LYOTROPIC LIQUID CRYSTALS

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(Slashed with MTSC 63010 ) Course covers the fundamentals and the chemical aspects of different types of lyotropic liquid crystals (organic, inorganic, composites) leading to a discussion of phase diagrams and a comprehensive discussion of the characterization techniques of lyotropic liquid crystals. Focuses on some key aspects related to the use of lyotropic liquid crystals in pharmacological and medical applications such as drug delivery and the use of lyotropic liquid crystals as templates or ‘reactors’ for nanoscale synthesis and mesoscale manufacturing.