Surfactants at the Soft Interfacial Layer
A special issue of Molecules (ISSN 1420-3049). This special issue belongs to the section "Physical Chemistry".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 28 June 2024 | Viewed by 836
Special Issue Editor
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Surfactants are a special class of reagents that are found in multiple-phase systems. Although the macro-influence of these molecules is well-reported in many processes, such as flotation, liquid/liquid solvent extraction, emulsification, de-emulsification and foaming, the fundamental properties at the interface remain unclear. The classical concept of surface excess reveals little information about the interfacial layer. Recent progress in the field has indirectly provided new research directions and insights. Advances in organic synthesis enable precise molecular structure control and thus provide a structure–properties relationship. On the other hand, molecular simulations provide detailed insights into the interactions/arrangement/bonding dynamics of the surfactant-laden interfacial layer. Advanced experimental techniques enable accurate measurements for surfactant-controlled processes, such as dynamic adsorption, drainage of the foaming, diffusiophoresis and spontaneous emulsification. This Special Issue highlights selected applications and discusses key opportunities that can help optimize surfactants’ application. We aim to focus on the selection of reviews and original research reporting on the interfacial phenomena. Additionally, research showing advanced technologies related to formulations of surfactants, solvents and ions is also a focus of this Special Issue. We also welcome authors who can contribute original research on surfactants' mechanisms of action at the interface.
Dr. Chi Phan
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- surfactant
- water surface
- evaporation
- emulsion
- foaming
