Gold nanospheres/nanorods as highly promising candidates for the hydrophilic/hydrophobic balance of poly(N-vinylcaprolactam): a thoughtful design of nanocomposites

Abstract

A thermally induced solubility alterations of widely accepted thermoresponsive polymer poly (N-vinylcaprolactam) (PVCL) tethered to gold nanoparticles (AuNPs) surface is characterized by different biophysical techniques such as steady state fluorescence,...

Smart Anisotropic Colloidal Composites: A Suitable Platform for Modifying the Phase Transition of Diblock Copolymers by Gold Nanoparticles

“…The detailed synthetic procedure of AuNSs and AuNRs has been followed by the literature. ,, Moreover, the synthesis procedure of gold seeds solution for the formation of AuNCs and AuRDs is provided in the Supporting Information. − Additionally, detailed step-by-step formation of AuNCs and AuRDs is also furnished to get a clear picture of anisotropic AuNPs’ formation. The characterization of AuNSs, AuNRs, AuNCs, and AuRDs is provided in Figure S1 by TEM and the detailed description is provided in the Supporting Information.…”

“…Additionally, no reports are present on the influence of ANPs on the phase transition behavior of thermoresponsive DPs containing two distinct homopolymer blocks. Very recently, our research group has been the first to elucidate the role of shape distinct AuNPs on the conformational changes of homopolymer PNIPAM and PVCL aqueous solution. , This inspires us to fulfill the quest for analyzing the functionality and performance in mixed systems with a deep desire in understanding fundamental underlings.…”

Manipulation of Thermoresponsive Polymers Using Biomolecules

“…The ability of TRPs to display reversible “on and off” switching behavior in response to external temperature makes them suitable candidates for a broad range of applications. Remarkable advancements in the polymer science and engineering fields are providing means of designing novel materials, functional architectures, synthetic strategies, and TRPs have attracted widespread attention due to their envisaged applications, which include drug delivery, cardiovascular repair, protein engineering, coatings, biosensors, artificial muscles, actuators, dentistry, flexible electronics, bioimaging, catalysis, tissue engineering, water treatment, and pollutant detection. − ,− …”

“…Novel thermoresponsive materials are being developed rapidly in parallel with our ability to synthesize structurally complex macromolecules or biomacromolecules. Furthermore, future advances in polymer chemistry will undoubtedly result in the development of even smarter materials with tunable and predictable properties. ,− Knowledge of the types of stimuli that can induce desired responses in polymeric systems and the effects of functionalities are essential for assessing the potential of responsive materials. A wide range of functionalities and interesting properties arise from the conformations of macromolecule/biomacromolecule complexes or the influence of solvents on transitions, which allow phase transitions at the molecular level to be realized as dramatic changes in material properties in the nanoscale range. − …”

The Method of Direct and Reverse Phase Portraits as a Tool for Systematizing the Results of Studies of Phase Transitions in Solutions of Thermosensitive Polymers

“…Venkatesu et al studied the interaction of PVCL, their interactions with additives such as 1-allyl-3-methylimidazolium bromide, multi-walled carbon nanotubes, methylamine-based osmolytes, PNIPAM, deep eutectic solvents, and tryptophan-based amino acid ionic liquids, and their potential biomedical applications, laying the groundwork for innovative advances in drug delivery and biotechnology [ 105 , 106 , 107 , 108 , 109 , 110 , 111 , 112 , 113 , 114 ].…”