Colloids and Polymers

The research in colloid and polymer science has always played a revolutionary role in innovating the process technology used in chemical industries like food, cosmetic, pharmaceutical,  effluent treatment and agricultural industry. The accumulated knowledge from colloid and polymer science forms the basis of nanotechnology which enables new process technology that is more sustainable and energy efficient. Our research team works on the synthesis of functional colloidal or polymer particles with special properties and applications. These functional particles are incorporated into surface coatings, household and food products in order to achieve specific and desirable effects. Our research team works on superhydrophobic coatings, microencapsulation of phase change materials and self-healing materials.

Meet the researchers

 

Dr Patrick Tang Siah Ying

  • Cavitation Technology
  • Colloids and Emulsions
  • Cellulosic Nanomaterials
  • Smart Polymers
 

Dr Poovarasi Balan

  • Anti-corrosive coatings
  • Biomaterial for implants
  • Multifunctional coatings
  • Smart coating
 

Dr Irene Chew Mei Leng

  • Synthesis of nanocellulose and nanolignin
 

Dr . Low Liang Ee

Colloids:

  • Dynamic bionanoassemblies
  • Smart polymer

Polymer:

  • Dynamic bionanoassemblies
  • Smart polymer