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    A practical guide to quartz crystal microbalance with dissipation monitoring of thin polymer films

    Year: 2022

    Journal: J. Polym. Sci., Volume 60, APR 1, page 1090–1107

    Authors: Easley, Alexandra D.; Ma, Ting; Eneh, Chikaodinaka I.; Yun, Junyeong; Thakur, Ratul M.; Lutkenhaus, Jodie L.

    Organizations: US Department of Energy, Office of Science (EQCM-D) [DE-SC0014006]; National Science Foundation [1905732]; National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship [DGE:1746932]; Direct For Mathematical & Physical Scien; Division Of Materials Research [1905732] Funding Source: National Science Foundation

    Keywords: electrochemistry; layer-by-layer assembly; polymer thin film; quartz crystal microbalance with dissipation monitoring; sensing

    Quartz crystal microbalance with dissipation (QCM-D) monitoring is a powerful tool used to sensitively examine the real-time responses of polymer films to external responses. For example, the technique is commonly used to monitor film growth, material adsorption, thin film swelling, and ion exchange. With its rapidly expanding use, this review is intended to introduce new users to the basic principles of QCM-D, along with practical challenges and remedies specific to polymer thin films. For both new and experienced users, specific case studies are highlighted including layer-by-layer assembly, electrochemical QCM-D, swelling, sensing, and biological application. Last, the review recommends future directions for research and areas of growth.
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