Projects - MHP (Martijn) de Heer Kloots MSc

From polyelectrolyte complex films to smart functional coatings

In previous research, polyelectrolyte complexation triggered by evaporation of a volatile base was shown to induce coating formation. The focus of this project is to develop polyelectrolyte complex coatings with added functionality.

The strategy we are following is first elucidating the fundamental processes underlying film formation from a coating mixture. In particular, the network formation, evaporation and phase separation specific to the coatings will be studied. By understanding these, we will more reliably make coatings with additional functionality, leading to multifunctional coatings.

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Subdivision	Physical Chemistry and Soft Matter
Address	Stippeneng 4 6708WE WAGENINGEN
Post address	Postbus/POBox 8038 6700EK WAGENINGEN
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Building/room	Helix(124)/N.A.
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Expertise	Physical chemistry, Polymers, Spectroscopy, Materials science, Polyelectrolytes