Characterization of rheological, dynamical, structural and thermodynamic features in aqueous systems of amphiphilic polymers

In this project we address association phenomena that take place in systems containing amphiphilic polymers (consist of both hydrophilic and hydrophobic parts) and surfactants. To gain a fundamental insight into mechanisms that control polymer-surfactant interactions and the formation of association complexes, we will investigate various polymer-surfactant systems. In the course of this project we will study rheological, dynamical, structural and thermodynamic properties of these systems by utilizing tech niques such as rheological experiments. time-resolved light scattering. dynamic and intensity light scattering. We also plan to perform simulations and model calculations.