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Colloidal Dispersions group
Professor Alex Routh
About Us
Colloids consist of at least two phases, one of whose dimensions are typically of sub-micron size. Research activities include both dispersed colloidal particles and materials formed from them. Areas of interest include the formation of core-shell particles, the thermodynamics and spatial arrangement of surfactants in multiple emulsions, and film formation from aqueous dispersions. Beyond film formation, studies are made on the influence of particle network microstructure upon macroscopic properties of films: these include strength, fracture resistance, and crack patterning.
Research
The group explores how colloidal particles assemble and behave in dispersions, particularly during film formation and drying. Their work also examines encapsulation and colloidosome formation, uncovering how particles organise at interfaces.
Publications
Explore the group’s research publications on the behaviour and assembly of colloidal particles, from film formation and drying to encapsulation and colloidosomes.
People
The Colloidal Dispersions Group brings together researchers and students working on the science of particle dispersions, film formation and encapsulation.
Joining us
We welcome enquiries from prospective students and researchers interested in working in a collaborative, interdisciplinary environment.
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