The present review paper focuses on direct measurements of oscillatory forces. Beside the
surface forces apparatus (SFA), atomic force microscopy (AFM) has emerged as the most …

The cellular membrane is central to the development of single-and multicellular life, as it
separates the delicate cellular interior from the hostile environment. It exerts tight control …

The surface forces apparatus (SFA) was developed in the late 1960s as a powerful tool for
investigating molecular interactions across apposing surfaces including the first …

Polymer brushes are widely used to alter the properties of interfaces. In particular, poly
(ethylene glycol)(PEG) and similar polymers can make surfaces inert toward biomolecular …

When confined at the nanoscale between smooth surfaces, an ionic liquid forms a structured
film responding to shear in a quantized way, ie, with a friction coefficient indexed by the …

Controlling polymer–metal adhesion is critical in ensuring that materials can be cleanly
separated during production processes without residue, which is crucial for various …

The need for improved wet adhesives has driven research on mussel-inspired materials
incorporating dihydroxyphenylalanine (DOPA) and related analogs of the parent catechol …

The swift progression of technology in electronic fabrication is adhering to a trend of
miniaturization, descending to the nanoscale. Surface contaminants, such as nanoparticles …

Ion interactions with interfaces and transport in confined spaces, where electric double
layers overlap, are essential in many areas, ranging from crevice corrosion to understanding …

The influence of poroelasticity on the contact mechanics of thin polyacrylamide films was
investigated with a surface forces apparatus (SFA). A model based on a thin film …