
Zhu et al. (2005) studied this question.
Synapse has enriched 10 related papers. Consider them for comparative context: