There are several methods to synthesize hydrophilic nanomaterials:
- Sol-Gel Process: This involves the transition of a solution into a solid gel phase, allowing for the incorporation of hydrophilic groups into the nanomaterial. - Plasma Treatment: This method modifies the surface of nanomaterials to introduce hydrophilic functional groups. - Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD): In this technique, a volatile precursor is decomposed and deposited onto a substrate, forming a hydrophilic coating.
