A short review on carbon-based nanomaterials and their hybrids

A wide range of carbon allotropes exists, each with different properties and characteristics that make them appealing for various practical applications. In this brief review, our work on carbon-based nanomaterials is presented. Particular attention is given to hybrid materials, characterized by a simultaneous growth of different carbon allotropes, which in turn allows to integrate the often-complementary properties of each one in the same material. Using chemical vapour deposition (CVD) as a basis, the synthesis conditions, properties, and potential applications of these hybrids are described. Additionally, ongoing work on other carbon materials, such as CVD-grown and laser-induced graphene is presented.