Polymers are extensively exploited as active materials in a variety of electronics and energy
devices because of their tailorable electrical properties, mechanical flexibility, facile …

Polydimethylsiloxane (PDMS)—the simplest and most common silicone compound—
exemplifies the central characteristics of its class and has attracted tremendous research …

The evolution of self-healing polymers has resulted in a myriad of healing designs that have
given way to complex systems capable of supporting multiple cycles, among other features …

Many different polymers and polymer composites are used for engineering applications in
which friction and wear are critical issues. This article briefs (a) the importance of polymer …

Cross-linked polymers are ubiquitous in daily life, finding applications as tires, insulation,
adhesives, automotive parts, and countless other products. The covalent cross-links in these …

Organic coatings are susceptible to damage in the form of cracking, leading to the decline
and ultimate failure of functionality, and incurring enormous repair costs. Self-healing …

Cell therapy is a promising strategy to regenerate cardiac tissue for myocardial infarction.
Injectable hydrogels with conductivity and self-healing ability are highly desirable as cell …

Inspired by naturally occurring species that allow for self-healing of nonfatal harm, self-
healing polymeric materials have been prepared and represent a component of the …

During the last few years, different kinds of autonomic and non-autonomic self-healing
materials have been prepared using diverse techniques for a number of applications. The …

The copper‐catalyzed azide/alkyne cycloaddition reaction (CuAAC) has emerged as the
most useful “click” chemistry. Polymer science has profited enormously from CuAAC by its …