This course will first introduce the fundamental intermolecular and surface forces and thermodynamics, and then discuss their roles in determining the properties of simple systems such as gases, liquids, solids and complex soft matter phases and systems. Next, we will discuss representative examples of responsive soft matter, including smart surfaces, liquid crystals and shape changing polymers.
This course will first introduce the fundamental intermolecular and surface forces and thermodynamics, and then discuss their roles in determining the properties of simple systems such as gases, liquids, solids and complex soft matter phases and systems. Next, we will discuss representative examples of responsive soft matter, including smart surfaces, liquid crystals and shape changing polymers.
