Abstract: In this paper，the recent progress in the preparation of Cu nanowires is reviewed，including preparative strategies and mechanisms of vapor-deposition methods，template-assisted methods，reverse micellar methods，electric driven self-assembly methods and liquid-phase reducing methods . Detailed introductions to the potential applications in catalysis，photology，electronics and dynamics of Cu nanowires are presented. The potential and promising trends of Cu nanowires in photocatalysis，microelectronic devices and sensor technology are also proposed.

Key words: liquid-phase reducing methods, Cu nanowires, synthesis, application

摘要： 综述了Cu纳米线制备技术的最新进展，系统介绍了气相沉积法、模板法、反向胶束法、电场驱动自组装以及液相还原法制备Cu纳米线的原理和特点，比较了不同方法在Cu纳米线制备中的优缺点，并探讨了Cu纳米线在催化、光学、电学和力学方面的潜在应用，最后展望了Cu纳米线在光催化、微电子器件及传感器技术中的应用前景。

关键词: 液相还原法, Cu纳米线, 制备, 应用