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  • Supramolecular Chemistry
  • Materials Science
  • Interface Science

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  • Charge transfer (CT) interactions are fundamental in constructing supramolecular systems like nanostructures and gels.
  • The formation and application of CT complexes at liquid-liquid interfaces have not been previously reported.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To report the in situ formation and assembly of CT complex surfactants (CTCSs) at the oil-water interface.
  • To investigate the self-assembly of CTCSs into higher-order nanofilms and their properties.
  • To explore the redox-responsiveness of CTCSs for switchable assembly and disassembly.

Main Methods:

  • Utilized an electron-deficient acceptor in water and an electron-rich donor in oil to form CTCSs at the oil-water interface.
  • Observed the time-dependent assembly of CTCSs into nanofilms.
  • Investigated the mechanical properties of the resulting nanofilms and their ability to stabilize liquids.
  • Explored the reversible assembly and disassembly of CTCSs using redox stimuli.

Main Results:

  • Successfully generated CTCSs in situ at the oil-water interface.
  • CTCSs self-assembled into higher-order nanofilms with exceptional mechanical properties.
  • The formed nanofilms demonstrated the ability to stabilize liquids and create nonequilibrium shapes.
  • The association and dissociation of CTCSs were reversibly controlled via redox processes.

Conclusions:

  • This study presents the first report of CT complex formation at a liquid-liquid interface, creating novel CTCSs.
  • The self-assembled CTCS nanofilms offer unique capabilities for liquid stabilization and structuring.
  • The redox-switchable nature of CTCSs opens avenues for dynamic and responsive supramolecular materials.