Crosslinker‐Induced Effects on the Gelation Pathway of a Low Molecular Weight Hydrogel
- 24 January 2017
- journal article
- research article
- Published by Wiley in Advanced Materials
- Vol. 29 (12)
Abstract
The use of polymeric crosslinkers is an attractive method to modify the mechanical properties of supramolecular materials, but their effects on the self-assembly of the underlying supramolecular polymer networks are poorly understood. Modulation of the gelation pathway of a reaction-coupled low molecular weight hydrogelator is demonstrated using (bio)polymeric crosslinkers of disparate physicochemical identities, providing a handle for control over materials properties.Keywords
Funding Information
- Nederlandse Organisatie voor Wetenschappelijk Onderzoek
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