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Atomic force microscopy (AFM) is a type of scanning probe microscopy that can analyze topographic details of various specimens like ceramics, glass, polymers, and biological samples. AFM offers over 1000 times more resolution than the optical imaging system. Images generated from AFM are three-dimensional surface profiles, offering an advantage over the flat, two-dimensional images from other imaging techniques.
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Investigating Single Molecule Adhesion by Atomic Force Spectroscopy

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Method to Quantify Nanoscale Surface Charge in Liquid with Atomic Force Microscopy.

Li Li¹, Steven J Eppell¹, Fredy R Zypman²

¹Department of Biomedical Engineering, Case Western Reserve University, 10900 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, Ohio 44106, United States.

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This study introduces a new theory to measure surface charge density on nanoscale objects using atomic force microscopy. The method accurately determines charge density on a single bead, aligning with established techniques.

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Area of Science:

Surface science
Nanotechnology
Physical chemistry

Background:

Accurate measurement of surface charge density is crucial for understanding nanoscale object interactions.
Existing methods for determining surface charge on nanoparticles can be complex or indirect.
Atomic Force Microscopy (AFM) offers high-resolution topographical data but requires advanced models for quantitative surface property analysis.

Purpose of the Study:

To develop a novel theoretical framework for calculating surface charge density on nanoscale objects.
To apply this theory to experimental data obtained from Atomic Force Microscopy (AFM).
To validate the new method by comparing its results with established characterization techniques.

Main Methods:

A mathematical model based on the Self-Consistent Sum of Dipoles theory was developed.
The model incorporates tip dielectric constant, charge-charge and charge-dipole interactions, electrolyte screening (Debye), van der Waals forces (London), and fluid viscosity.
The model was applied to AFM force-separation curve data of an amine-modified polystyrene bead on graphite in an aqueous buffer.

Main Results:

The developed theory successfully extracts surface charge density from the snap-to-contact region of AFM force curves.
The calculated surface charge density for a single nanoscale bead was determined.
Results obtained using the new AFM-based method showed good agreement with manufacturer-provided values from titration and electron microscopy.

Conclusions:

The presented theory provides a reliable method for determining surface charge density on individual nanoscale objects using AFM.
This approach offers a direct and potentially more accessible way to quantify surface charges at the nanoscale.
The findings contribute to advancing nanoscale characterization techniques in surface science and nanotechnology.