Structural remodeling of cationic micelles through methyl salicylate encapsulation: insights from SANS and cryo-TEM

Key Points

• Structural remodeling occurs in cationic micelles due to methyl salicylate encapsulation, enhancing their functionality.
• Analysis shows significant changes in micelle morphology with encapsulated methyl salicylate, indicating a transformation.
• Assessment using small-angle neutron scattering and cryo-transmission electron microscopy reveals structural insights.
• These findings may enable better design of drug delivery systems utilizing micelle structures for therapeutic purposes.