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Area of Science:

  • Supramolecular Chemistry
  • Materials Science
  • Biomedicine

Background:

  • Cyclodextrin (CD)-based host-guest interactions are key for supramolecular assemblies and hydrogels.
  • These materials are gaining traction beyond biomedicine as advanced functional materials.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review recent advances in functional CD-based supramolecular assemblies and hydrogels.
  • To provide an outlook on the future direction of this developing field.

Main Methods:

  • Review of literature on CD-based supramolecular assemblies and hydrogels.
  • Focus on applications in advanced functional materials like actuators and self-healing materials.

Main Results:

  • CD-based supramolecular materials exhibit specificity and reversibility.
  • These properties enable reversible cross-linking, specific binding sites, and enhanced functionality.

Conclusions:

  • CD-based supramolecular assemblies and hydrogels are versatile for advanced functional materials.
  • The field is rapidly developing with significant potential for diverse applications.