Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Po-Wen Chen, Dian-Huan Ji, You-Sheng Zhang, Celine Lee, Mei-Yu Yeh
Summary: In this study, copolymers with various molar ratios of 3,4-ethylenedioxythiophene (EDOT) to thiophene (Th) were synthesized as conductive additives in hydrogels. By doping engineering and incorporating P(EDOT-co-Th) copolymers, hydrogels exhibited excellent physical/chemical/electrical properties. The mechanical strength, adhesion ability, and conductivity of hydrogels were found to be highly dependent on the molar ratio of EDOT to Th. Higher EDOT content resulted in stronger tensile strength and higher conductivity, but lower elongation break. After comprehensive evaluation of the properties and cost, the hydrogel incorporated with a 7:3 molar ratio P(EDOT-co-Th) copolymer was found to be the optimal formulation for soft electronic devices.
Article
Polymer Science
Catherine Beaumont, Josyane Turgeon, Mael Idir, David Neusser, Rosalie Lapointe, Samuel Caron, William Dupont, Dominic D'Astous, Sareeha Shamsuddin, Sarah Hamza, Eric Landry, Sabine Ludwigs, Mario Leclerc
Summary: Water-processable self-doped polymers were synthesized using DHAP with water as a cosolvent, which showed air-stable electrical conductivities up to 50 S cm(-1) without post-treatment. The introduction of a counterion attached to the polymer backbone enhanced solubility and solution stability, making these polymers promising for a wide range of applications in printed electronics.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Yui Sasaki, Kohei Ohshiro, Kiyosumi Okabe, Xiaojun Lyu, Kazuhiko Tsuchiya, Akira Matsumoto, Shin-ya Takizawa, Tsuyoshi Minami
Summary: In this study, a novel amphiphilic polythiophene-based chemosensor functionalized with a Zn(II)-dipicolylamine side chain was proposed for the pattern recognition of oxyanions. Optical changes induced by the formation of a random coil structure resulted in blueshifts in the UV-vis absorption spectra and turn-on-type fluorescence responses.
CHEMISTRY-AN ASIAN JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Polymer Science
Zhanqi Cao, Fan Yang, Dongpu Wu, Lulu Wu, Lijie Liu, Guoxing Liu, Xiaochuan Li, Xin Zheng, Xianfu Zheng, Dahui Qu
Summary: A novel pillar[5]arene-bridged monomer with TPE and nitrile group was synthesized and it formed supramolecular aggregates based on the host-guest interaction. The supramolecular aggregates exhibited significant aggregation-induced emission due to the restricted intramolecular rotation of the TPE core.
Article
Engineering, Biomedical
Hamidreza Enshaei, Anna Puiggali-Jou, Luis J. del Valle, Pau Turon, Nuria Saperas, Carlos Aleman
Summary: Conducting polymers have been increasingly used as biologically interfacing electrodes for biomedical applications due to their excellent and fast electrochemical response, reversible doping-dedoping characteristics, high stability, easy processability, and biocompatibility. The smart nanotheranostic electroresponsive platform presented in this study, which consists of chloramphenicol-loaded in poly(3,4-ethylendioxythiophene) nanoparticles for concurrent release of the antibiotic and real-time monitoring of bacterial growth, has great potential for real-time monitoring of the response of bacteria to the released antibiotic, contributing to the evolution of personalized medicine.
ADVANCED HEALTHCARE MATERIALS
(2021)
Review
Electrochemistry
Abdullah, Katarzyna Krukiewicz
Summary: The application of conjugated polymers in electronics, particularly in charge storage devices, biosensors, and microbial fuel cells, has been increasing. Recent studies have shown that immobilization of electroactive bacteria within conjugated polymers can enhance their electrical conductivity and charge storage. This review summarizes recent attempts to immobilize whole bacterial cells and their proteins on the surface or within conjugated polymers, such as poly(3,4-ethylenedioxythiophene) and polypyrrole, in order to design novel electrically-conducting biohybrid materials with potential applications in organic electronics and bioelectronics.
ELECTROCHIMICA ACTA
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Kai-Jher Tan, Satoshi Morikawa, Nil Ozbek, Magdalena Lenz, Carsten-Rene Arlt, Andre Tschoepe, Matthias Franzreb, T. Alan Hatton
Summary: A framework of ferrocene-containing polymers with adjustable pH and redox properties was developed. The electroactive metallopolymers had enhanced hydrophilicity and could be prepared as conductive nanoporous carbon nanotube composites. The presence of charged non-redox-active moieties in the polymeric structure endowed it with pH-dependent electrochemical behavior and was used for the enhanced electrochemical separation of transition metal oxyanions.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Stefano Rossi, Oliver Olsson, Shangzhi Chen, Ravi Shanker, Debashree Banerjee, Andreas Dahlin, Magnus P. Jonsson
Summary: By using an electroactive conducting polymer as a spacer layer, dynamic control of structural colors across the visible spectrum with high brightness is achieved, along with high peak reflectance. This electroactive cavity concept may have particular use in reflective displays by allowing for tuneable monopixels that eliminate brightness limitations of traditional subpixel-based systems.
ADVANCED MATERIALS
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Flavio Picini, Susanne Schneider, Odile Gavat, Andreas Vargas Jentzsch, Junjun Tan, Mounir Maaloum, Jean-Marc Strub, Shoichi Tokunaga, Jean-Marie Lehn, Emilie Moulin, Nicolas Giuseppone
Summary: A S6-symmetric triarylamine-based macrocycle decorated with six lateral amide functions is synthesized and shown to undergo supramolecular polymerization in specific solvent to form nanotubular structures. Spectroelectrochemical analysis reveals extended electronic delocalization of charge carriers within the macrocycles and between the macrocycles during sequential oxidation.
JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN CHEMICAL SOCIETY
(2021)
Review
Polymer Science
Rudolf Holze
Summary: Intrinsically conducting polymers undergo changes in molecular structure and material properties in highly oxidizing conditions or positive electrode potentials. These changes depend on experimental conditions and chemical environment. While these changes may be beneficial for some applications, they often negatively affect the material's performance.
Review
Electrochemistry
Sushilkumar A. Jadhav, Vidya V. Kulkarni, Pranoti H. Patil, Ishika U. Shah
Summary: Scientists are continuously working on developing new and efficient materials for energy storage and conversion devices. Layered Double Hydroxides (LDHs) have recently emerged as electroactive materials for supercapacitor devices due to their tunable properties. However, LDHs face structural instability as a major drawback, which can be overcome by incorporating conducting polymers (CPs) and preparing nanocomposites. CPs can act as both current carriers and binders, facilitating strong adhesion of LDHs to the substrate. This timely review focuses on recent research on LDHs-CPs-based nanocomposites for supercapacitor applications, highlighting the importance of these materials with reference to relevant and latest examples from literature.
JOURNAL OF APPLIED ELECTROCHEMISTRY
(2023)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Kenward Jung, Nathaniel Corrigan, Edgar H. H. Wong, Cyrille Boyer
Summary: Synthetic polymers are widely used in society for various applications, while natural polymers are essential for life and environmental adaptation. Recent advancements in synthetic polymerization techniques have led to the development of bioactive synthetic polymers with specific biological functions, opening up new opportunities for biomedical applications.
ADVANCED MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Qiong Hu, Jianwen Wan, Yilin Luo, Shiqi Li, Xiaojing Cao, Wenxing Feng, Yiyi Liang, Wei Wang, Li Niu
Summary: Polymers have great potential as carriers for signal tags in amplified detection. This study presents a polysaccharide-amplified method for electrochemical detection of a specific DNA target. The method involves attaching carboxyl group containing polysaccharides to a peptide nucleic acid capture probe, followed by the decoration of polysaccharide chains with electroactive ferrocene signal tags. The method shows high sensitivity, selectivity, and cost-effectiveness.
ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY
(2022)
Article
Polymer Science
Nobutaka Tanigaki, Chikayo Takechi, Shuichi Nagamatsu, Toshiko Mizokuro, Yuji Yoshida
Summary: The study investigated the structure of a thin film of unsubstituted polythiophene prepared by the friction transfer method, showing highly oriented molecular chains in the plane with a high degree of alignment. The polymer backbones were aligned parallel to the friction direction with a narrow distribution, leading to a higher orientation compared to regioregular poly(3-alkylthiophene)s. Additionally, the GIXD results indicated a preferred orientation where the a-axis is perpendicular to the substrate plane.
Review
Polymer Science
Alexander Schmitt, Barry C. C. Thompson
Summary: Non-conjugated pendant electroactive polymers (NCPEPs) offer the potential of combining desirable optoelectronic properties of conjugated polymers with stability of non-conjugated polymers. This review showcases selected reports on NCPEP homopolymers and copolymers, highlighting the impact of structural variables on the optical, electronic, and physical properties of the polymers. The correlation of structural features with improved pi-stacking and charge carrier mobility serves as a guideline for the targeted design of novel NCPEPs.
MACROMOLECULAR RAPID COMMUNICATIONS
(2023)
Review
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Sonia Lanzalaco, Julia Mingot, Juan Torras, Carlos Aleman, Elaine Armelin
Summary: Temperature-sensitive hydrogels are water-filled polymer networks that undergo phase transition or swelling/deswelling with temperature changes. They have great potential in various technological and biomedical applications due to their reversible temperature response, stability, ease of preparation, biocompatibility, and ability to be combined with other materials. Among them, poly(N- isopropylacrylamide) (PNIPAAm) is the most extensively studied and holds promise for future research and applications.
ADVANCED ENGINEERING MATERIALS
(2023)
Review
Biochemical Research Methods
Helena Munoz-Galan, Carlos Aleman, Maria M. Perez-Madrigal
Summary: Micromechanical cantilever sensors are gaining attention for their ability to characterize, detect, and monitor chemical and physical properties at the nanoscale. The applications of micro-cantilever sensors range from biological and point-of-care settings to military and industrial sectors. This work focuses on reviewing the recent technical advances and applications, and providing future prospects for micro-cantilever sensor research.
Article
Materials Science, Biomaterials
Adrian Fontana-Escartin, Karima El Hauadi, Sonia Lanzalaco, Maria M. Perez-Madrigal, Elaine Armelin, Pau Turon, Carlos Aleman
Summary: By incorporating a conducting polymer (CP) layer with isotactic polypropylene (i-PP) nonabsorbable surgical meshes, the oxidation of nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (NADH) is sensed to detect the adhesion and growth of bacteria. The modified meshes, obtained through a three-step process, exhibit stability, easy handling, and good electrochemical response. Real-time monitoring of NADH from aerobic respiration reactions of Staphylococcus aureus and both biofilm-positive (B+) and biofilm-negative (B-) Escherichia coli cultures is demonstrated. This innovative strategy holds great promise for the future development of smart biomedical devices to combat post-operative bacterial infections.
ACS BIOMATERIALS SCIENCE & ENGINEERING
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Leonor Resina, Karima El Hauadi, Jordi Sans, Teresa Esteves, Frederico Castelo Ferreira, Maria M. Perez-Madrigal, Carlos Aleman
Summary: Multiresponsive hydrogels, as smart soft materials that respond to multiple external stimuli, have significant applications in the biomedical field. In this study, an electro-chemo responsive hydrogel capable of releasing chloramphenicol, a broad spectrum antibiotic, was developed. The hydrogel demonstrated successful responses to electrical stimulation and pH changes, and the released antibiotic remained biologically active. This smart material shows great potential for fighting bacterial infections and providing localized cancer treatment in the biomedical field.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Jordi Sans, Marc Arnau, Adrian Fontana-Escartin, Pau Turon, Carlos Aleman
Summary: The development of experimental procedures to transform conventional materials into new materials with unique properties has become a necessity in many fields. The thermal stimulated polarization (TSP) treatment has been applied to hydroxyapatite, leading to permanently polarized HAp (p-HAp). The enhanced electrical properties of p-HAp have been utilized for catalysis under mild conditions and with high selectivity.
CHEMISTRY OF MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Julia Mingot, Nicolas Benejam, Gloria Villora, Carlos Aleman, Elaine Armelin, Sonia Lanzalaco
Summary: This study presents a novel nanoparticle-based thermosensor implant that can detect precise temperature changes along polymer filaments. The implant combines plasmon resonance and Raman spectroscopy with a hydrogel responsive system to trace the position and temperature of a polypropylene mesh used in abdominal hernia repair. The attachment of biocompatible nanoparticles, based on gold stabilized by a chitosan-shell, to the mesh without the need of chemical linkers and the use of SERS spectroscopy offer new possibilities for diagnosis and infection prevention in hernia repair.
MACROMOLECULAR BIOSCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Adrian Fontana-Escartin, Karima El Hauadi, Sonia Lanzalaco, Maria M. Perez-Madrigal, Elaine Armelin, Pau Turon, Carlos Aleman
Summary: Virtually all implantable medical devices are at risk of infection. Different strategies have been proposed to address the increased infection risk, such as coating or functionalizing biomedical devices with antiseptic agents or antibiotics. This study presents an alternative approach by functionalizing implantable devices with sensors to detect infection at early stages through continuous monitoring of bacteria metabolism. The approach is demonstrated using surgical sutures as a representative case of bacteria colonization, and shows potential in minimizing the risk of worsening the patient's condition.
MACROMOLECULAR BIOSCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Polymer Science
Isaac Isarn, Ludmila Hodasova, Maria M. Perez-Madrigal, Francesc Estrany, Elaine Armelin, Fernando Bravo
Summary: Six acrylamide resins derived from l-phenylalanine and l-leucine were developed for use in DLP printers. These resins, when combined with PEGDA and DMA, can produce biodegradable thermoset polymers. The resulting printed samples show high dimensional stability and non-cytotoxic properties, making them suitable for safe disposal. This new compound, derived from amino acids, has the potential to replace non-biodegradable acrylate polymers used in prototyping systems.
MACROMOLECULAR RAPID COMMUNICATIONS
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Biomaterials
Sonia Lanzalaco, Christine Weis, Kamelia A. Traeger, Pau Turon, Carlos Aleman, Elaine Armelin
Summary: This study proposes the use of smart polypropylene hernia meshes modified with a thermosensitive hydrogel to detect surgical infections and regulate cell attachment. The physical treatment with plasma and the chemical processes for grafting the hydrogel can affect the mechanical properties of the mesh, but the hydrogel improves its mechanical resistance. Ethylene oxide gas sterilization does not influence the mechanical performance of the hydrogel-grafted meshes. Overall, the modification of PP medical textiles with a biocompatible thermosensitive hydrogel does not affect, and even improves, the mechanical requirements for implantation.
ACS BIOMATERIALS SCIENCE & ENGINEERING
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Jose Garcia-Torres, Samuele Colombi, Ikraan Mahamed, Dioulde Sylla, Marc Arnau, Jordi Sans, Maria-Pau Ginebra, Carlos Aleman
Summary: A multifunctional hydrogel consisting of PEDOT, Alg, CNPs, and MnO2 has been developed for simultaneous energy storage and temperature sensing.
ACS APPLIED ENERGY MATERIALS
(2023)
Review
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Jillian Gamboa, Sofia Paulo-Mirasol, Francesc Estrany, Juan Torras
Summary: Biosensors play an increasingly important role in health science, requiring materials with a combination of properties such as biocompatibility, electroactivity, resorption, and high selectivity to certain bioanalytes. Conducting polymer hydrogels show great promise as they possess these necessary properties and can be tailored for specific applications. This review explores the state of the art in biological hydrogels for biosensor applications, discusses the properties of different components alone and in combination, and highlights their potential for all-organic diagnostic, wearable, and implantable sensor devices.
ACS APPLIED BIO MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Frederico Barbosa, Fabio F. F. Garrudo, Paola S. Alberte, Leonor Resina, Marta S. Carvalho, Akhil Jain, Ana C. Marques, Francesc Estrany, Frankie J. Rawson, Carlos Aleman, Frederico Castelo Ferreira, Joao C. Silva
Summary: Osteoporotic-related fractures are a major cause of chronic disease morbidity in Europe and the US. Current clinical techniques for repairing fractures are not optimal, leading to an interest in bone tissue engineering strategies. In this study, we developed electroactive and osteoinductive nanofibers using hydroxyapatite-filled poly(vinylidene fluoride-co-tetrafluoroethylene) (PVDF-TrFE) to support bone regeneration.
SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY OF ADVANCED MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Jose Garcia-Torres, Carmen Lazaro, Dioulde Sylla, Sonia Lanzalaco, Maria-Pau Ginebra, Carlos Aleman
Summary: This study reports a straightforward method for fabricating free-standing perforated 2D nanomembranes with well-ordered 1D metallic nanostructures for flexible electronics. The surface chemistry of the nanomembranes can be tailored, leading to good sensing capacity, stability, and selectivity.
JOURNAL OF NANOSTRUCTURE IN CHEMISTRY
(2023)
Article
Polymer Science
Mustafa Kalay, Abidin Esidir, Mahmut Ruzi, N. Burak Kiremitler, Mustafa Serdar Onses
Summary: This study proposes stable and addressable polymer PUFs, utilizing a cross-linkable polymer system, which demonstrates high stochastic characteristics and low-cost production. The performance of the polymer features is evaluated through various analyses, and direct image authentication is achieved using feature matching algorithms.
EUROPEAN POLYMER JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Polymer Science
Jingyu Jin, Guoqiang Lu, Jun Nie, Xiaoqun Zhu
Summary: Photopolymerization technology is limited in the fields of food packaging and biomedicine due to the high migration of small molecules from photoinitiators. In this study, a polymerizable 2-vinyl thioxanthone (ETX) was synthesized to improve the migration stability of photoinitiators. Macromolecular photoinitiators (PPI1, PPI2) were also prepared to further reduce migration. The results showed that the ETX/TEOA system had higher initiation performance and PPI2 displayed favorable initiation ability. Additionally, the migration of ETX, PPI1, and PPI2 in photocured film was significantly reduced. These low-migration photoinitiators have potential applications in the fields of food packaging and biological materials.
EUROPEAN POLYMER JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Polymer Science
Weijie Li, Jun Nie, Yingying Zhao, Xiaoqun Zhu
Summary: This study focuses on the development of high-performance, low-migration photoinitiators. A polymerizable photoinitiator (VBP) was synthesized by introducing an ethylene group into benzophenone, and three different molecular weight single-component photoinitiators (PVBN1-3) were synthesized based on VBP. The results show that these new photoinitiators have stronger absorption ability compared to benzophenone and significantly reduce the migration of initiators and co-initiators, addressing the safety concerns caused by migration.
EUROPEAN POLYMER JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Polymer Science
Seira Morimune-Moriya, Yuki Iwahashi, Mitsuru Nakamura, Daisuke Ogawa, Keiji Nakamura
Summary: This study investigates the effect of plasma treatment on carbon nanotubes (CNTs) and the structure/properties of polyimide (PI) nanocomposites with ultra-low content of CNTs. The results show that plasma treatment introduces isocyanate groups on the surface of CNTs and enhances the interfacial interaction between PI and treated CNTs. This leads to a significant improvement in the mechanical properties of the nanocomposites, with even a small addition of treated CNTs showing a substantial increase in Young's modulus, tensile strength and toughness.
EUROPEAN POLYMER JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Polymer Science
Yuanlong Li, Chaojie Chen, Guoqing Cui, Li Liu, Chao Zhou, Guangfeng Wu
Summary: In this study, a novel ion-conducting hydrogel was fabricated using a straightforward approach. The hydrogel showed excellent tensile properties and high toughness due to physical interactions and covalent binding. Additionally, the introduction of hydroxyethyl cellulose and lithium chloride improved the biocompatibility, mechanical properties, electrical conductivity, and frost resistance of the hydrogel, demonstrating its potential for cold climate applications.
EUROPEAN POLYMER JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Polymer Science
Dengwei Yan, Jinxian Yang, Xuejun Pan, Xiaozheng Duan, Lianwei Li, Mo Zhu
Summary: The influence of backbone length on grafting efficiency during the graft-onto reaction process was investigated. It was found that the polydispersity effect of backbone length does not affect the final grafting efficiency, indicating that the local dynamics of chain segments dominate the graft-onto process.
EUROPEAN POLYMER JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Polymer Science
Zhaoyi Luo, Xianjie Pan, Fanqi Liu, Quanxi Yi, Yanning Zeng, Yunhua Chen, Chaoyang Wang
Summary: This study provides a method to prepare high-performance epoxy materials with good malleability and thermal stability. The materials have self-healing and welding capabilities, thanks to the addition of specific chemical bonds and network structures. They exhibit mechanical properties comparable to commercial epoxy resins and show great potential for sustainable industrial development.
EUROPEAN POLYMER JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Polymer Science
Chaoji Xiong, Hao Wang, Lihua Deng, Kun Liang, Chunhua Wu, Wei Wu, Qian Chen
Summary: In this study, four polyamides were synthesized and their adsorption performances for Hg2+ in aqueous systems were investigated. The polyamides exhibited high adsorption capacities and excellent reusability, with the involvement of sulfur, nitrogen, and oxygen in the chemical adsorption process of Hg2+.
EUROPEAN POLYMER JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Polymer Science
Siim Laanesoo, Olivier Bonjour, Rauno Sedrik, Iris Tamsalu, Patric Jannasch, Lauri Vares
Summary: The insertion of rigid aliphatic or aromatic building blocks in polymer structures is an effective way to synthesize high -Tg polymer materials. In this study, a series of isosorbide-2-aryl carboxylate-5-methacrylate monomers (ArIMAs) were synthesized by functionalizing isosorbide 5-methacrylate with various aromatic lignin-inspired esters. These monomers were polymerized to obtain high molecular-weight poly(aryl carboxylate isosorbide methacrylates) (PArIMAs). The resulting polymers showed high glass transition temperatures and thermal stability, making them suitable for use as high-performance plastics and coatings.
EUROPEAN POLYMER JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Polymer Science
Yuqian Wu, Weijie Xu, Jianliang Li, Zhangfeng Zhong, Liqing Huang, Shengke Li, Huaping Tan
Summary: This study investigates the improvement of degradation and drug release characteristics of dynamic Schiff base-mediated natural polysaccharide hydrogels using tannic acid (TA), leading to enhanced stability and functionality.
EUROPEAN POLYMER JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Polymer Science
Xi Zhang, Xiangli Kong, Xin Zhou, Yiyan Gao, Yibo Sun, Guanghui Gao, Wei Liu, Kai Shi
Summary: Conductive hydrogels have great development prospects in flexible strain sensors, but long-term direct contact with human skin can cause bacterial infection. A hydrogel with antibacterial, biocompatibility, and toughness was designed and manufactured using a freeze-thaw method. The hydrogel maintains tensile properties and fatigue resistance at low temperatures and is resistant to bacteria. Therefore, hydrogel sensors can be used to monitor human movements.
EUROPEAN POLYMER JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Polymer Science
Wei Zhang, Jiangang Yu, Mingyang Wu, Rui Li, Anqiang Zhang, Yaling Lin
Summary: In this study, polyacrylamide containing quaternary ammonium salts (PAM-X) were synthesized and found to effectively inhibit soil-borne pathogenic fungi while maintaining the balance of microbial population in soil. PAM-X also showed low toxicity to earthworms and fish, providing a new method for the prevention and control of soil-borne fungal diseases.
EUROPEAN POLYMER JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Polymer Science
Jiawen He, Haojie Yu, Li Wang, Jian Yang, Yanhui Zhang, Wenbing Huang, Chenguang Ouyang
Summary: This review discusses the use of polymeric hydrogels for atmospheric water harvesting (AWH), including the mechanism of water sorption, fabrication methods, and strategies for optimizing the structure of hydrogels. The extended applications of hygroscopic photothermal hydrogels, such as agricultural irrigation and dehumidification, are also explored. The challenges and prospects of using polymeric hydrogels for AWH are summarized.
EUROPEAN POLYMER JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Polymer Science
Ying Du, Shuaishuai Lu, Yuanna Sun, Qingshan Li, Xinhai He
Summary: This study introduces a method to improve the performance of hydrogels by incorporating proline, resulting in hydrogels with excellent stretchability, high conductivity, and long-term stability. The hydrogel remains flexible and conductive even at ultra-low temperatures.
EUROPEAN POLYMER JOURNAL
(2024)
