Nano Letters,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Nov. 18, 2024
Left-
and
right-handed
chiral
molecule
inducers
have
been
frequently
used
to
guide
the
formation
of
nanomaterials
with
binary
shapes.
However,
transition
from
discrete
continuously
tunable
shapes
is
imperative
but
challenging
will
contribute
a
deep
understanding
fundamental
relations
between
nanostructures
their
chemical
properties.
This
study
shows
that
polyaniline
nanohelices
(PANI
NHs)
similar
aspect
ratios
(∼5.0)
screw
pitches
(293
∞
nm)
tilt
angles
(33°
0°)
can
be
fabricated
by
adjusting
enantiomer
excess
Angewandte Chemie International Edition,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
63(32)
Published: May 17, 2024
Abstract
Dynamic
chemistry
utilizing
both
covalent
and
noncovalent
bonds
provides
valid
protocols
in
manipulating
properties
of
self‐assemblies
functions.
Here
we
employ
dynamic
to
realize
multiple‐route
control
over
supramolecular
chirality
up
five
states.
N‐protected
fluorinated
phenylalanine
the
carboxylate
state
self‐assembled
into
achiral
nanoparticles
ascribed
amphiphilicity.
Protonation
promoted
one‐dimensional
growth
helices
with
shrunk
hydrophilicity,
which
presence
disulfide
pyridine
undergo
inversion
by
hydrogen
bonding‐directed
coassembly.
Further
interacting
water‐soluble
reductant
cleavages
bond
initiate
rearrangement
coassemblies
a
as
well.
Finally,
tuning
pH
environments,
aromatic
nucleophilic
substitution
reaction
between
reduced
products
perfluorinated
occurs,
giving
distinct
chiral
nanoarchitectures
emerged
luminescence
circularly
polarized
luminescence.
We
thus
realized
particular
five‐state
combining
at
one
compound,
greatly
enriches
toolbox
fabricating
responsive
chiroptical
materials.
Advanced Materials Interfaces,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Jan. 2, 2025
Abstract
The
self‐healing
of
polymer
materials
in
aqueous
environments
remains
a
significant
challenge.
Herein,
protein‐inspired
strategy
for
hydrophobic/hydrophilic‐induced
microphase
separation
is
proposed
to
construct
polymers
an
environment.
During
self‐healing,
the
hydrophobic
polydimethylsiloxane
microphases
damaged
region
reassociate
with
each
other
owing
presence
dynamic
interactions
underwater.
In
addition,
hydrophilic
carboxyl
groups
diffuse
and
penetrate
form
hydrogen
bonds.
It
found
that
structure
efficiency
can
be
adjusted
by
regulating
hydrophobic/hydrophilic
components.
efficiencies
as‐synthesized
deionized
water
seawater
reach
99.1
98.7%,
respectively.
molecular
structures
are
characterized
using
Fourier‐transform
infrared
spectroscopy
ultraviolet‐visible
while
aggregated
examined
small
angle
X‐ray
scattering
atomic
force
microscopy
(AFM).
This
design
strategy,
inspired
biological
sciences,
will
expected
extend
application
range
synthetic
intrinsic
polymers,
especially
environments.
Langmuir,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Jan. 15, 2025
Self-assembly
of
amino
acids
and
short-peptide
derivatives
attracted
significant
curiosity
worldwide
due
to
their
unique
self-assembly
process
wide
variety
applications.
Amino
acid
is
considered
one
the
important
synthons
in
supramolecular
chemistry.
processes
applications
unfunctionalized
native
have
been
less
reported
literature.
In
this
article,
we
are
first-time
reporting
tyrosine
(Tyr),
an
aromatic
acid,
dimethyl
sulfoxide
(DMSO)
solvent.
Most
studies
related
Tyr
were
different
aqueous
solutions.
our
work,
studied
several
common
organic
solvents
found
that
could
self-assemble
into
a
gel
The
was
investigated
by
techniques,
such
as
UV-vis,
fluorescence,
FTIR,
NMR
spectroscopy.
Morphological
features
on
nanoscale
through
scanning
electron
microscopy
(SEM).
SEM
images
indicated
formation
nanofibrils
with
high
aspect
ratios.
property
rheological
experiments.
Computational
study
DMSO
medium
suggested
noncovalent
interactions
like
hydrogen
bonding
π-π
stacking
among
molecules
played
prominent
role.
Finally,
charge-transfer
complex
ability
electron-rich
electron-deficient
2,3-dichloro-5,6-dicyano-1,4-benzoquinone
(DDQ)
studied.
presence
DDQ
formation,
converted
reddish
color
solution,
fibrillar
morphologies
collapsed.
Angewandte Chemie,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: March 7, 2025
Abstract
Here,
we
synthesized
chiral
bimetallic
Pt@Au
octapods
by
using
l
/
d
‐cysteine–threonine
(CT)
dipeptide
as
ligands.
These
had
a
distinct
spiral
four‐petal
flower‐like
symmetric
configuration
with
twisted
concave
morphology
on
each
facet.
The
structure
of
the
facilitated
intraparticle
coupling,
resulting
in
highly
concentrated
electric
fields
within
regions,
thus
creating
“hot
spots”
that
produced
potent
surface‐enhanced
Raman
scattering
(SERS)
effect.
‐Pt@Au
showed
nearly
twofold
stronger
SERS
response
to
Aβ40
and
Aβ42
monomers
fibrils
than
octapods.
different
association
constants
arose
from
unique
recognition
capabilities
CT
ligands
surfaces
octapods,
which
allowed
them
form
specific
hydrogen
bonds
fibrils,
producing
significant
differences
their
spectra.
data
clinical
cerebrospinal
fluid
(CSF)
samples
quantitative
analysis
Aβ42/Aβ40
ratio
spectroscopy
can
be
used
an
effective
biomarker
for
early
diagnosis
Alzheimer's
disease
(AD),
cut‐off
value
0.085.
Our
results
pave
way
use
nanomaterials
strong
optical
activities
development
testing
instruments
biomedical
applications.
Small,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: April 14, 2025
Abstract
Understanding
the
complexity
of
nanostructures
involved
during
supramolecular
polymerization
process
can
be
achieved
by
kinetic
control
rather
than
thermodynamic
stability.
Study
on
pathway
and
associated
will
provide
precise
over
materials'
properties.
This
work
illustrates
structural
transformation
a
naphthalimide‐(NMI)‐conjugated
dipeptide
from
monomer
to
thermodynamically
stable
aggregated
state
in
binary
mixed
solvent
system
(DMSO
water).
The
self‐assembly
propensity
modulated
changing
ratio
water,
which
offers
an
effective
approach
stability
on‐pathway
gel
before
reaching
its
crystalline
precipitate
state.
An
in‐depth
spectroscopic
microscopic
investigation
suggested
that
initiated
formation
tiny
particles,
further
nucleated
form
helical
nanofibrilar
assembly.
At
higher
water
percentages,
showed
transient
behavior
proceeded
toward
However,
at
lower
percentage,
is
kinetically
trapped
Here,
helicity
nanofibers
altering
percentage
solvent.
self‐assembled
completely
thermoreversible
retain
chiral
memory
even
after
complete
dissolution
respective
composition.
International Journal of Molecular Sciences,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
26(9), P. 3998 - 3998
Published: April 23, 2025
Peptide
molecules,
as
fundamental
structural
units
in
biological
systems,
play
pivotal
roles
diverse
processes
and
have
garnered
substantial
attention
biomolecular
self-assembly
research.
Their
simplicity
high
design
flexibility
make
peptides
key
players
the
development
of
novel
biomaterials.
High-resolution
imaging
techniques
provided
profound
insights
into
peptide
assembly.
Recently,
cutting-edge
technologies,
such
super-resolution
microscopy
(SRM)
with
unparalleled
spatiotemporal
resolution,
has
further
advanced
assembly
These
advancements
enable
both
mechanistic
exploration
pathways
rational
peptide-based
functional
materials.
In
this
mini
review,
we
systematically
examine
diversity
assemblies,
including
micelles,
tubes,
particles,
fibers
hydrogel,
investigated
by
various
high-resolution
techniques,
a
focus
on
their
characterization
dynamic
process.
We
also
summarize
interaction
networks
assemblies
proteins,
polymers
microbes,
providing
insight
interactions
between
other
molecules.
Furthermore,
emphasize
transformative
role
addressing
long-standing
challenges
nanotechnology.
anticipate
that
review
will
accelerate
advancement
characterization,
thereby
fostering
creation
next-generation
Angewandte Chemie,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
136(32)
Published: May 17, 2024
Abstract
Dynamic
chemistry
utilizing
both
covalent
and
noncovalent
bonds
provides
valid
protocols
in
manipulating
properties
of
self‐assemblies
functions.
Here
we
employ
dynamic
to
realize
multiple‐route
control
over
supramolecular
chirality
up
five
states.
N‐protected
fluorinated
phenylalanine
the
carboxylate
state
self‐assembled
into
achiral
nanoparticles
ascribed
amphiphilicity.
Protonation
promoted
one‐dimensional
growth
helices
with
shrunk
hydrophilicity,
which
presence
disulfide
pyridine
undergo
inversion
by
hydrogen
bonding‐directed
coassembly.
Further
interacting
water‐soluble
reductant
cleavages
bond
initiate
rearrangement
coassemblies
a
as
well.
Finally,
tuning
pH
environments,
aromatic
nucleophilic
substitution
reaction
between
reduced
products
perfluorinated
occurs,
giving
distinct
chiral
nanoarchitectures
emerged
luminescence
circularly
polarized
luminescence.
We
thus
realized
particular
five‐state
combining
at
one
compound,
greatly
enriches
toolbox
fabricating
responsive
chiroptical
materials.
Small,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Sept. 12, 2024
Abstract
Inherent
luminescent
short
peptides
essentially
provide
opportunities
to
rationally
manipulate
supramolecular
chirality
and
chiral
luminescence.
Herein,
a
facile
protocol
construct
series
of
naphthalimide‐appended
dipeptides
is
reported
that
show
ultrasound
wave‐activated
regulated
by
odd‐even
law.
Naphthalimide
luminophores
are
conjugated
the
dipeptide
skeleton
with
variable
alkyl
spacers.
The
presence
tyrosine
interferes
kinetic
aggregation
into
achiral
nanoparticles
without
transfer
scale.
However,
treatment
initiates
nanoparticle‐to‐helix
transition
accompanied
appeared
optics,
including
Cotton
effect
circularly
polarized
luminescence
(CPL).
parameters,
handedness
helices
chiroptical
behaviors,
follow
law
spacers
in
bearing
non‐substituted
naphthalimides.
amine‐substitution
boosted
quantum
yields
whereas
no
effect.
two
types
constituted
ideal
energy
pairs
enable
efficient
as
well
transportation
containing
substituted
This
work
sheds
light
on
construction
applications
precise
control
over
Biomacromolecules,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
25(11), P. 6967 - 6986
Published: Oct. 17, 2024
Supramolecular
peptide
hydrogels
(SPHs)
consist
of
peptides
containing
hydrogelators
and
functional
epitopes,
which
can
first
self-assemble
into
nanofibers
then
physically
entangle
together
to
form
dynamic
three-dimensional
networks.
Their
porous
structures,
excellent
bioactivity,
high
dynamicity,
similar
an
extracellular
matrix
(ECM),
have
great
potential
in
artificial
ECM.
The
properties
the
hydrogel
are
largely
dependent
on
peptides.
noncovalent
interactions
among
drive
formation
assemblies
further
transition
hydrogels,
while
bioactive
epitopes
modulate
cell-cell
cell-ECM
interactions.
Therefore,
SPHs
support
cell
growth,
making
them
ideal
biomaterials
for
ECM
mimics.
This
Review
outlines
classical
molecular
design
from
summarizes
recent
advancements
as
ECMs
nervous
system
repair,
wound
healing,
bone
cartilage
regeneration,
organoid
culture.
emerging
SPH
platform
could
provide
alternative
strategy
developing
more
effective
tissue
engineering.