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Marine stromal proteins represent a promising but underexplored source of natural emulsifiers for developing functional emulsions. This study investigated the effects of high-intensity ultrasound (HIU) on the physicochemical characteristics, interfac...

Glyceride crystals stabilize water-in-oil (W/O) emulsions through two complementary mechanisms: formation of a crystalline layer around water droplets (Pickering stabilization) and development of a crystal network within the continuous oil phase. To...

The development of an effective recognition interface is a critical step in biosensor design. In this study, aptamer- and antibody-functionalized gold surfaces were compared as capture interfaces for Bacillus cereus spores. Two aptamer sequences and...

Doxorubicin hydrochloride (DX) is a widely used chemotherapeutic agent whose severe side effects can be attenuated by suitably designing drug delivery systems. The complexation between DX and the biocompatible and biodegradable sodium alginate (ALG)...

The equilibrium structure and mutual interpenetration of two opposing solvent-free polymer brushes with a negative Flory–Huggins interaction parameter $\chi$ are investigated using numerical self-consistent field calculations and an analytical a...

A pH-responsive polymer-coated hybrid colloidal micellar nanocarrier was developed as a mixed lipid–polymer nanostructure for the delivery and controlled release of Diclofenac to mildly acidic environments (inflamed or tumor tissues). The parti...

Silica nanoparticles treated with the hydrophilic triblock copolymer Pluronic F-127 were used to stabilize Pickering emulsions in water/eucalyptol mixtures. The particle–polymer dispersions were employed without removal of unadsorbed polymer, s...

For the first time, a systematic study was conducted on the properties and colloidal stability of suspensions containing synthesized MgO nanoparticles. The nanoparticles were synthesized using hydroquinone as a chelating agent. This approach ensured...

In this work, the impact of UV (ultaviolet) radiation combined with thermal treatments and Ag doping in TiO₂ transparent films on crystal structure and light absorption in the visible spectral region is investigated. The nanostructured TiO₂:Ag films...

This study investigates Na⁺/Ca²⁺ ion exchange on poly(4-styrene sulfonate) anion (PSS) chains both in solution and PSS adsorbed onto TiO₂ nanoparticles to gain deeper insights into the behavior of surface-bound polyelectrolytes and evaluate their pot...

The global phase-out of legacy long-chain per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFASs) has driven the chemical industry toward short-chain alternatives. However, this shift has created unpredictable treatment challenges due to their different physicoc...

Herein, we demonstrate that self-cracking films derived from polyethyleneimine-block-poly(2-phenyl-2-oxazoline) (PEI-b-PPOZ) polymersomes can serve as colloidal templates for transparent conductive metal meshes while retaining a polymer-derived inter...

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Porous three-dimensional reduced graphene oxide (3DrGO) combines a hierarchical pore network with tunable surface chemistry, making it an attractive material for applications involving mass transport and interfacial phenomena. In this work, the pore...

Plant-parasitic nematodes (PPNs), particularly Meloidogyne enterolobii, pose a severe threat to global agriculture, necessitating the development of sustainable and highly effective management alternatives. Herein, we report the rational design, phys...

In recent decades, old ideas of liquid water as a mixture of two distinct states, even at room temperature, resurged fueled by x-ray results that can be interpreted as fluctuating patches of high-density and low-density liquids. Isosbestic points in...

Drug delivery systems (DDSs) have attracted significant attention due to their ability to enhance therapeutic efficacy while minimizing side effects. In this study, vancomycin (VCM)-loaded calcium phosphate-liposome (CaPLip) composite nanoparticles w...

Chrysocolla, a hydrated copper silicate mineral, is notoriously difficult to recover by conventional froth flotation due to its microporous structure, low hydrophobicity, impurity substitutions, and poor response to traditional collectors. This study...

Aramid nanofibers (ANFs) inherit the exceptional properties of the bulk counterparts, while introducing a large specific surface area and excellent processability. However, the strong inter-fibrillar interactions and tendency to agglomerate hinder th...

Seniors represent a vulnerable demographic group at risk of inadequate nutrient and fiber intake due to various age-related changes. It is essential to address the issue of nutritional security for this growing population category. The objective of t...

High-salinity waters, including seawater, brines, and saline radioactive effluents, contain recoverable uranium or require uranium removal, but their complex chemistry complicates both capture and regeneration. Under seawater-relevant conditions, U(V...

With the pervasive deployment of 5G communication systems and electronic devices, electromagnetic (EM) pollution has emerged as a critical environmental concern. Due to their wide availability, low cost, and ease of acquisition, biomass materials hav...

This work introduces a Targeted Emulsified-Solvent Injection (TESI) process for extracting bitumen from oil sands. In TESI, a solvent is emulsified near the emulsion phase inversion point (PIP), where the interfacial tension and the emulsion stabilit...

Controlling the interfacial behavior is essential for understanding the efficiency of surfactant–nanoparticle systems in practice. In this study, we investigate how silica (SiO₂) nanoparticles alter the surface and interfacial properties of sod...

Bioinspired superhydrophobic surfaces (SHS) have been proven to afford high corrosion inhibition to the underlying metal. Targeting brass metal, this paper presents a biomimetic mineralization route for obtaining SHS. Calcium carbonate is first synth...

Silicon carbide (SiC) nanowires possess unique one-dimensional structural features, excellent mechanical strength, thermal stability and wide bandgap properties, showing great potential in high-temperature electronics, catalysis, sensing and composit...

Simple and non-invasive transdermal vaccination is an attractive alternative to conventional injection-based immunization. However, the effectiveness of transdermal vaccines is often constrained by the stratum corneum barrier. Although the use of sol...

Nanobubbles have attracted increasing interest in food systems because they can modify gas dispersion, interfacial transport, washing performance, preservation processes, and the structures of dispersed matrices. However, their behavior cannot be int...

We conducted a theoretical analysis on the diffusiophoretic motion of a dielectric droplet in a cylindrical pore in the presence of an induced diffusion potential, such as that in a NaCl electrolyte solution. The fundamental electrokinetic governing...

This study presents the development and comprehensive characterization of innovative formulations for facial toners based on micellar water–glycol systems. The study evaluated aqueous solutions of three natural glycols—1,3-propanediol, 1,...

Colloidal systems and interfacial phenomena underpin a multitude of applied technologies through their ability to control the evolution and interactions of dispersed phases [...]

Imidazole-based ionic liquids hold immense potential in the field of mineral flotation due to their tunable properties. In this study, three imidazole-based ionic liquids with varying carbon chain lengths (OMB, DMB, and HMB) were selected as collecto...

The increasing demand for sustainable and affordable surfactants requires the exploration of novel bio-based alternatives. In this context, this work investigates the potential of baker’s yeast (Saccharomyces cerevisiae) as a surface-active age...

Molybdenum blue dispersions were synthesized via an ion-exchange approach using hydroquinone and glucose as reducing agents to clarify the influence of reductant chemistry on redox evolution and colloidal stability. Electrolyte-free conditions enable...

Branched poly(vinyl alcohol) (PVA) was synthesized via chemical modification of linear PVA with epichlorohydrin in an alkaline aqueous medium under conditions preventing crosslinking. Branching was confirmed by IR and Heteronuclear Single Quantum Coh...

Dispersion stabilization of nanoparticles for catalytic reactions is an important issue. However, dispersing agents should be carefully selected not to hinder catalytic performance. In the present study, physisorption of cyclic poly(ethylene glycol)...

From a colloid science perspective, colloidal systems are not simply heterogeneous mixtures, but organized dispersed media in which solid particles, liquid droplets, gas bubbles, or other mesoscopic entities are distributed within a continuous phase...

The rheology of dilute emulsions is reviewed comprehensively. The fundamental equations governing the flow fields inside and outside the droplets are discussed, along with the boundary conditions. The rheological constitutive law for dilute emulsions...

Gum arabic (GA) is a widely used natural hydrocolloid in food processing because its protein–polysaccharide architecture combines high water solubility, low bulk viscosity, and useful interfacial activity. These attributes make GA valuable as a...

The temporal dynamics and statistical properties of air nanobubbles (NBs) in ultrapure water were investigated using nanoparticle tracking analysis (NTA). Statistical analysis of NB lifetimes reveals a strong correlation between bubble size and persi...

Cyclocarya paliurus polysaccharides (CPP) possess various physiological functions such as lipid-lowering and antioxidant activities. However, as a complex plant-based dispersion system, the interfacial characteristics of fermented C. paliurus beverag...

This Special Issue brings together a diverse collection of contributions that highlight the rapid advances and emerging directions in colloid and interface science across Asia [...]

Cannabinol (CBN) is a highly lipophilic phytocannabinoid whose biomedical application is limited by poor water solubility. In this study, colloidal hydroxyapatite nanoparticles (nHAp) were evaluated as a carrier for CBN, and their effect on model lip...

From a physical point of view, interfaces are not simply borders between two contacting continuous phases, but material objects with specific properties [...]

The colloidal particles present in natural soil and groundwater systems possess distinctive properties that enable them to migrate across solid surfaces, thereby exerting a significant influence on the distribution of pollutants. While the attachment...

Polymer flooding is a well-established chemical enhanced oil recovery (EOR) method, primarily aimed at improving sweep efficiency. However, the interplay between polymer properties and porous media, particularly the influence on permeability reductio...

Robust, lightweight, and thermally insulating building materials, developed according to the In Situ Resource Utilization (ISRU) paradigm, are essential for enabling Moon settlements. With this aim, we have investigated the formulation and characteri...

Non-dilute emulsions are emulsions where the concentration of the droplets is high enough for the neighbouring droplets to interact with each other hydrodynamically but is still smaller than the packed bed concentration where the droplets are packed...

The acquisition of liquid energy sources and basic chemicals from washing water via Kolbe electrolysis is of great significance for achieving the goal of carbon-neutrality. However, oleophilic products tend to adhere to the platinum (Pt) electrode, w...