DNA introduces an independent temperature responsiveness to thermosensitive microgels and enables switchable plasmon coupling as well as controlled uptake and release

DNA-microgel hybrid systems with dual thermal responsiveness are suited for programmed and reversible uptake and release of molecular and nanoparticulate guest compounds in biological environments.

Preparation and characterization of Ag–Pd bimetallic nano-catalysts in thermosensitive microgel nano-reactor

Thermosensitive microgels with PS core and cross-linked PNIPA shell were synthesized as nano-reactor to prepare Ag–Pd bimetallic nanoparticles.

Towards the development of multifunctional hybrid fibrillary gels: production and optimization by colloidal electrospinning

The incorporation of thermosensitive microgels that can act as active sites into polymeric fibers through colloidal electrospinning originates multifunctional, highly porous, and biocompatible membranes suitable for biomedical applications.

Controlling the resolution and duration of pulsatile release from injectable magnetic ‘plum-pudding’ nanocomposite hydrogels

Injectable hydrogel nanocomposites with entrapped SPIONs, thermosensitive microgels, and model drugs generate heat when an alternating magnetic field is applied, causing the microgels to deswell and create pore space to promote enhanced drug release.