Author： Vancoillie Gertjan Hoogenboom Richard
Publisher： MDPI
E-ISSN： 1424-8220|16|10|1736-1736
ISSN： 1424-8220
Source： Sensors, Vol.16, Iss.10, 2016-10, pp. : 1736-1736
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Abstract
Boronic acid-containing (co)polymers have fascinated researchers for decades, garnering attention for their unique responsiveness toward 1,2- and 1,3-diols, including saccharides and nucleotides. The applications of materials that exert this property are manifold including sensing, but also self-regulated drug delivery systems through responsive membranes or micelles. In this review, some of the main applications of boronic acid containing (co)polymers are discussed focusing on the role of the boronic acid group in the response mechanism. We hope that this summary, which highlights the importance and potential of boronic acid-decorated polymeric materials, will inspire further research within this interesting field of responsive polymers and polymeric materials.
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