Functional Supramolecular Polymers

Functional Supramolecular Polymers

2012 February 17 | T. Aida, E.W. Meijer, and S.I. Stupp
The article discusses the properties and applications of supramolecular polymers, which are polymers formed through non-covalent interactions such as hydrogen bonding or electrostatic forces. These polymers exhibit a wide range of functionalities, including mechanical, biological, and electronic properties, due to their reversible monomer-to-polymer transitions and high processability, recyclability, and self-healing capabilities. The authors highlight two main types of supramolecular polymers: random coil supramolecular polymers, which form entangled coils with plastic-like properties, and ordered supramolecular polymers, which form shape-persistent and highly ordered filaments with internal order. The development of supramolecular chemistry has led to the creation of complex structures, such as liquid crystalline materials and block copolymer assemblies. The article also explores the potential of supramolecular polymers in biomedical applications, such as signaling cells with bioactive filaments and promoting tissue regeneration. Additionally, it discusses the use of supramolecular polymers in creating dynamic structures inspired by the cell cytoskeleton and in developing electronic functions, such as semiconducting nanofibers and photoconductive nanotubes. The future outlook section emphasizes the potential of supramolecular polymers in hybrid systems and complex 2D and 3D structures, highlighting their potential in sustainability, electronics, and health.The article discusses the properties and applications of supramolecular polymers, which are polymers formed through non-covalent interactions such as hydrogen bonding or electrostatic forces. These polymers exhibit a wide range of functionalities, including mechanical, biological, and electronic properties, due to their reversible monomer-to-polymer transitions and high processability, recyclability, and self-healing capabilities. The authors highlight two main types of supramolecular polymers: random coil supramolecular polymers, which form entangled coils with plastic-like properties, and ordered supramolecular polymers, which form shape-persistent and highly ordered filaments with internal order. The development of supramolecular chemistry has led to the creation of complex structures, such as liquid crystalline materials and block copolymer assemblies. The article also explores the potential of supramolecular polymers in biomedical applications, such as signaling cells with bioactive filaments and promoting tissue regeneration. Additionally, it discusses the use of supramolecular polymers in creating dynamic structures inspired by the cell cytoskeleton and in developing electronic functions, such as semiconducting nanofibers and photoconductive nanotubes. The future outlook section emphasizes the potential of supramolecular polymers in hybrid systems and complex 2D and 3D structures, highlighting their potential in sustainability, electronics, and health.
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