Nanoscaled materials are becoming increasingly important as they are used for various applications such as coatings, paints, cosmetics, ceramics, polymers, catalysts and drug delivery.

Even relatively low concentrations such as additives may be highly effective in delivering significant improvements in the desired field of application.

The properties and performance characteristics of nanoparticles are (to a large extent) determined by their size distribution, specific surface areas and degree of dispersion.