Stimuli responsive ion gels based on polysaccharides and other polymers prepared using ionic liquids and deep...

Area of Science:

• Materials Science
• Polymer Chemistry
• Electrochemistry

Background:

• Ion gels and self-healing gels utilizing ionic liquids (ILs) and deep eutectic solvents (DESs) have garnered significant research interest.
• These advanced materials offer unique properties for diverse applications.

Purpose of the Study:

• To provide a comprehensive overview of ILs and DESs employed in ion gel preparation.
• To highlight the synthesis, characteristics, and applications of stimuli-responsive gels, particularly those based on polysaccharides.
• To summarize recent advancements in switchable ion gels and their potential uses.

Main Methods:

• Review of literature on ILs and DESs for ion gel synthesis.
• Analysis of preparation methods for stimuli-responsive gels using co-polymers and biopolymers (especially polysaccharides).
• Discussion of physicochemical properties and application-specific performance.

Main Results:

• Identification of various ILs and DESs suitable for ion gel formulation.
• Characterization of stimuli-responsive properties in polysaccharide-based gels.
• Demonstration of ion gels' utility in electrochemical devices, sensing, and drug delivery systems.

Conclusions:

• Ion gels and self-healing gels derived from ILs and DESs represent a versatile class of materials.
• Stimuli-responsive properties, especially in polysaccharide-based systems, are key to their advanced functionalities.
• These gels hold significant promise for innovations in electrochemistry, sensing, and biomedical applications.