title: Laser-induced modification of polymeric beads coated with gold nanoparticles.
abstract: A direct laser writing method for modifying colloidal crystals and single colloids is presented. This method takes advantage of the highly efficient conversion of photons into heat exhibited by gold nanoparticles. The easy control of experimental parameters allowed control of the spatial resolution of the patterns. This may open the way to practical applications for the technology.
authors.forename: Ivano
authors.initials: I
authors.lastname: Alessandri
authors.forename: Laura E
authors.initials: LE
authors.lastname: Depero