Electrically Switchable Molecular Adhesion via Self-Assembled Monolayer-Mediated Hydration and Ion Structuring.

ABSTRACT: The interplay of specific surface interactions as well as ion and hydration structuring takes on a pivotal role in dictating the intermolecular, intersurface, and colloidal behavior at solid-liquid interfaces. The detailed atomic and molecular structure consequently influences a wide array of surface-mediated functions in technological and biological systems. Ion and hydration structuring at the interface is susceptible to various surface parameters, including surface potential, structural modifications including molecular adsorbents, the charge of specific functional groups, and electrolyte composition. Here, we disclose an electromechanical adhesion switch mechanism and demonstrate, in operation, the impact of molecular surface modification and potential modulation on adhesive and repuls

SUBMITTER: Wieser V 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12636003 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature