Colloid Journal is an international, peer-reviewed journal publishing research on the physics and chemistry of the dispersed state of matter and interfacial phenomena. Covers a wide range of colloid and surface phenomena, including structure and properties of interfaces, adsorption phenomena, capillary phenomena, and more. Encompasses a range of themes related to wetting, spreading, detergency, colloid systems, electrosurface and electrokinetic phenomena and more. Welcomes submissions in English from all countries.
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Colloid and Surface ChemistryQ4
Physical and Theoretical ChemistryQ4
Surfaces and InterfacesQ4
Subject Classification
Web of Science Categories
Chemistry, Physical
Scopus Categories
Colloid and Surface ChemistrySurfaces and InterfacesPhysical and Theoretical Chemistry
Research Topics (OpenAlex)
Surfactants and Colloidal Systemsnanoparticles nucleation surface interactionsElectrostatics and Colloid InteractionsAnalytical Chemistry and ChromatographyGold and Silver Nanoparticles Synthesis and ApplicationsSpectroscopy and Quantum Chemical StudiesMinerals Flotation and Separation TechniquesPhase Equilibria and ThermodynamicsAdsorption, diffusion, and thermodynamic properties of materialsMaterial Dynamics and Properties