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This study investigates bicontinuous conducting polymer cubic phases formed using non-ionic surfactants like NP-9. The unique interactions between water and surfactants lead to distinct lamellar, micellar, and hexagonal structures. Using polarized light microscopy, we reveal characteristically vibrant optical textures that define these phases. The diffusion couple between water and the surfactant exhibits intriguing properties that contribute to the understanding of complex fluid systems, emphasizing the potential applications in nanotechnology and materials science.
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Bicontinuous conducting polymercubic phases using non-ionic surfactants water NP-9 L Lamellar M Micellar H Hexagonal Polarized light G Cubic Diffusion couple formed between water (upper left) and non-ionic surfactant showing characteristic optical textures