Laboratory Course in Colloid and Surface Chemistry

• perform and analyse different types of measurements on colloidal systems
• evaluate and justify the relevance of different experimental methods for the characterization of colloidal systems
• combine qualitative observations and quantitative measurements for the characterization of colloidal systems
• characterize colloidal systems with respect to stability
• perform and analyse measurements of key interfacial phenomena
• evaluate and justify the relevance of different methods for measuring interfacial phenomena
• measure and analyse surface and interfacial tension
• describe and analyse capillarity in porous materials based on a combination of experimental measurements
• document, analyse, and report experimental results in a scientific written and oral format

In small teams, participants conduct experimental exercises on colloids (including dispersions, macromolecular solutions, and micelles) and interfaces. Through independent experimental work combined with relevant literature, the possibilities and limitations of different measurement techniques are illustrated. The exercises are conducted in close connection with ongoing research activities.
Topics addressed in the exercises may include emulsion stability, capillarity, surface tension, contact angle, microemulsions, interfacial tension, rheology, and solubilization.
Reports are prepared for all exercises. At the end of the course, the different exercises are presented and discussed in a joint session.

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Planning and performance of laboratory exercises with subsequent data analysis and reporting

The course is normally taken immediately after the course 28315

Maximum: 18.

Please be aware that this course has a limited number of seats available. If there are too many applicants, a pool will be created for the remainder of the qualified applicants, and they will be selected at random. You will be informed 8 days before the start of the course, whether you have been allocated a spot.