Multiple-Temperature-Responsive Double- and Triple-Network Hydrogels

Abstract

Back Cover: Hydrogels, exhibiting dual- or triple-volume transitions upon passing below or above two different lower critical solution temperatures (LCST), two different upper critical solution temperatures (UCST), or a LCST and an UCST, are achieved by preparing multiple-network hydrogels with two temperature-responsive polymer networks. The superhydrophilic polymer network, formed as the first network, leads to a significant difference in swelling or shrinkage of the triple-network hydrogels. More details can be found in article 2400859 by Supissra Boon-in and Daniel Crespy.