A range of surfactant-accelerated hydrogels based on terpyridine-based assembly via strong dipole–dipole interactions

Abstract

A universal hydrogelation strategy employs surfactant-coassembled supramolecular terpyridine (DA-BET) aggregates. Dipole–dipole interactions between DA-BET's distinct binding sites and surfactant ions primarily drive hydrogel formation. This platform integrates hydrophobic organics with surfactants, establishing a novel supramolecular approach for advancing environmental remediation soft materials.