Issue 12, 2023

Mechanochemistry of dynamic chalcogen-containing polymers: a minireview

Abstract

In recent years, mechanochemistry of polymers, which means the reactivity of polymers under mechanical stimuli, has been widely studied and greatly developed. Among various kinds of mechano-responsive polymers, dynamic chalcogen-containing polymers have attracted more attention due to their sensitive responsiveness and precise biofunction. In this perspective, we provide an overview of mechanochemistry of dynamic chalcogen-containing polymers, including both fundamental mechanochemistry and applications. Particularly, we pay most attention to mechanically induced colour/fluorescence changes, drug release, material strengthening and toughening of various functional mechano-responsive polymeric materials. Additionally, currently unsolved issues, challenges, and possible opportunities in the future are also summarized and discussed.

Graphical abstract: Mechanochemistry of dynamic chalcogen-containing polymers: a minireview

Article information

Article type
Perspective
Submitted
19 Des 2022
Accepted
09 Feb 2023
First published
13 Feb 2023

New J. Chem., 2023,47, 5582-5592

Mechanochemistry of dynamic chalcogen-containing polymers: a minireview

M. Cao, Y. Tan and H. Xu, New J. Chem., 2023, 47, 5582 DOI: 10.1039/D2NJ06196A

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