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  • Materials Science
  • Supramolecular Chemistry
  • Soft Matter Physics

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  • Low molecular weight gels (LMWGs) form properties based on self-assembled networks.
  • Characterizing these networks often involves drying the gels.
  • Techniques like transmission electron microscopy (TEM) and scanning electron microscopy (SEM) require dried samples.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the assumption that drying does not affect the structural data obtained from LMWGs.
  • To critically assess the impact of dehydration on the self-assembled networks of LMWGs.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review and critical analysis of existing methodologies.
  • Discussion of potential artifacts introduced by drying processes in microscopy techniques.
  • Theoretical consideration of network stability during solvent removal.

Main Results:

  • Drying can significantly alter the morphology and properties of the self-assembled network in LMWGs.
  • The assumption of structural integrity post-drying is often invalid.
  • Microscopy data from dried gels may not accurately represent the native gel state.

Conclusions:

  • The drying process introduces significant artifacts, questioning the reliability of data obtained via common microscopy techniques for LMWGs.
  • Researchers should exercise caution when interpreting data from dried LMWG samples.
  • Alternative in-situ or non-invasive characterization methods are needed for accurate LMWG network analysis.