STABLE ATOMIC QUANTUM CLUSTERS, PRODUCTION METHOD THEREOF AND USE OF SAME

摘要

The invention relates to stable atomic quantum clusters (AQC) which are characterised in that they comprise less than 500 metal atoms. The invention also relates to the method of producing the inventive clusters, which is characterised in that it makes use of a kinetic control system and maintains a low concentration of reactants in the reaction medium. The invention further relates to the uses of said clusters as sensors (fluorescent, magnetic or chemical sensors), electrocatalysts and cytostatics and/or cytotoxics.