Chapter 2: Synthesis of Core–Shell Polymer-based Colloids

Core–shell types of polymer-based nanoparticles (NPs) are attractive from the standpoint of integrating the key features of core and shell into hybrid or composite materials, such as controllable particle size, surface functionality and entrapment of particular particles. The focus of core–shell design over the years has evolved toward more innovative, simple and cost-effective methods. This chapter provides an overview of recent progress in the fabrication methodologies and functional modulations of polymer-based core–shell NPs in colloid and materials science. Discussion and comparisons are presented, along with a summary and outlook of these methods for core–shell hybrid architecture.