This Project Grant award from the National Science Foundation's (NSF) Mathematical and Physical Sciences (CFDA 47.049) program provides $399,562 to Mississippi State University to conduct research on understanding the effects of electric fields on polyelectrolytes, or charged polymers. The key objectives are to investigate: 1) the electrochemical processes that control the formation of polyelectrolyte complexes (PECs), and 2) the electric field-induced adhesion and dissociation of oppositely charged ionic polyelectrolyte gels.
The research aims to advance the fundamental understanding of how polyelectrolytes, from both natural and synthetic sources, respond to electric fields in solution and gel form. This knowledge could enable new applications of PECs and ionic gel adhesives in areas like biomedical devices, food products, and personal care. The 3-year project period runs from April 1, 2025 to March 31, 2028. No sub-awards are planned under this grant.
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