Reactions that proceed at interfaces are also highly dependent on the interactions between the interfacial solvent and solute molecules. The interfacial structure and properties of molecules at interfaces are generally very different from those in the bulk liquid. Therefore, the chemical and physical properties of heterogeneous systems are dependent on understanding of the fundamental molecular interactions that give rise to interfacial molecular structure. This symposium brings together a group of scientists actively working on the development and/or improvement of techniques that describe the solvation in heterogeneous environments (i.e., liquid/vapor and liquid/liquid interfaces). All of the advances offer new possibilities in addressing a wide range of problems in many disciplines, such as physical science, chemical physics and materials research. The purpose of this symposium is to feature both state-of-the-art theoretical and experimental techniques for understanding chemistry and solvation at liquid interfaces, and to explore new applications of these methods. Possible topics for the symposium include, but are not limited to, reactions at liquid surfaces, ion distribution, spectroscopies, vibration relaxation, and solvation effects. We expect a large attendance at this symposium from scientists and students from several disciplines and this symposium will facilitate fundamental research as well as advanced scientific education. |
