A novel hydrogel (TempGel(NP)) was synthesized through template polymerization of phenylboronic-acid-coated nanoparticles with tris(hydroxymethyl)methyl acrylamide (THMAAm). This process forms dynamic boronic ester crosslinks, creating a highly dense and uniform three-dimensional network. The innovative structure exhibits reversible thermal responsiveness, enabling rapid bond dissociation and reformation upon temperature changes. The dense packing around nanoparticles minimizes molecular diffusion, ensuring superior self-healing, high thermal hysteresis, and tunable viscoelastic properties. This innovative design provides a robust platform for advanced applications in smart materials, biomedical devices and responsive hydrogels.
- Mahmoud H. Othman
- Yoshihiro Ito
- Jun Akimoto
