Advances in Colloid and Interface Science

Article	Citations
Preparation, surface functionalization and application of Fe3O4 magnetic nanoparticles	342
Synthesis of nanomaterials using various top-down and bottom-up approaches, influencing factors, advantages, and disadvantages: A review	332
Nanoparticle processing: Understanding and controlling aggregation	233
Nanostructured metal oxides and its hybrids for photocatalytic and biomedical applications	207
Carbon nanomaterials against pathogens; the antimicrobial activity of carbon nanotubes, graphene/graphene oxide, fullerenes, and their nanocomposites	206
Application of three dimensional porous aerogels as adsorbent for removal of heavy metal ions from water/wastewater: A review study	200
Applications of tannic acid in membrane technologies: A review	195
Application of bio-nanocomposite films and edible coatings for extending the shelf life of fresh fruits and vegetables	185
Underground hydrogen storage: Influencing parameters and future outlook	174
Spinel ferrites (MFe2O4): Synthesis, improvement and catalytic application in environment and energy field	168
Constructing interlayer to tailor structure and performance of thin-film composite polyamide membranes: A review	163
Effect of synthetic surfactants on the environment and the potential for substitution by biosurfactants	158
Silver nanoparticles: Synthesis, investigation techniques, and properties	154
Emulsification and emulsion stability: The role of the interfacial properties	144
Recent advances in chemical surface modification of metal oxide nanoparticles with silane coupling agents: A review	143
Metal-organic framework (MOF) composites as promising materials for energy storage applications	138
Bacterial adhesion on orthopedic implants	124
A state of the art review on the synthesis, antibacterial, antioxidant, antidiabetic and tissue regeneration activities of zinc oxide nanoparticles	121
The emerging role of nanotechnology in skincare	120
Icephobic/anti-icing properties of superhydrophobic surfaces	118
Zinc oxide nanoparticles: A comprehensive review on its synthesis, anticancer and drug delivery applications as well as health risks	116
Pore wettability for enhanced oil recovery, contaminant adsorption and oil/water separation: A review	111
Hydrodynamics and surface properties influence biofilm proliferation	110
Antibacterial hydrogel coating: Strategies in surface chemistry	108
Strategies, advances, and challenges associated with the use of graphene-based nanocomposites for electrochemical biosensors	105

A closer physico-chemical look to the Layer-by-Layer electrostatic self-assembly of polyelectrolyte multilayers	102
Recent advances on protein separation and purification methods	102
Biodegradable calcium phosphate nanoparticles for cancer therapy	101
Janus membranes for membrane distillation: Recent advances and challenges	98
The impact of relative humidity on electrospun polymer fibers: From structural changes to fiber morphology	97
Review of low salinity waterflooding in carbonate rocks: mechanisms, investigation techniques, and future directions	96
Nanoencapsulation of phase change materials (PCMs) and their applications in various fields for energy storage and management	95
What affects the biocompatibility of polymers?	94
Multifunctional membranes with super-wetting characteristics for oil-water separation and removal of hazardous environmental pollutants from water: A review	94
Recent innovations in functionalized layered double hydroxides: Fabrication, characterization, and industrial applications	93
Recent progress on the enhancement of photocatalytic properties of BiPO4 using π–conjugated materials	92
Naturally available diatomite and their surface modification for the removal of hazardous dye and metal ions: A review	92
Advances of 3D graphene and its composites in the field of microwave absorption	90
Multifunctional superhydrophobic surfaces	90
Polydopamine at biological interfaces	89
Superhydrophobic surfaces and coatings by electrochemical anodic oxidation and plasma electrolytic oxidation	87
Comprehensive review on surfactant adsorption on mineral surfaces in chemical enhanced oil recovery	87
Copper-based metal–organic frameworks for biomedical applications	87
A review on the features, performance and potential applications of hydrogel-based wearable strain/pressure sensors	86
State-of-the-art of 3D printing technology of alginate-based hydrogels—An emerging technique for industrial applications	86
Recent advances in active targeting of nanomaterials for anticancer drug delivery	86
Absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion of nanocarriers in vivo and their influences	85
Electrophoretic deposition of polymers and proteins for biomedical applications	84
A review on clay wettability: From experimental investigations to molecular dynamics simulations	83
Surface chemistry of graphene and graphene oxide: A versatile route for their dispersion and tribological applications	80
Seed mucilages as the functional ingredients for biodegradable films and edible coatings in the food industry	80
Froth flotation of fluorite: A review	80
A review of reagents applied to rare-earth mineral flotation	79
Strategies to prolong the residence time of drug delivery systems on ocular surface	79
Transition metal selenides and diselenides: Hydrothermal fabrication, investigation of morphology, particle size and and their applications in photocatalyst	78
Enhanced oil recovery from fractured carbonate reservoirs using nanoparticles with low salinity water and surfactant: A review on experimental and simulation studies	78
Bioprintable tough hydrogels for tissue engineering applications	78
Current advances in the classification, production, properties and applications of microbial biosurfactants – A critical review	77
Multiphase flow in microfluidics: From droplets and bubbles to the encapsulated structures	77
A critical review of synthesis procedures, applications and future potential of nanoemulsions	77
Progress of polymer gels for conformance control in oilfield	77
New insights into food hydrogels with reinforced mechanical properties: A review on innovative strategies	76
Face masks against COVID-19: Standards, efficacy, testing and decontamination methods	76
Emulsion characterization via microfluidic devices: A review on interfacial tension and stability to coalescence	76
Functional catalytic membrane development: A review of catalyst coating techniques	75
Nanoparticles: From synthesis to applications and beyond	74
Surface activity and foaming properties of saponin-rich plants extracts	74
Mechanisms of ice formation and propagation on superhydrophobic surfaces: A review	73
Polyimide based super-wettable membranes/materials for high performance oil/water mixture and emulsion separation: A review	73
Weak polyelectrolyte-based multilayers via layer-by-layer assembly: Approaches, properties, and applications	72
A review of wettability alteration using surfactants in carbonate reservoirs	72
Liposomes as biocompatible and smart delivery systems – the current state	72
Morphology and microstructural analysis of bioactive-loaded micro/nanocarriers via microscopy techniques; CLSM/SEM/TEM/AFM	71
Application of nano/microencapsulated phenolic compounds against cancer	71
Application of conventional and hybrid nanofluids in different machining processes: A critical review	71

Surface characterization of thin-film composite membranes using contact angle technique: Review of quantification strategies and applications	70
Recent advances on micellar catalysis in water	69
Drug nanodelivery systems based on natural polysaccharides against different diseases	69
Discussion on molecular dynamics (MD) simulations of the asphalt materials	69
Fundamentals and applications of particle stabilized emulsions in cosmetic formulations	68
Protein immobilization on graphene oxide or reduced graphene oxide surface and their applications: Influence over activity, structural and thermal stability of protein	68
Emulsions containing essential oils, their components or volatile semiochemicals as promising tools for insect pest and pathogen management	67
Therapeutic oxygen delivery by perfluorocarbon-based colloids	66
Introducing nano/microencapsulated bioactive ingredients for extending the shelf-life of food products	65
Emergence of sulfur quantum dots: Unfolding their synthesis, properties, and applications	64
A critical review on thermal conductivity enhancement of graphene-based nanofluids	63
Application of surfactants as anticorrosive materials: A comprehensive review	62
Incorporation of silver nanoparticles into active antimicrobial nanocomposites: Release behavior, analyzing techniques, applications and safety issues	61
Bio-nanocomposites of graphene with biopolymers; fabrication, properties, and applications	61
Hydroxyapatite with magnetic core: Synthesis methods, properties, adsorption and medical applications	60
2D/2D Heterojunction systems for the removal of organic pollutants: A review	60
Cationic gemini surfactant properties, its potential as a promising bioapplication candidate, and strategies for improving its biocompatibility: A review	60
From platinum atoms in molecules to colloidal nanoparticles: A review on reduction, nucleation and growth mechanisms	59
The challenge of lubricant-replenishment on lubricant-impregnated surfaces	58
A review on recent developments in electrochemical hydrogen peroxide synthesis with a critical assessment of perspectives and strategies	58
Magnetic nanofluids (Ferrofluids): Recent advances, applications, challenges, and future directions	57
Recent advancements in 3D bioprinting technology of carboxymethyl cellulose-based hydrogels: Utilization in tissue engineering	57
A review on super-wettable porous membranes and materials based on bio-polymeric chitosan for oil-water separation	57
Sustainable hydrogen production by molybdenum carbide-based efficient photocatalysts: From properties to mechanism	57
Detection of food spoilage and adulteration by novel nanomaterial-based sensors	57
Nanoprecipitation as a simple and straightforward process to create complex polymeric colloidal morphologies	57
Temperature dependence of the contact angle of water: A review of research progress, theoretical understanding, and implications for boiling heat transfer	56
Interactions of particulate matter and pulmonary surfactant: Implications for human health	56
Droplet manipulation on superhydrophobic surfaces based on external stimulation: A review	56
Recent advances in superhydrophobic polyurethane: Preparations and applications	56
Nanomaterial based PVA nanocomposite hydrogels for biomedical sensing: Advances toward designing the ideal flexible/wearable nanoprobes	55
Natural and engineered clays and clay minerals for the removal of poly- and perfluoroalkyl substances from water: State-of-the-art and future perspectives	55
A scope at antifouling strategies to prevent catheter-associated infections	54
Reviewing nanoplastic toxicology: It's an interface problem	54
Engineering of g-C3N4-based photocatalysts to enhance hydrogen evolution	54
Dissipative particle dynamics simulations in colloid and Interface science: a review	54
3D and 4D printing: From innovation to evolution	53
Recent progress on Pickering emulsions stabilized by polysaccharides-based micro/nanoparticles	53
Core-shell microparticles: From rational engineering to diverse applications	53
Capillary imbibition and flow of wetting liquid in irregular capillaries: A 100-year review	52
Graphene-based materials for adsorptive removal of pollutants from water and underlying interaction mechanism	52
Microgels at interfaces, from mickering emulsions to flat interfaces and back	52
Defect engineering in polymeric carbon nitride photocatalyst: Synthesis, properties and characterizations	52
Titanium dioxide nanoparticles as multifunctional surface-active materials for smart/active nanocomposite packaging films	51
Recent developments in industrial applications of nanoemulsions	50
Hydrogel beads-based nanocomposites in novel drug delivery platforms: Recent trends and developments	50
Advances of microemulsion and its applications for improved oil recovery	50
An overview on alumina-silica-based aerogels	50
Biochars and activated carbons as adsorbents of inorganic and organic compounds from multicomponent systems – A review	50
Layered double hydroxides for removing and recovering phosphate: Recent advances and future directions	50
A coherent set of model equations for various surface and interface energies in systems with liquid and solid metals and alloys	49
Surface interaction mechanisms in mineral flotation: Fundamentals, measurements, and perspectives	49
Bitumen and asphalt concrete modified by nanometer-sized particles: Basic concepts, the state of the art and future perspectives of the nanoscale approach	48
Development of molecularly imprinted polymer based phase boundaries for sensors design (review)	48
Advances in biogenically synthesized shaped metal- and carbon-based nanoarchitectures and their medicinal applications	48
Stimulus-responsive luminescent hydrogels: Design and applications	48
Toward molecular characterization of asphaltene from different origins under different conditions by means of FT-IR spectroscopy	48
Recent progress on research of molybdenite flotation: A review	48
Interfacial and molecular interactions between fractions of heavy oil and surfactants in porous media: Comprehensive review	48
Thermoresponsive interfaces obtained using poly(N-isopropylacrylamide)-based copolymer for bioseparation and tissue engineering applications	47
One–dimensional metal–organic frameworks for electrochemical applications	47
Alginate-based nanocarriers for the delivery and controlled-release of bioactive compounds	47
Interactions of the molecular assembly of polysaccharide-protein systems as encapsulation materials. A review	47
Nano-enabled personalized nutrition: Developing multicomponent-bioactive colloidal delivery systems	47
Semiconductor photocatalysts: A critical review highlighting the various strategies to boost the photocatalytic performances for diverse applications	47
Metal and metal oxide-based antiviral nanoparticles: Properties, mechanisms of action, and applications	46
Photothermal conversion and transfer in photothermal therapy: From macroscale to nanoscale	46
Curcumin encapsulation in functional PLGA nanoparticles: A promising strategy for cancer therapies	45
Contact angle measurements: From existing methods to an open-source tool	44
Biowaste- and nature-derived (nano)materials: Biosynthesis, stability and environmental applications	44
Targeted delivery and controlled released of essential oils using nanoencapsulation: A review	44
Equilibrium mono- and multicomponent adsorption models: From homogeneous ideal to heterogeneous non-ideal binding	44
Fitting pieces into the puzzle: The impact of titanium-based dental implant surface modifications on bacterial accumulation and polymicrobial infections	43
Ionic liquid-based antimicrobial materials for water treatment, air filtration, food packaging and anticorrosion coatings	43
Pattern detection in colloidal assembly: A mosaic of analysis techniques	43
Functional-modified polyurethanes for rendering surfaces antimicrobial: An overview	42
Encapsulation of volatile compounds in liquid media: Fragrances, flavors, and essential oils in commercial formulations	42
Multiscale combined techniques for evaluating emulsion stability: A critical review	42
Recent advances for understanding the role of nanobubbles in particles flotation	41
Current progress and prospects of organic nanoparticles against bacterial biofilm	41

Applications of serum albumins in delivery systems: Differences in interfacial behaviour and interacting abilities with polysaccharides	41
Encapsulation of multiple probiotics, synbiotics, or nutrabiotics for improved health effects: A review	41
The pH dependent surface charging and points of zero charge. IX. Update	40
Advances in the therapeutic delivery and applications of functionalized Pluronics: A critical review	40
Layered double hydroxides are still out in the bloom: Syntheses, applications and advantages of three-dimensional flower-like structures	40
New view of the adsorption of surfactants at water/alkane interfaces – Competitive and cooperative effects of surfactant and alkane molecules	39
Electrochemical energy storage electrodes from fruit biochar	39
CO2 hydrogenation over functional nanoporous polymers and metal-organic frameworks	39
Particle-stabilized oil foams	39
Hydrophilicity and hydrophobicity consideration of organic surfactant compounds: Effect of alkyl chain length on corrosion protection	39
Recent advances in tailoring and improving the properties of polyimide aerogels and their application	39
Fluorinated surfactants: A review on recent progress on synthesis and oilfield applications	39
Review on the advancements of magnetic gels: towards multifunctional magnetic liposome-hydrogel composites for biomedical applications	38
Core-shell structured cadmium sulfide nanocomposites for solar energy utilization	38
Electrospraying as a novel process for the synthesis of particles/nanoparticles loaded with poorly water-soluble bioactive molecules	38
Biopolymer-based nanocarriers for sustained release of agrochemicals: A review on materials and social science perspectives for a sustainable future of agri- and horticulture	38
Colloidal properties of the metal-free semiconductor graphitic carbon nitride	37
Microemulsions as nano-reactors for the solubilization, separation, purification and encapsulation of bioactive compounds	37
Stability and release mechanisms of double emulsions loaded with bioactive compounds; a critical review	37
Electrochemical biosensors based on polymer nanocomposites for detecting breast cancer: Recent progress and future prospects	37
Novel ionic separation mechanisms in electrically driven membrane processes	36
Effect of selected monovalent salts on surfactant stabilized foams	36
Robust nanocarriers to engineer nanobiocatalysts for bioprocessing applications	36
Modification of adsorption, aggregation and wetting properties of surfactants by short chain alcohols	36
Pickering foams and parameters influencing their characteristics	36
Heads or tails? The synthesis, self-assembly, properties and uses of betaine and betaine-like surfactants	35
Hydrophilic polymer-based anti-biofouling coatings: Preparation, mechanism, and durability	35
Dropwise condensation: From fundamentals of wetting, nucleation, and droplet mobility to performance improvement by advanced functional surfaces	35
Overview of the development of slippery surfaces: Lubricants from presence to absence	35
Double hydrophilic block copolymers self-assemblies in biomedical applications	35
Insights into colloidal nanoparticle-protein corona interactions for nanomedicine applications	35
Recent advances of bio-inspired anti-icing surfaces	35
Biocatalytic self-assembled synthetic vesicles and coacervates: From single compartment to artificial cells	34
Smart surfaces with reversibly switchable wettability: Concepts, synthesis and applications	34
Surface science of cosmetic substrates, cleansing actives and formulations	34
Biosensing platform on ferrite magnetic nanoparticles: Synthesis, functionalization, mechanism and applications	34
Carbon-based aerogels for biomedical sensing: Advances toward designing the ideal sensor	34
Recent advances in carbon nanotubes-based biocatalysts and their applications	33
Fog collection behavior of bionic surface and large fog collector: A review	33
Applying droplets and films in evaporative lithography	33
Photocatalytic nanoparticles – From membrane interactions to antimicrobial and antiviral effects	33
Green fluorescent protein inspired fluorophores	33
Investigation of ion-exchange membranes by means of chronopotentiometry: A comprehensive review on this highly informative and multipurpose technique	33
Recent advances and challenges in 2D/2D heterojunction photocatalysts for solar fuels applications	32
Rising of MXenes: Novel 2D-functionalized nanomaterials as a new milestone in corrosion science - a critical review	32
Graphene aerogels via hydrothermal gelation of graphene oxide colloids: Fine-tuning of its porous and chemical properties and catalytic applications	32
A broad perspective to particle-laden fluid interfaces systems: from chemically homogeneous particles to active colloids	32
State-of-the-art progresses for Ti3C2Tx MXene reinforced polymer composites in corrosion and tribology aspects	32
Sawdust, a versatile, inexpensive, readily available bio-waste: From mother earth to valuable materials for sustainable remediation technologies	32
Potential application of Micellar nanoreactor for electron transfer reactions mediated by a variety of oxidants: A review	31
Assembled milk protein nano-architectures as potential nanovehicles for nutraceuticals	31
Fabrication of air filters with advanced filtration performance for removal of viral aerosols and control the spread of COVID-19	31
Recent advances in surface and interface design of photocatalysts for the degradation of volatile organic compounds	31
Data evaluation for surface-sensitive label-free methods to obtain real-time kinetic and structural information of thin films: A practical review with related software packages	31
Cyclodextrin/surfactant inclusion complexes: An integrated view of their thermodynamic and structural properties	31
Magnetic surfactants: A review of recent progress in synthesis and applications	31
Correlation between interfacial layer properties and physical stability of food emulsions: current trends, challenges, strategies, and further perspectives	31
Biomolecule-mediated chiral nanostructures: a review of chiral mechanism and application	31
Advances in fluorescence sensing enabled by lanthanide-doped upconversion nanophosphors	31
Green surfactants for corrosion control: Design, performance and applications	30
Covalent functionalization of MXenes for tribological purposes - a critical review	30
Nano-architectural assembly of soy proteins: A promising strategy to fabricate nutraceutical nanovehicles	30
Protein-based polyelectrolyte multilayers	30
Fundamental aspects of nanocellulose stabilized Pickering emulsions and foams	30
Nanointeraction: The profound influence of nanostructured and nano-drug delivery biomedical implant surfaces on cell behavior	30
The advances of organic chromium based polymer gels and their application in improved oil recovery	30
Single bubble and drop techniques for characterizing foams and emulsions	29
Recent advances in electrochemical techniques for characterizing surface properties of minerals	29
Nanoporous metal oxide composite materials: A journey from the past, present to future	29
Enhanced coagulation for mitigation of disinfection by-product precursors: A review	29
Recent advances in dopamine-based materials constructed via one-pot co-assembly strategy	29
Advances of supramolecular interaction systems for improved oil recovery (IOR)	29
Controllable synthesis and self-template phase transition of hydrous TiO2 colloidal spheres for photo/electrochemical applications	29
Static and dynamic behavior of magnetic particles at fluid interfaces	28
Review of droplet dynamics and dropwise condensation enhancement: Theory, experiments and applications	28
Bioinspired functional SLIPSs and wettability gradient surfaces and their synergistic cooperation and opportunities for enhanced condensate and fluid transport	28
Thermal and rheological properties of magnetic nanofluids: Recent advances and future directions	28
Iron oxides/graphene hybrid structures – Preparation, modification, and application as fillers of polymer composites	28
Interfacial properties of milk proteins: A review	28
Bio-nanocomposites as food packaging materials; the main production techniques and analytical parameters	28
Hyperbranched polymers as superior adsorbent for the treatment of dyes in water	27
A new trend of using poly(vinyl alcohol) in 3D and 4D printing technologies: Process and applications	27
Lipopolysaccharides at Solid and Liquid Interfaces: Models for Biophysical Studies of the Gram-negative Bacterial Outer Membrane	27
Metallic core-shell nanoparticles for conductive coatings and printing	27
Photocatalytic degradation of gaseous benzene using metal oxide nanocomposites	27
Hydroxyapatite-based composites: Excellent materials for environmental remediation and biomedical applications	27
Impact of the bulk aggregation on the adsorption of oppositely charged polyelectrolyte-surfactant mixtures onto solid surfaces	27
Preclinical developments of natural-occurring halloysite clay nanotubes in cancer therapeutics	27
Understanding the influence of electrolyte aging in electrochemical anodization of titanium	27
Natural antimicrobial-loaded nanoemulsions for the control of food spoilage/pathogenic microorganisms	27
Two step yielding in soft materials	26
Solid-state and polymer nanopores for protein sensing: A review	26
Roadmap for 2D materials in biotribological/biomedical applications – A review	26
A review on synthesis, modification method, and challenges of light-driven H2 evolution using g-C3N4-based photocatalyst	26
A review of the advances in catalyst modification using nonthermal plasma: Process, Mechanism and Applications	26