Stimuli-responsive polymeric materials for human health applications |
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Authors: | Molla R Islam Yongfeng Gao Xue Li Qiang Matthew Zhang Menglian Wei Michael J Serpe |
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Institution: | 1. Department of Chemistry, University of Alberta, Edmonton, AB, T6G 2G2, Canada
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Abstract: | Stimuli-responsive polymers have the extraordinary ability to change their physical and/or chemical state after they “detect” a change in their environment; their response depends dramatically on their chemical composition. This property has been used for a plethora of applications; this review highlights their utility for human health. Specifically, this review will highlight efforts in the areas of sensing and biosensing, antimicrobial/antifouling coatings, tissue engineering and regenerative medicine, and drug delivery. Specific examples are given in each of these areas, with some focus on our work engineering poly(N-isopropylacrylamide)-based microgels and other responsive systems. |
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Keywords: | Responsive polymers Poly(Nisopropylacrylamide) Sensing and biosensing Drug delivery Antibacterial coatings Tissue engineering and regenerative medicine |
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