Dendrimers: a review of their appeal and applications

被引:168
作者
Dykes, GM [1 ]
机构
[1] Univ York, Dept Chem, York YO10 5DD, N Yorkshire, England
关键词
dendrimer; supramolecular; self-assembly; microenvironment; molecular recognition; Messel Scholar;
D O I
10.1002/jctb.464
中图分类号
Q81 [生物工程学(生物技术)]; Q93 [微生物学];
学科分类号
071005 ; 0836 ; 090102 ; 100705 ;
摘要
Dendrimer chemistry is one of the most fascinating and rapidly expanding areas of modern chemistry. This review attempts to uncover the appeal of these structurally-perfect branched macromolecules. The three intriguing regions of a dendritic molecule are discussed: the multifunctional surface, the tailored sanctuary within the branches, and the encapsulated core. The advantages of dendritic structures for property modification, and their potential applications in very diverse areas are illustrated. The exciting merger of dendrimer chemistry with self-assembly offers new, stimulating avenues for exploration. Consequently, self-assembling dendrimers comprise a major section of this article. (C) 2001 Society of Chemical Industry.
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页码:903 / 918
页数:16
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