Colloids Science in Asia

Dear Colleagues,

Colloid science is an important area of knowledge describing systems where molecular and nanoscale phenomena impart key properties. Colloidal phenomena are related to the adsorption, aggregation, and self-assembly of material dispersions, where the interactions between phases and at interfaces are dominant aspects of the system behavior. Colloid and interface science has a critical role in the industrial design and manufacture of almost any chemical and many bio-industry “finished” products (e.g., medicines and biocides, foods, personal care and household care products, ceramics and composites, paints and coatings). They are also key ingredients for the so-called ‘nanotechnology revolution’.

Recent advances in colloid and interface science have enabled the development of new functional materials to address social needs and to establish a smart and sustainable society. Owing to the growing interest and importance of modern colloid and interface science in Asian countries, we invite researchers to contribute original research articles and review articles dealing with all aspects of colloids in Asia. This Special Issue of Colloids and Interfaces is devoted (but not limited) to current topics in colloidal science, including nano-/biotechnology, self-assembly, polymers, and composite materials and their applications in cosmetics, personal care products, delivery systems, microelectronics, pharmaceutics, and bioengineering. In addition, original basic research on the chemical, biological, and pharmacological activities of small molecules, polymeric materials, and compounds obtained from natural sources are welcome. Thus, this Special Issue will help to solve the existing problems within the regional scientific community.

Dr. Abhijit Dan
Prof. Dr. Aruna Dhathathreyan
Guest Editors

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