Application and development of Zeta potential

Core application areas

1.Pharmaceuticals and biomedicine

Nanomedicine stability: Zeta potential is used to evaluate the surface charge of liposomes or polymeric carriers to optimize their circulation time in the blood.

Protein interactions: Monitor the effects of changes in pH or ionic strength on protein aggregation to prevent drug denaturation.

2. Materials and Chemical Engineering

Coatings and inks: Control the Zeta potential by adjusting the amount of dispersant to prevent pigment settling or agglomeration.

Ceramic slurry: Optimize potential to improve rheological properties and improve sintering uniformity.

3. Environmental and Food Science

Water treatment: Design an efficient flocculation plan by measuring the Zeta potential of pollutant particles.

Dairy product stability: analyze the potential changes of milk fat globules to extend shelf life.

Future outlook

With the integration of microfluidics and artificial intelligence technology, zeta potential measurement is developing towards high-throughput, real-time monitoring. For example, combining machine learning algorithms to predict potential changes under different formulations can accelerate the development process of new materials. In addition, advances in surface modification technology will further expand the application of Zeta potential in the fields of flexible electronics and energy storage.