Perspectives in 1H, 14N and 81Br solid-state NMR studies of interfaces in materials textured by self-assembled amphiphiles

Abstract

1H solid-state NMR is becoming a routine characterisation tool. In the case of materials textured by self-assembled amphiphile molecules, we present a multi-scale characterisation approach, which can be easily implemented in most recent spectrometers. Valuable information on the interfaces between amphiphile molecules and oxide-based networks is obtained through this approach, as shown in some selected examples: block copolymers, hybrid siloxane membranes, and mesoporous microspheres obtained from spray-drying. We also present new results on 14N and 81Br solid-state NMR and discuss the applicability of direct or indirect proton-detected experiments to the study of mesoporous materials textured by cationic surfactants.