The structural phases and the growth of self-assembled monolayers (SAMs) are reviewed
from a surface science perspective, with emphasis on simple model systems. The concept of …

As the size of electronic and mechanical devices shrinks to the nanometre regime,
performance begins to be dominated by surface forces. For example, friction, wear and …

Recent research has led to a deeper understanding of the nature and consequences of
interactions of materials on an atomic scale. The results have resonated throughout the field …

Development of coatings to minimize unwanted surface adsorption is extremely important for
their use in applications, such as sensors and medical implants. Self-assembled monolayers …

Dynamic covalent chemistry has been exploited to prepare numerous examples of
adaptable polymeric materials that exhibit unique properties. Herein, the chemical …

Friction force measurements have been made using friction force microscopy for a series of
self-assembled monolayers (SAMs) of alkanethiols of varying chain lengths and terminal …

Five kinds of alkylthiol and biphenyl thiol monolayers with different surface terminals, spacer
chains, and head groups were prepared using a self-assembly method. The adhesion …

Because of large surface-to-volume ratios and low restoring forces, unwanted adhesion and
friction can dominate the performance of microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) devices …

Research advances in molecular coatings from functional polymeric and organic molecules
designed as molecular lubricants or molecular glues for micro‐and nanodevices are …

Alkanoic and phosphonic acid derived self-assembled monolayers (SAMs) were formed on
magnesium alloy by the vapor phase method. AFM and XPS studies showed that SAMs …