Structure and rheology of a physical gel

This report will cover the theory concerning the formation and properties of weak physical gels made out of hydrophobic cores that are linked together with polymer chains. When these molecules are dissolved in water they self organize into cross-linked flowerlike micelles. These gels have a wide range of unique properties and are easy to synthesize with low amounts of material. Having a good physical understanding of the mechanisms that drive the formation of these gels, and how to influence the properties of the gel allows us to do more direct research and produce gels with the desired properties. This report will cover the theory concerning the formation and properties of weak physical gels made out of hydrophobic cores that are linked together with polymer chains. When these molecules are dissolved in water they self organize into cross-linked flowerlike micelles. These gels have a wide range of unique properties and are easy to synthesize with low amounts of material. Having a good physical understanding of the mechanisms that drive the formation of these gels, and how to influence the properties of the gel allows us to do more direct research and produce gels with the desired properties

Evaluating the food system with a Noddings-style care ethic

2016 Spring.Includes bibliographical references.To view the abstract, please see the full text of the document