How Softness Matters in Soft Nanogels and Nanogel Assemblies
Softness plays a key role in determining the macroscopic properties of colloidal systems, from synthetic nanogels to biological macromolecules, from
Read moreSoftness plays a key role in determining the macroscopic properties of colloidal systems, from synthetic nanogels to biological macromolecules, from
Read moreThe softness of nanohydrogels results in unique properties and recently attracted tremendous interest due to the multi‐functionalization of interfaces. For
Read moreIn a recent concept article published in Small, Richtering, Alberg and Zentel have summarized existing data with the aim to
Read moreThe role of charges on the interfacial properties of microgels has been discussed controversially in the literature. In this work,
Read moreThe unique pH and temperature responsiveness of PNIPAM-based microgels make them a promising target for novel biomedical applications such as
Read moreControlling the distribution of ionizable groups of opposite charge in microgels is an extremely challenging task, which could open new
Read moreSolid–liquid interfaces play an important role for functional devices. Hence, a detailed understanding of the interaction of soft matter objects
Read moreThis work addresses the challenge of creating hollow and anisotropically shaped thermoresponsive microgels. Sacrificial elliptical hematite silica particles are utilized
Read moreIn this paper, we present the fed-batch synthesis of microgels in the 1-5 µm size range. We backed up experimental
Read moreMicrogels have versatile applications due to their possible functionalization with co-monomers. We present the rational model-based design of synthesis procedures
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