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They’re better, connected: linking up polymer nanoparticles

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Nanoparticles constructed from polymers already find widespread use in catalysis, drug delivery, and sensing contexts. However, almost all current applications do not consider how nanoparticles could behave when connected together. Herein I explore emerging approaches to use polymer nanoparticles as building blocks for developing both physically connected and chemically communicating systems.

Source: Trends in Chemistry

DOI: 10.1016/j.trechm.2025.10.009

Author: Stephen D.P. Fielden

Institution: University of Birmingham

Language: English

Topic: Advanced Polymer Synthesis and Characterization

Subfield: Organic Chemistry

Field: Chemistry

Domain: Physical Sciences

Open Access status: hybrid

Estimated APC paid: $7,030

Funder: Royal Society