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Hidden interfaces revealed on an atomistic level

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The self-driven formation of a surface passivation layer from inorganic ligands explains unique electrical properties of nanocrystalline solids.

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Fig. 1: The formation of an amorphous matrix from inorganic ligands modifies the band structure and opens up electronic transport channels.

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