Research papers of the week – April 29, 2024

Anna Mozrzymas

Scientific Reports

Ministerial score = 140.0
Journal Impact Factor (2023) = 4.6 (Q2)

A model expressing the relationship between the logarithm of critical micelle concentration of cationic star-shaped trimeric surfactants and topological indices was obtained using only molecular connectivity indices. Based on the obtained model, the exemplary compound most active in micelle formation was designed. The analysis of the influence of various structural factors on the value of the critical micelle concentration was supported by atomic charge studies. The obtained model will be used to design new star-shaped trimeric surfactants that are more active in formation of micelle as well as to predict their critical micelle concentration.

DOI:10.1038/s41598-024-58854-6

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