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  • Supramolecular chemistry
  • Materials science
  • Nanotechnology

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  • Supramolecular nanotubes, formed by organic molecule self-assembly, possess unique 1D structures.
  • These nanotubes feature distinct inner/outer surfaces, hollow interiors, and high aspect ratios.
  • Functional groups can be incorporated to enable stimulus-responsive structural changes.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review supramolecular nanotubes developed by the research group.
  • To highlight their morphological transformations in response to external stimuli.
  • To showcase their potential in controlled compound encapsulation and release.

Main Methods:

  • Self-assembly of organic molecules into nanotubular structures.
  • Incorporation of functional groups sensitive to external stimuli.
  • Application of stimuli such as pH, chemical reactions, light, temperature, and moisture.

Main Results:

  • Demonstrated morphological transformations of supramolecular nanotubes.
  • Showcased stimulus-responsive structural changes.
  • Established controllable methods for guest compound encapsulation, storage, and release.

Conclusions:

  • Supramolecular nanotubes offer tunable structures through external stimuli.
  • These responsive nanotubes have broad applicability in physics, chemistry, biology, and medicine.
  • The ability to control nanotube morphology facilitates advanced applications in compound delivery.