Structure and Functional Properties of Colloidal Systems

Presenting a clear analysis of the connections between structure and functional properties in the rapidly evolving field of colloid and interface science, this text combines fundamental research with technical applications. It narrows the field to focus on those aspects of colloidal systems where intensive research has led to heightened understanding of such systems and applications of commercial significance. Among dozens of topics, it includes chapters on semiconductor nanoparticles, colloidal photonic crystals and laser applications, and microgels in drug delivery. Researchers will benefit from the wealth of methods presented. A final chapter covers characterization, optimization, and scale-up.