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Area of Science:

  • Materials Science
  • Nanotechnology
  • Supramolecular Chemistry

Background:

  • Developing functional biomaterials relies on controllable nanostructures via supramolecular self-assembly.
  • Creating fluorescent macrocycle-based carbon materials with 3D vesicle morphologies is challenging.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To characterize and control the supramolecular properties of cycloparaphenylenes (CPPs) in mixed solutions.
  • To investigate the self-assembly of CPPs into 3D vesicle structures.
  • To explore the cellular uptake mechanisms and potential applications of CPP vesicles.

Main Methods:

  • Characterization of CPP supramolecular properties by regulating concentrations and solvent ratios.
  • Observation of CPP self-assembly into 3D hollow vesicle structures.
  • Investigation of cellular uptake mechanisms of CPPs using various inhibitors and temperature conditions.

Main Results:

  • Successful control over CPP supramolecular properties and self-assembly into 3D hollow vesicles.
  • Demonstration that CPPs are internalized by cells through an energy- and temperature-independent mechanism.
  • Cellular uptake of [10]CPP remained unaffected by different inhibitors.

Conclusions:

  • Supramolecular assembly of CPPs offers a viable route to controllable 3D vesicle nanostructures.
  • The unique cellular uptake mechanism of CPPs suggests potential for targeted delivery and bioimaging.
  • These findings advance cycloparaphenylene chemistry and pave the way for novel applications in nanotechnology, biology, and materials science.