Combination of orthogonal supramolecular interactions in polymeric architectures
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Hofmeier, Harald; Schubert, Ulrich S.
- Abstract:
- Supramolecular polymers represent a highly interesting approach towards new ‘‘smart materials’’.
A recent strategy includes the combination of different ‘‘orthogonal’’ non-covalent binding sites
within one polymer system. Different functionalities can be introduced in a highly defined way by
controlled self-assembly processes. This feature article presents highlights in the supramolecular
polymer chemistry of multiple hydrogen-bonding, metal complexation (especially of bi- and
terpyridines) and host–guest interactions as well as recent advances in combining these
interactions in novel polymers.
- Year:
- 2005
- Type of Publication:
- Article
- Journal:
- Chemical Communications
- Pages:
- 2423 - 2432