Shape Control of II–VI Semiconductor Nanomaterials

Abstract Anisotropic II–VI semiconductor nanocrystals and nanoparticles have become important building blocks for (potential) nanotechnological applications. Even though a wide variety of differently shaped nanoparticles of this class can be prepared, the underlying mechanisms are mostly not fully understood. This Review article provides a brief overview of the currently studied shape‐evolution mechanisms and the most prominent synthesis methods for such particles, with an aim to provide a fundamental understanding on how different morphologies evolve, and to function as a tool to aid in the preparation of specific nanocrystals.