Grubbs and co-workers review developments in brush block copolymer (BBCP) self-assembly toward photonic crystal applications. In this rapidly developing field, questions regarding the conformation of BBCPs and the formation of new morphologies provide further research opportunities.
Accurate pulse and oxygenation data can be obtained through multicolor PLEDs on one flexible substrate fabricated by a surface energy patterning assisted blade coating technique.
A new hybrid nanomaterial combines membranes from multiple cell types, enabling the fabrication of membrane-coated nanoparticles with an increased number of functionalities.
The group of Kit Parker at Harvard University has developed a new system that uses point-and-shoot manufacturing to rapidly produce aligned nanofibers.
Bin Liu and co-workers highlight recently developed AIE polymer systems from synthesis to properties and biological applications.
Matrix-metalloprotease (MMP)-sensitive hydrogel particles intend to utilize the unique properties of tumor cells, such as high concentration of MMP enzymes, along with the synergistic activities of an apoptosis-inducing protein (TRAIL) and the TRAIL sensitizer drug Quinacrine.
Temperature responsive fibers from shape memory polymers are assembled into bioactive mats or scaffolds.
The properties and use of thermo-responsive hydrogels in bioprinting are discussed in a recent review by R. Suntornnond et. al.
A comprehensive overview on the state-of-the-art of waterborne polymer/graphene nanocomposites focusing on high performance coatings and adhesives is presented by R. Tomovska et. al.
In honor of Prof. K. Kataoka’s 65th birthday colleagues and friends have contributed to a special issue in Macromolecular Bioscience. Read the articles for free for a limited time.