Controlling the shape and self-assembly of anisotropic colloidal systems is essential for developing heterogeneous liquid crystalline materials with adjustable properties and functions. This study utilizes stimuli-responsive, photothermal manipulation to achieve reversible, sub-micron control of individual colloidal condensates, known as tactoids, allowing for processes such as cutting, healing, and information storage.
- Dongdong Lin
- Hamed Almohammadi
- Raffaele Mezzenga
