Multi-stimuli responsive macromolecules and their assemblies

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 t...

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Published in:Chemical Society reviews 2013-09, Vol.42 (17), p.7421-7435
Main Authors: Zhuang, Jiaming, Gordon, Mallory R, Ventura, Judy, Li, Longyu, Thayumanavan, S
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Assemblies
Biocompatible Materials - chemistry
Criteria
Drug Carriers - chemistry
Guidelines
Humans
Hydrogen-Ion Concentration
Macromolecular Substances - chemistry
Origins
Oxidation-Reduction
Phase transformations
Polymers
Polymers - chemistry
Stimuli
Utilization
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Summary: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. Designer macromolecules that can respond to a diverse combination of stimuli.
ISSN:0306-0012
1460-4744
DOI:10.1039/c3cs60094g