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Multi-stimuli responsive macromolecules and their assemblies

Year: 2013

Type: review

Abstract: In this review, we outline examples that illustrate the design criteria for achieving macromolecular assemblies that incorporate a combination of two or more chemical, physical or biological stimuli-responsive components. Progress in both fundamental investigation into the phase transformations of these polymers in response to multiple stimuli and their utilization in a variety of practical applications are highlighted. Using these examples, we aim to explain the origin of employed mechanisms of stimuli responsiveness which may serve as a guideline to inspire future design of multi-stimuli responsive materials.

Source: Chemical Society Reviews

DOI: 10.1039/c3cs60094g

Authors: Jiaming Zhuang, Mallory R. Gordon, Judy Ventura, Longyu Li, S. Thayumanavan

Institution: University of Massachusetts Amherst

Language: English

Topic: Advanced Polymer Synthesis and Characterization

Subfield: Organic Chemistry

Field: Chemistry

Domain: Physical Sciences

Open Access status: green