Impact of Polymer Molecular Weight on Aging of Poly(Ethyleneoxide)/Dextran All-Aqueous Emulsions Stabilized by Oppositely Charged Nanoparticle/Polyelectrolyte Assemblies.

ABSTRACT: Aqueous two-phase systems (ATPSs) based on two incompatible polymers have recently garnered considerable attention due to the promising characteristics of all-aqueous emulsions for a range of applications. Recent investigations have indicated strong potential for interfacial assemblies of oppositely charged components in the stabilization of these emulsions. The formation of these confined assemblies is likely to depend on the size of the ATPS-constituting polymers; however, the role of this parameter remains to be elucidated. The primary objective of this study was to examine the effect of polyethylene oxide (PEO) molecular weight on the aging processes of PEO/dextran emulsions that are stabilized by the interfacial association of oppositely charged silica particles and polycations. It ha

SUBMITTER: Kardos A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12431505 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature