| Canonically defined as one atomically thin sheet of graphite (i.e. graphene), rolled up in a tube at a specific vector designated by a pair of indices ( n,m), single walled carbon nanotubes (SWNTs) have generated much enthusiasm in the scientific community for their promise to revolutionize materials and their functionalities. Due to their exceptional electrical, optical, mechanical, chemical, thermal and electronic properties, SWNTs have already began and continue to be exploited in a number of new multi-faceted technologies in a broad range of applications.;This thesis presents a working model for taking nanotubes from dispersions to devices. Utilizing comprehensive characterization and molecular simulations, we highlight the unique abilities of outfitting SWNTs with a seamless flavin sheath. The precise organization of flavin moieties on the nanotube lattice in forming a perfect helical coating around the nanotube led to the discovery of the first ever-reported quasi-epitaxial based separation scheme. We also present in this thesis the molecular origin for such selection, as well as other consequential ramifications such as enantioselection, superhelical formation and supramolecular assembly. Last but not least, the viability of FMN/SWNT integration in devices such as thin film transistors and other potential sensory applications is also discussed from a design standpoint. |
