Dispersion behavior of core–shell silica-polymer nanoparticles

Abstract

Core–shell silica nanoparticles are superior in modifying surface wetting behavior, enhancing nucleation and growth in crystallization, improving dispersion of naked nanoparticles, and thus upgrading the overall properties of organic polymers. The dispersion behavior and morphology of monodisperse core–shell silica particles in several polymers including polyesters are reviewed and their potential applications are discussed.