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Multicomponent supramolecular polymers offer versatile dynamic and functional properties; however, the influence of the monomer chemical structures on their structure-dynamics-function relationship remains unclear. In this study, we investigated the subtle variations in monomer interactions using one monomer and its two dopant derivatives, with functionalization away from the self-assembling core. We systematically investigated their multicomponent supramolecular polymers using a combination of spectroscopy and super-resolution microscopy. Our results highlight the significant impact of the supplementary intermolecular interactions, resulting from the functional motifs located away from the core and present in small quantities, on the microstructure and dynamics. Thus, a comprehensive approach, combining spectroscopy, microscopy, and well-designed experiments, is essential for assessing multicomponent supramolecular polymers. These findings have implications for the rational design of functional multicomponent supramolecular materials. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Adenosine triphosphate (ATP) is a molecular unit of energy that drives various processes in the cellular environment. In this Minireview, we discuss the potential of physical and chemical properties of ATP for the development of bio‐inspired, synthetic ATP‐induced supramolecular systems with dynamic, stimuli‐responsive and active assembly characteristics. Molecular design rules for ATP‐induced assemblies with various architectures and their stimuli‐responsive structural and functional response are categorized. Special attention is given to the immense potential of ATP‐fuelled designs in the nascent field of transient/non‐equilibrium supramolecular polymerization for the synthesis of lifelike temporally programmable soft materials. Finally, the existing dearth and fate of ATP‐driven systems for future challenges are discussed. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Transient supramolecular self‐assembly has evolved as a tool to create temporally programmable smart materials. Yet, so far single‐component self‐assembly has been mostly explored. In contrast, multicomponent self‐assembly provides an opportunity to create unique nanostructures exhibiting complex functional outcomes, newer and different than individual components. Even two‐component can result in multiple organizations, such as self‐sorted domains or co‐assembled heterostructures, can occur, thus making it highly complex to predict and reversibly modulate these microstructures. In this study, we attempted to create active bicomponent nanoparticle assemblies of orthogonally pH‐responsive‐group‐functionalized gold and cadmium selenide nanoparticles with temporal microstructural control on their composition (self‐sorted or co‐assembly) in order to harvest their emergent transient photocatalytic activity by coupling to temporal changes in pH. Moving towards multicomponent systems can deliver next level control in terms of structural and functional outcomes of supramolecular systems. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Dissipative systems, that constantly consume energy for sustenance, are ubiquitous and essential to life. In synthetic systems, the phenomenon promises emergent properties and different structure from the ones existing at thermodynamic equilibrium. It can create reconfigurable and temporally programmable life‐like smart materials. In this study, we attempt to create reconfigurable, temporally programmable self‐assembly using the redox chemistry of a core‐substituted naphthalene diimide derivative. As a result, transient reconfiguration of supramolecular assembly from vesicle to sheet along with transient fluorescence switching with fuel‐dependent lifetime is attained. We believe that such a design strategy can advance the synthesis of active, adaptive and autonomous materials. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Plants play an important role in the well-being of human beings and have been witnessed by their presence in the Rigveda and Ayurveda. Among those plants, Morus spp. is the one having versatile nature because of the presence of numerous phytochemicals in its different parts and also termed as 'Kalpa Vruksha'. A wide range of the phytochemicals present in the leaves, fruit, root and wood of Morus because of which they possess wide range of biological functions (antidiabetic, antiobesity, antiinflammatory, anticancer, antibacterial, antioxidant, antiviral, cytoprotective and neuroprotective activities etc.). The plant is being utilised traditionally for development of different food products as well as treatment of various diseases. Recently, the researchers took a shift for the efficient utilisation of different parts of the plant for development of various value-added food products. The fruit-based products includes wine, vinegar, jelly, jam, biscuits, bread, squash, yoghurt, cosmetic cream, whereas, leaf-based products includes tea, toothpaste, pastry etc. However, the plant is still lacking its identity at the commercial scale. However, at commercial scale, a kind concern of the industrialists is required towards its effective and efficient utilisation as food, feed and value-added products with the aim to make it available throughout the year. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]