Supramolecular cage-mediated cargo transport
Qing‐Hui Ling, Zhenchen Lou, Lei Zhang, Tongxia Jin, Wei‐Tao Dou, Hai‐Bo Yang, Lin Xu
Abstract
A steady stream of material transport based on carriers and channels in living systems plays an extremely important role in normal life activities. Inspired by nature, researchers have extensively applied supramolecular cages in cargo transport because of their unique three-dimensional structures and excellent physicochemical properties. In this review, we will focus on the development of supramolecular cages as carriers and channels for cargo transport in abiotic and biological systems over the past fifteen years. In addition, we will discuss future challenges and potential applications of supramolecular cages in substance transport.
Topics & Concepts
CageChemistrySupramolecular chemistryBiophysicsNanotechnologyMaterials scienceCrystallographyBiologyEngineeringCrystal structureStructural engineeringSupramolecular Chemistry and ComplexesSupramolecular Self-Assembly in MaterialsAmino Acid Enzymes and Metabolism