How Does Surface Characterization Affect Material Performance?
The performance of nanomaterials is often dictated by their surface properties. For instance:
- Catalysis: The efficiency of a catalyst can be enhanced by optimizing its surface area and active sites. - Drug Delivery: Surface characterization helps in understanding how nanoparticles interact with biological systems, influencing drug release rates and targeting capabilities. - Sensors: The sensitivity and selectivity of nanosensors are directly related to the surface chemistry and topography of the sensing material.
