Fabrication of surfactant-polyelectrolyte complex using valvejet 3D printing-aided colloidal self assembly

摘要

Complexes consisting oppositely charged surfactants and polyelectrolytes (SPEC) have potential as delivery vehicles for drugs, nutrients and flavours. However, conventional methods for their fabrication often introduce microstructural irregularities owing to poor diffusion of components. Thus, controlled-release capabilities of SPEC cannot be fully realised.