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Surface composition age analysis of photo-oxidized polystyrene thin films by X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy

Creator:

Silva, Nicholas A.

Abstract:

Polystyrene thin film surfaces are commonly used to study the interactions of macromolecules, such as proteins, with surfaces. Polystyrene films oxidized in UV light become more hydrophilic, however these surfaces have a limited shelf life because they are reduced over time. Experiments were performed to determine the effect of radiation...

Resource Type:

Honors College Thesis

Full Text:

of Science in Sustainability presented on May 28, 2015. Title: Surface Composition Age Analysis of