LCST and UCST-type thermoresponsive behavior in dendronized gelatins
Yan Ding, Xiacong Zhang, Bi-Yi Xu, Wen Li
Abstract
Through dendronization with OEGs, gelatins show dual LCST- and UCST-type thermoresponsive behavior, as well as reversible sol–gel transitions.
Topics & Concepts
Upper critical solution temperatureLower critical solution temperatureChemistryChemical engineeringPolymer chemistryCopolymerPolymerOrganic chemistryEngineeringHydrogels: synthesis, properties, applicationsSupramolecular Self-Assembly in MaterialsLiquid Crystal Research Advancements