ChemEngineering,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
8(6), P. 111 - 111
Published: Nov. 1, 2024
Although
the
most
promising
applications
of
ionogels
require
their
contact
with
aqueous
media,
few
data
are
available
on
stability
upon
exposure
to
water.
In
this
paper,
a
simple,
easy-to-setup
and
precise
method
is
presented,
which
was
developed
based
continuous
conductivity
measurements
an
phase,
study
washout
imidazolium
ionic
liquids
(IL)
from
various
silica-based
immersed
in
The
accuracy
verified
using
HPLC,
its
reproducibility
confirmed,
systematic
errors
were
estimated.
experimental
show
rapid
almost
complete
(>90%
5
h)
hydrophilic
IL
(1-butyl-3-methylimidazolium
dicyanamide)
TMOS-derived
silica
ionogel.
To
lower
rate
degree
washout,
several
approaches
analysed,
including
decreasing
content
ionogels,
monolithic
form
instead
powder,
constructing
by
gelation
liquid,
ageing
after
sol–gel
synthesis
both
hydrophobic
silica.
All
these
inhibited
washout;
lowest
level
achieved
~14%
24
h.
Insights
into
ionogels’
structure
composition,
complementary
methods
(XRD,
TGA,
FTIR,
SEM,
NMR
nitrogen
adsorption),
revealed
mechanism,
shown
be
governed
three
main
processes:
diffusion
(1)
(2)
water,
(3)
dissolution
Washout
follow
pseudo-second-order
kinetics,
kinetic
constants
being
range
0.007–0.154
mol−1·s−1.
Polymers,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
17(4), P. 542 - 542
Published: Feb. 19, 2025
Flexible
sensors
are
revolutionizing
wearable
and
implantable
devices,
with
conductive
hydrogels
emerging
as
key
materials
due
to
their
biomimetic
structure,
biocompatibility,
tunable
transparency,
stimuli-responsive
electrical
properties.
However,
fragility
limited
durability
pose
significant
challenges
for
broader
applications.
Drawing
inspiration
from
the
self-healing
capabilities
of
natural
organisms
like
mussels,
researchers
embedding
self-repair
mechanisms
into
improve
reliability
lifespan.
This
review
highlights
recent
advances
in
(SH)
hydrogels,
focusing
on
synthesis
methods,
healing
mechanisms,
strategies
enhance
multifunctionality.
It
also
explores
wide-ranging
applications,
including
vivo
signal
monitoring,
biochemical
sensors,
supercapacitors,
flexible
displays,
triboelectric
nanogenerators,
bioelectronics.
While
progress
has
been
made,
remain
balancing
efficiency,
mechanical
strength,
sensing
performance.
offers
insights
overcoming
these
obstacles
discusses
future
research
directions
advancing
SH
hydrogel-based
bioelectronics,
aiming
pave
way
durable,
high-performance
devices
next-generation
technologies.
ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
16(46), P. 63389 - 63403
Published: Nov. 7, 2024
The
electrospun
nanofiber
membrane
has
demonstrated
great
potential
for
wound
management
due
to
its
porous
structure,
large
surface
area,
mechanical
strength,
and
barrier
properties.
However,
there
is
a
need
develop
transparent
bioactive
nanofibers
with
strong
properties
facilitate
the
monitoring
of
healing
process.
In
this
study,
we
present
an
electrospinning-based
method
creating
(∼80–90%),
(∼11–13
MPa),
Janus
membranes.
innovative
square
pattern
architecture
includes
thin
hydrophobic
polycaprolactone
layer
on
top
hydrophilic
ethylene-vinyl
alcohol
nanofiber,
which
enables
absorption
excess
biofluid
from
exhibits
wettability
water.
Furthermore,
incorporating
5%
chitosan
into
composition
accelerates
process
through
antioxidant
antimicrobial
activity
against
various
bacteria,
including
drug-resistant
strains.
developed
also
demonstrates
skin-repairing
function,
quick
blood
clotting
(around
145
±
12
s),
biocompatibility
keratinocyte
(≥90%),
as
well
in
vitro
cell
migration
(∼24
h).
With
tensile
strength
11–13
MPa,
effectively
adheres
knee
joint
even
after
running
4
km.
These
optimal
make
it
suitable
effective
inspection
process,
without
frequent
dressing
changes.
Langmuir,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Jan. 20, 2025
The
results
of
an
investigation
impact
the
structure
recently
synthesized
bis(trifluoromethylsulfonyl)imide
mono-
and
dicationic
ionic
liquids
on
their
properties
behavior
as
lubricants
for
slippery
liquid
infused
superhydrophobic
coatings
are
presented
a
wide
temperature
range.
In
this
study,
new
approach
based
monitoring
surface
tension
sessile
droplet
top
coating
was
exploited
analysis
evolution
in
prolonged
contact
with
liquid.
It
found
that
continuous
water
flow
property
degradation
according
to
two
different
scenarios.
first
one,
washing
out
lubricant
eventually
led
transition
from
droplets
sliding
them
rolling
establishment
state.
second
scenario
revealed
di-
monocationic
ILs
siloxane
linker
or
both
tails
through
depletion
texture,
increase
angle
value,
loss
properties,
establishing
homogeneous
wetting
regime
by
aqueous
around
140°.
obtained
experimental
data
allowed
concluding
that,
among
studied
ILs,
alkyl
mixed
alkylene/siloxane
better
suitable
application
slippery,
regularly
refilled
surfaces.
Dalton Transactions,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Jan. 1, 2025
This
study
investigated
the
interaction
of
ciprofloxacin
(CIP)
with
three
different
ionic
liquids
(ILs)
featuring
distinct
cationic
residues
(pyrrolidinium,
IL1,
vs.
imidazolium,
IL2,
bis(trifluoromethylsulfonyl)imide
as
counter
anion)
and
anions
bis(trifluoromethylsulfonyl)imide,
hexafluorophosphate,
IL3,
imidazolium
residue)
in
an
aqueous
environment.
A
series
spectroscopic
studies
have
been
performed
to
elucidate
role
ILs
optical
properties
well
aggregation
behavior
CIP.
The
fluorescence
quenching
experiment
indicated
that
IL
a
pyrrolidinium
residue
showed
stronger
binding
CIP,
while
was
preferred
anion.
These
effects
might
be
attributed
complex
formation
mediated
by
charge-pair
cation-π
interactions,
along
hydrogen
bonding.
Stern-Volmer
analysis
confirmed
static
mechanism,
constants
(Kb)
reflecting
affinity
IL1
due
hydrophobic
butyl
group
flexible
cation,
resulting
larger
aggregates.
In
contrast,
IL2
facilitated
π-π
hydrogen-bond
disrupting
CIP
smaller
clusters.
polarizable
nature
its
bond-accepting
ability
enabled
containing
this
anion
compared
hexafluorophosphate-containing
ILs.
Further
pH
6
is
optimum
for
CIP-IL
where
remained
zwitterionic
form.
Increased
temperature
strength
diminished
efficiency,
consistent
reduced
stability
complexes
under
such
conditions.
Regenerative Biomaterials,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
12
Published: Jan. 1, 2025
Abstract
Neurological
injuries
and
diseases
are
a
leading
cause
of
disability
worldwide,
underscoring
the
urgent
need
for
effective
therapies.
Neural
regaining
enhancement
therapies
seen
as
most
promising
strategies
restoring
neural
function,
offering
hope
individuals
affected
by
these
conditions.
Despite
their
promise,
path
from
animal
research
to
clinical
application
is
fraught
with
challenges.
Neuroengineering,
particularly
through
use
biomaterials,
has
emerged
key
field
that
paving
way
innovative
solutions
It
seeks
understand
treat
neurological
disorders,
unravel
nature
consciousness,
explore
mechanisms
memory
brain’s
relationship
behavior,
tissue
engineering,
interfaces
targeted
drug
delivery
systems.
These
including
both
natural
synthetic
types,
designed
replicate
cellular
environment
brain,
thereby
facilitating
repair.
This
review
aims
provide
comprehensive
overview
biomaterials
in
neuroengineering,
highlighting
functional
across
basic
practice.
covers
recent
developments
biomaterial-based
products,
2D
3D
bioprinted
scaffolds
cell
organoid
culture,
brain-on-a-chip
systems,
biomimetic
electrodes
brain–computer
interfaces.
also
explores
artificial
synapses
networks,
discussing
applications
modeling
microenvironments
repair
regeneration,
modulation
manipulation
integration
traditional
Chinese
medicine.
serves
guide
role
advancing
neuroengineering
solutions,
providing
insights
into
ongoing
efforts
bridge
gap
between
innovation
application.
The
rapid
increase
in
the
number
of
stimuli-responsive
polymers,
also
known
as
smart
has
significantly
advanced
their
applications
various
fields.
These
polymers
can
respond
to
multiple
stimuli,
such
temperature,
pH,
solvent,
ionic
strength,
light,
and
electrical
magnetic
fields,
making
them
highly
valuable
both
academic
industrial
sectors.
Recent
studies
have
focused
on
developing
hydrogels
with
self-healing
properties
that
autonomously
recover
structural
integrity
mechanical
after
damage.
hydrogels,
formed
through
dynamic
covalent
reactions,
exhibit
superior
biocompatibility,
responsiveness
particularly
pH
changes.
However,
conventional
are
limited
by
weak
brittle
nature.
To
address
this,
ionizable
moieties
within
polyelectrolytes
be
tuned
create
ionically
cross-linked
leveraging
natural
alginate,
chitosan,
hyaluronic
acid,
cellulose.
integration
liquids
into
these
enhances
conductivity,
positioning
significant
agents.
This
review
focuses
emerging
field
ionic-based
explores
potential
dermal
tissue
engineering.
Gels,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
11(3), P. 202 - 202
Published: March 14, 2025
Gel
electrolyte-gated
organic
electrochemical
transistors
(OECTs)
are
promising
bioelectronic
devices
known
for
their
high
transconductance,
low
operating
voltage,
and
integration
with
biological
systems.
Despite
extensive
research
on
the
performance
of
OECTs,
a
precise
model
defining
dependence
OECT
gel
electrolytes
is
still
lacking.
In
this
work,
we
refine
device
to
comprehensively
account
electrical
double
layer
(EDL)’s
capacitance
electrolyte.
Both
experimental
data
theoretical
calculations
indicate
that
maximum
transconductance
contingent
upon
ion
concentration,
drain
scan
rate,
highlighting
strong
correlation
between
hydrogel
Overall,
serves
as
tool
improving
enabling
further
development
devices.
Gels,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
11(4), P. 219 - 219
Published: March 21, 2025
Magnetic
ionogels,
a
category
of
hybrid
materials
consisting
magnetic
nanoparticles
and
ionic
liquids,
have
garnered
significant
interest
owing
to
their
remarkable
attributes,
including
tunability,
flexibility,
reactivity
external
fields.
These
provide
distinctive
amalgamation
the
benefits
both
resulting
in
improved
efficacy
across
many
applications.
ionogels
may
be
readily
controlled
using
fields,
rendering
them
suitable
for
drug
administration,
biosensing,
soft
robotics,
actuators.
The
capacity
incorporate
these
into
dynamic
systems
presents
novel
opportunities
development
responsive,
intelligent
capable
real-time
environmental
adaptation.
Nonetheless,
despite
promising
potential
problems
persist,
optimization
particle
dispersion,
enhancement
ionogel
mechanical
strength,
improvement
long-term
stability.
This
review
comprehensive
examination
syntheses,
characteristics,
uses
emphasizing
breakthroughs
persistent
within
domain.
We
examine
recent
advancements
prospective
research
trajectories
aimed
at
enhancing
design
practical
applications
diverse
biomedical
uses,
sensors,
next-generation
seeks
elucidate
present
status
influence
on
science
engineering.