Abstract
The construction of supramolecular nanoscopic architectures has been intensively pursued because of their unique features for applications in nanoscience and biomimetic chemistry. Molecular self-assemblies of aromatic rod-coil amphiphiles consisting of rigid rod segments and hydrophilic flexible chains in aqueous solution provide a facile avenue into this area. This feature article highlights the recent progress regarding the construction of aqueous assemblies that result from the sophisticated design of aromatic rod-coils, with the aim to develop stimuli-responsive systems and bioactive materials. Important factors affecting the self-assembly morphologies are discussed and summarized. Dynamic structural changes triggered by temperature and guest molecules are demonstrated. Finally, the perspective of bioactive nanostructures originated from self-assembly of aromatic block amphiphiles is also introduced.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | 7711-7723 |
| Number of pages | 13 |
| Journal | Nanoscale |
| Volume | 5 |
| Issue number | 17 |
| DOIs | |
| Publication status | Published - 2013 Sept 7 |
| Externally published | Yes |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Materials Science(all)