The continuous exploration of new analogs of calixarenes and pillararenes unlocks infinite
opportunities in supramolecular chemistry and materials. In this work, we introduce a new …

Force-responsive, self-strengthening polymers refer to those that, under the stimulus of
mechanical forces, have mechanophore groups capable of reacting with additives or …

Microplastics, as an emerging environmental pollutant, have received widespread attention
for their potential impact on ecosystems and human health. Microplastics are defined as …

Mechanophores (mechanosensitive molecules) are usually activated by pulling them with
covalently attached polymers. A rotaxane actuator offers a new geometry of activation as the …

Diabetic wound infection has always been a huge threat to human's healthcare, and most of
the existing therapies have reduced efficacy, drug resistance and toxic side effects …

Mechanical force is unique in promoting unusual reaction pathways and especially for the
generation of reactive intermediates sometimes inaccessible to other forms of activation. The …

In polymer mechanochemistry, regulating the intrinsic mechanical reactivity of a
mechanophore offers extensive opportunities in material science, enabling the development …

The precise control of mechanochemical activation within deep tissues using non-invasive
ultrasound holds profound implications for advancing our understanding of fundamental …

Improving the overall performance of proton exchange membranes while maintaining high
proton conductivity represents a persistent challenge. Bromo-functionalized pillar [5] arene …

Contemporary polymer network materials, such as hydrogels and elastomers, require not
only enhanced mechanical properties but also adaptability during or after use. Polymer …