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Chemistry, Physical
Alexander S. Ospennikov, Alexey A. Gavrilov, Oleksandr P. Artykulnyi, Alexander Kuklin, Valentin V. Novikov, Andrey Shibaev, Olga E. Philippova
Summary: The study investigated the impact of a water-soluble monomer on the structure and rheological properties of wormlike surfactant micelles, revealing different effects at varying salt contents.
JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
(2021)
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Chemistry, Physical
Vidhi Jain, Vashishtha B. Patel, Beena Singh, Dharmesh Varade
Summary: Microfluidics is a promising field with wide applications, providing fine control over particle size and speed in micro- and nanoscale self-assembled systems. It is a powerful tool for controlling physical and chemical properties of fluids and governing self-assembly processes, with potential impacts in various industries.
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR LIQUIDS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Hongrong Yin, Kenji Takada, Amit Kumar, Thawinda Hirayama, Tatsuo Kaneko
Summary: An AB-type diketopiperazine monomer based on aspartame was synthesized and used in the polycondensation of high molecular weight homo-polyamides. Random DKP-based copolymers were also synthesized using various amino acids, dicarboxylic acids, and diamines. The self-assembly properties of ADKP and PA1 were studied, revealing the mechanism of particle formation and the relationship between solvent hydrogen bonding strength and morphology.
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Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Zhengqing Guo, Hui He, Yi Zhang, Jiaming Rao, Tao Yang, Ting Li, Lu Wang, Mengke Shi, Mengya Wang, Shihong Qiu, Xue Song, Hengte Ke, Huabing Chen
Summary: This study demonstrates the use of self-assembled micellar nanoarchitecture for potent phototherapy against triple-negative breast cancer, showing efficient suppression against primary, metastatic, and recurrent TNBC through tunable photoconversion and cytoplasmic translocation.
ADVANCED MATERIALS
(2021)
Review
Polymer Science
Christian Hils, Ian Manners, Judith Schobel, Holger Schmalz
Summary: Crystallization-driven self-assembly is a powerful method for producing one- and two-dimensional micellar assemblies with controlled length, shape, and corona chemistries, with potential applications in various fields. Patchy micelles with crystalline cores offer advantages in terms of interfacial activity, functionalization, and confinement effects due to their unique corona segmentation structure.
Article
Chemistry, Medicinal
Xiufang Ding, Yue Wang, Sida Zhang, Ruihua Zhang, Dong Chen, Long Chen, Yu Zhang, Shi-Zhong Luo, Jianfu Xu, Chengxin Pei
Summary: Chronic pain is a widespread health problem. Peptide drugs that block N-type Ca2+ channels, like omega-conotoxin MVIIA, have been used to alleviate chronic pain. However, the limited therapeutic window, severe side effects, and instability of MVIIA restrict its use. This study modified MVIIA to make it self-assemble into micelles, which prolonged the analgesic effect and reduced side effects in mice.
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Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Bixin Jin, Yiqi Chen, Yunjun Luo, Xiaoyu Li
Summary: With the advancement of nanotechnology, the synthesis and functionalization of nanoparticles have become increasingly important. Block copolymer assemblies, although cheaper and easier to fabricate compared to inorganic nanoparticles, pose challenges in dimensional control. The discovery of living Crystallization-Driven Self-Assembly has enabled researchers to precisely tune the sizes of block copolymer assemblies, leading to significant progress in the self-assembly field.
CHINESE JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY
(2023)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Yalei Miao, Xiaoshuang Niu, Aijun Wu, Menghan Wu, Shengzhe Jin, Panke Zhang, Wenshan Zhao, Xubo Zhao
Summary: This study demonstrates a unique self-assembly strategy for polymers by utilizing different metallic oxides to induce the self-assembly of block copolymers into polymeric hybrid micelles with tunable stability. The final ZnO-cross-linked polymeric micelles show a high drug loading capacity and efficient drug release in tumor microenvironments, effectively suppressing tumor growth in both in vitro and in vivo investigations. The findings provide insights for developing other polymeric architectures for various applications.
ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES
(2021)
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Chemistry, Analytical
Xiaomei Jiang, Lingyun Wang, Xueguang Ran, Hao Tang, Derong Cao
Summary: In this study, a fluorescent supramolecular system was developed for the detection and removal of Hg2+ in water. The system exhibited high sensitivity, excellent selectivity, and low detection limit. It also showed potential for real samples and reusable applications.
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Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Chisako Kanzaki, Munenori Numata
Summary: Porphyrins can become basic compounds due to the pyrrole units in their center, which can be protonated to form dications. By introducing anionic and cationic groups as peripheral groups, charges can be introduced to both the cores and peripheries of porphyrins, resulting in derivatives with different total charges. In this study, a new porphyrin derivative was synthesized that could have a total charge ranging from -2 to 0 to +2. The self-assembly of this porphyrin derivative, driven by charge neutralization, controlled the formation of various supramolecular structures at different pH values.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Weijian Xue, Huiqian Li, Xiangyu Ling, Ying Zhang, Yang Liu, Bing Zhao, Yanbing Yin, Xiangfeng Guo
Summary: A water-soluble C-shaped receptor based on glycoluril and naphthalene building blocks was studied. The formation of complexes in water was confirmed by experimental techniques and evidence. The receptor exhibited self-recognition and host-guest complexation ability. This monomer structure has great potential for constructing novel supramolecular polymer materials.
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Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Zixuan Zhao, Lulu Zhang, Ying Zhao, Yanji Li, Jianbing Shi, Junge Zhi, Yuping Dong
Summary: In this study, a series of V-shaped chiral polyamides with aggregation-induced emission (AIE) properties were synthesized. The polymer P1-C6 with moderate alkyl chain length demonstrated superior AIE performance. It exhibited strong circular dichroism (CD) signals with positive Cotton effect and fluorescence quenching response specifically to Fe3+.
CHEMISTRY-A EUROPEAN JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Polymer Science
Roman Schaller, Christian Hils, Matthias Karg, Holger Schmalz
Summary: This article introduces a unique method of preparing surface-compartmentalized micelles with a semi-crystalline stereocomplex core and a patch-like microphase separated corona, which shows potential applications in efficient emulsion stabilization and polymer blend compatibilization.
MACROMOLECULAR RAPID COMMUNICATIONS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Omid Mazaheri, Masood S. Alivand, Ali Zavabeti, Steve Spoljaric, Shuaijun Pan, Deli Chen, Frank Caruso, Helen C. Suter, Kathryn A. Mumford
Summary: A versatile approach to engineer thickness-tunable coatings on a water-soluble substrate via the self-assembly of metal-phenolic networks (MPNs) in a nonaqueous solvent was reported. The coating process is relatively rapid and can generate thick, robust coatings with high stability in nonaqueous environments.
ADVANCED FUNCTIONAL MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Min-Guk Kim, Eun-Ji Oh, Kyeong Sik Jin, Ji Woong Chang, Hee-Young Lee
Summary: The study revealed that sugar alcohols with multiple -OH groups can interact with lecithin in organic solvents, inducing the formation of cylindrical micelles and increasing the viscosity of the solution.
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR LIQUIDS
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Yu Wang, Jun Long, Yongping Bai, Lu Shao, Shicheng Qi
JOURNAL OF ADHESION SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2016)
Article
Polymer Science
Lei Zhang, Yingjie Cao, Lei Wang, Lu Shao, Yongping Bai
JOURNAL OF APPLIED POLYMER SCIENCE
(2016)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Yu Wang, Jun Long, Yongping Bai, Chun Zhang, Baoqiang Cheng, Lu Shao, Shicheng Qi
JOURNAL OF FLUORINE CHEMISTRY
(2015)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Lei Zhang, Yingjie Cao, Lei Wang, Lu Shao, Yongping Bai
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Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Huang Lei, Huang Tong, Bai Yongping, Zhou Yongfeng
ACTA CHIMICA SINICA
(2016)
Article
Polymer Science
Ning Li, Fanglei Zeng, Dezhi Qu, Jianjun Zhang, Lu Shao, Yongping Bai
JOURNAL OF APPLIED POLYMER SCIENCE
(2016)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Lei Huang, Chunyang Yu, Tong Huang, Shuting Xu, Yongping Bai, Yongfeng Zhou
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Thermodynamics
Lipeng Wang, Fucheng Zhang, Yongping Bai, Liping Ding
THERMOCHIMICA ACTA
(2016)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Yu Wang, Yongping Bai
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Fuchen Zhang, Hongjun Kang, Yongping Bai, Bo Jiang, Yudong Huang, Li Liu
Article
Polymer Science
Liping Ding, Yongping Bai, Jianyun Cao, Lipeng Wang, Shuai Sun, Peng Zhu, Ning Li
JOURNAL OF APPLIED POLYMER SCIENCE
(2017)
Article
Polymer Science
Lipeng Wang, Yu Wang, Fuchen Zhang, Yongping Bai, Liping Ding
JOURNAL OF APPLIED POLYMER SCIENCE
(2017)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Lei Huang, Zuotao Lei, Tong Huang, Yongfeng Zhou, Yongping Bai
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Lipei Yue, Weidong Li, Yingjie Cao, Yongping Bai
PARTICLE & PARTICLE SYSTEMS CHARACTERIZATION
(2017)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Fuchen Zhang, Qiuxia Wang, Lipeng Wang, Yongping Bai
Article
Polymer Science
Yuanzhang Jiang, Xuyi Wang, Yanting Han, Dakai Gong, Yingchun Gu, Lin Tan
Summary: In this study, FeCl3 and poly(acrylic acid) (PAA) were doped into waterborne polyurethanes (WPUs) to create multifunctional materials with self-healing and antimicrobial properties. WPU/Fe/PAA-5.5, containing 5.5 wt % PAA, exhibited excellent mechanical properties, strong self-healing capabilities, and an impressive antimicrobial rate of over 90%. These supramolecular films were also highly recyclable through hot-pressing.
Article
Polymer Science
Longyu Tian, Min Wang, Guangming Liao, Baoliang Liu, Sujuan Zhang, Yucheng Sun, Zhen Meng, Jintao Zhang, Zaijun Lu
Summary: Two kinds of benzoxazine monomers were synthesized and used to prepare polybenzoxazine anion exchange membranes (AEMs) with quaternary ammonium functionalization. The LQPBZ AEM exhibited better ion conductivity and alkaline stability.
Article
Polymer Science
Claire A. Lemarchand
Summary: This study investigates the shock behavior of three different polymers through molecular dynamics simulations. The results reveal specificities in the shock behavior of polymers, including deviations from the linear relation between shock velocity and particle velocity, as well as differences in shear stress relaxation behind the shock front. It is found that the deviation of the Hugoniot locus is related to the change in the relative contribution of bonding and non-bonding potential energies, while polymers with higher glass transition temperatures exhibit slower shear stress relaxation.
Article
Polymer Science
Zengquan Liu, Xiaochun Yin, He Zhang, Shuo Gao, Qinglin Kuang, Yanhong Feng
Summary: A powder solid-state extension (PSSE) technology was proposed to address the high melt viscosity issue of UHMWPE. By uniaxial extension and sintering in the solid state, a highly self-reinforced material was prepared. X-ray diffraction and scattering techniques were used to study the structural evolution during the PSSE process, and a solid-phase induced transformation model was established.
Article
Polymer Science
Zhike Li, Anyu Luo, Rui Zhou, Xin Li, Haiyan Li
Summary: A novel high temperature resistance IL@SiO2 nanocapsules were successfully prepared and their friction and wear properties in PA6 composites were studied. The addition of IL@SiO2 nanocapsules reduced the friction coefficient and wear rate without affecting the mechanical properties of PA6. The synergy between the IL core and SiO2 wall in the nanocapsules improved the self-lubricating performance of the PA6 composites.
Article
Polymer Science
Xin Liu, Xuhong Guo, Qi Liao
Summary: In this study, an algorithm for accurately estimating viscosity is developed using molecular dynamics simulations and the Green-Kubo formula. This algorithm can be applied to complex systems with long correlations, such as macromolecular and biological simulation systems.
Article
Polymer Science
Hao Pu, Yun-Lei Hou, Jing -Zhou Chen, Dong -Lin Zhao
Summary: The use of modified graphene improves the interfacial adherence of carbon fibers to epoxy resin, resulting in enhanced interfacial and bending properties of CF and matrix in CF/EP composites, as well as increased interlaminar shear strength and flexural strength.
Article
Polymer Science
Wei-Chung Ke, Jin-Wei Lin, Manohar Reddy Busireddy, Yueh-Hsing Lee, Jiun-Tai Chen, Chain-Shu Hsu
Summary: This study introduces a crosslinkable monomer, TAIC, to synthesize three crosslinked polyimide films, which exhibit improved thermal, mechanical, and dielectric properties. The introduction of TAIC enhances the tensile strength, reduces the dielectric constant and dielectric loss, and decreases the coefficient of thermal expansion of the polyimide films.
Article
Polymer Science
Alex Kwasi Kumi, Ruiling Fan, Ye Chen, Yumei Zhang
Summary: The difference in leaching of amylopectin from cellulose/amylopectin/1-butyl-3-methylimidazolium chloride ([Bmim][Cl]) blends during regeneration in water and aqueous ethanol has been studied. Molecular dynamics simulations showed that the dissolution and regeneration mechanisms of amylopectin in [Bmim][Cl] are similar to cellulose in ionic liquids. Water regeneration leads to weak electrostatic interactions, resulting in high leaching of amylopectin. In contrast, ethanol-water interactions enhance electrostatic interactions among amylopectin chains, limiting amylopectin leaching in aqueous ethanol.
Article
Polymer Science
Xi Zeng, Junwei Zhou, Junbiao Peng, Chunsheng Zhang, Danling Wang, Yihu Song, Qiang Zheng
Summary: This study utilizes an oligomer deep eutectic solvent (DES) based on polyethylene glycol to regulate the vulcanization kinetics of rubber. The results show that the DES can accelerate vulcanization at low temperatures without affecting the crosslinking density and Mullins effect.
Article
Polymer Science
Qianqian Yue, Yongfei Peng, Xingjian Liu, Aihua He, Huarong Nie
Summary: The addition of metal deactivators can effectively suppress the aging of TBIR, prolong its lifespan, and have no negative effects on its physical and processing properties. These research findings are of great importance for improving the stability and aging resistance of polymers.
Article
Polymer Science
J. Gomez-Caturla, J. Ivorra-Martinez, R. Tejada-Oliveros, V Moreno, D. Garcia-Garcia, R. Balart
Summary: This work focuses on the development of environmentally friendly PLA formulations by using different esters derived from geraniol as plasticizers. The results show that these esters have good compatibility with PLA, and they can effectively enhance the elongation and plasticity of PLA, reduce its glass transition temperature, and slightly improve its water absorption capabilities.
Article
Polymer Science
Dandan Li, Zhaohui Lu, Zhao Ke, Ke Xu, Fengna Dai, Youhai Yu, Guangtao Qian, Chunhai Chen
Summary: In this study, cross-linked PI aerogel membranes with low dielectric constant and high moisture resistance were prepared by co-polymerization and scraping coating technology. The incorporation of fluorinated blocks and benzimidazole ring structures resulted in novel PI aerogel membranes with fascinating dielectric properties and outstanding moisture resistance.
Article
Polymer Science
Zhaoyang Chu, Qing Zhang, Haihua Luo, Han Zhou, Fapei Zhang, Wei Chen, Wenhua Zhang
Summary: Multi-physical fields solution processing strategy is a universal and facile method for preparing various conjugated polymer films and high-performance devices. In this study, we employed a combined microfluidic flow and ultrasonication strategy (FU) for processing CP solutions, and found a pronounced synergetic effect in promoting the pre-ordering of chains in solution. The conformation order and anisotropy of the solution were revealed through various characterizations. A non-classical nucleation model for polymer crystallization in non-equilibrium solution processing was confirmed. The roles of microfluidic flow and ultrasonication in chain aggregation and crystallization were addressed through multi-physical simulations. Compared to pristine solutions, the FU strategy showed improved solution anisotropy and crystallization kinetics, resulting in higher crystallinity in films and increased mobilities in OFET devices. The FU processing strategy provides a universal approach for regulating chain conformation and aggregation in conjugated polymer solutions.
