Draper ER, Adams DJ. Controlling the Assembly and Properties of Low-Molecular-Weight Hydrogelators.
LANGMUIR : THE ACS JOURNAL OF SURFACES AND COLLOIDS 2019;
35:6506-6521. [PMID:
31038973 DOI:
10.1021/acs.langmuir.9b00716]
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Abstract
Low-molecular-weight gels are formed by the self-assembly of small molecules into fibrous networks that can immobilize a significant amount of solvent. Here, we focus on our work with a specific class of gelator, the functionalized dipeptide. We discuss the current state of the art in the area, focusing on how these materials can be controlled. We also highlight interesting and unusual observations and unanswered questions in the field.
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