Figure 1. a) Molecular structure of the photo-responsive supramolecular metallopolymers and their schematic synthetic pathway; b) photo-mechanical response of the metallo-organogels under UV irradiation; c) reversible photo-induced expansion/contraction pAbstract
Smart functional materials that are able to translate an externally applied stimulus into a well defined, controllable, and reversible macroscopic response, such as life-like movements, are one of the most fascinating materials nowadays. On the other hand, soft and structurally dynamic materials are particularly attractive because of their intrinsic possibility to heal after damage. Amongst all possible triggers, light represents an interesting stimulus due to its advantageous features such as remote application with high spatiotemporal resolution.[1] During the talk, the straightforward molecular design of reversible and photo-switchable metallopolymers and their use as photo-responsive and autonomously healable gels will be presented (Fig. 1a).
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