From cloud formation to liquid foundation: new soft matter model developed

Imperial researchers develop model to more accurately describe the motion of soft matter particles. Chemical engineers and mathematicians from Imperial College London have put their heads together to create a new model that more accurately describes the motion of soft matter particles. Ben Goddard, a research associate who works with Professor Serafim Kalliadasis in the Department of Chemical Engineering, sat down to talk about soft matter materials, such as paints and sponges, and how their model can be applied in fields ranging from nanotechnology to environmental science. What is soft matter?. Soft matter is a broad term that can describe many different materials. Scientifically, a soft matter material is one that external forces, like gravity or pressure, can deform at room temperature. Can you give some everyday examples of materials that are considered soft matter?.