Dynamic forces: changing the world

Many chemical, pharmaceutical, food, and biotechnology products require colloids (materials smaller than approximately 0.000001 m) to be dispersed or aggregated in liquids. The forces acting between the colloids determine if they will disperse or aggregate. Many innovative nano- and bio-technological materials need specific physical properties, which can be controlled through the forces in the system. We aim to develop methods to change these forces and control the extent to which they are changed. We are studying dynamic forces using interfacial chemistry and techniques like Atomic Force Microscopy. In order to change and control the physical properties of materials, we bring these forces into a dynamic state by applying various stimuli, such as magnetic and electric fields, audible sounds, and heat. Our goal is to design and fabricate materials with the desired properties by using these forces.

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