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Functional patterned coatings by thin polymer film dewetting
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posted on 2023-05-19, 10:58 authored by Telford, AM, Stuart ThickettStuart Thickett, Neto, CAn approach for the fabrication of functional polymer surface coatings is introduced, where micro-scale structure and surface functionality are obtained by means of self-assembly mechanisms. We illustrate two main applications of micro-patterned polymer surfaces obtained through dewetting of bilayers of thin polymer films. By tuning the physical and chemical properties of the polymer bilayers, micro-patterned surface coatings could be produced that have applications both for the selective attachment and patterning of proteins and cells, with potential applications as biomaterials, and for the collection of water from the atmosphere. In all cases, the aim is to achieve functional coatings using approaches that are simple to realize, use low cost materials and are potentially scalable.
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Publication title
Journal of Colloid and Interface ScienceVolume
507Pagination
453-469ISSN
0021-9797Department/School
School of Natural SciencesPublisher
Academic Press Inc Elsevier SciencePlace of publication
525 B St, Ste 1900, San Diego, USA, Ca, 92101-4495Rights statement
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