Nonspherical Polymer Nano/Micro Particles: A Guide to Shape Engineering

Jeremiah James; Emma Leung; Rong Yang

doi:10.1039/d5cc06934c

January 1, 2026Chemical CommunicationsOpen Access

Nonspherical Polymer Nano/Micro Particles: A Guide to Shape Engineering

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Key Points

To explore the advantages of nonspherical polymer particles in various applications, particularly drug delivery.
Review of existing literature on polymer nanoparticles and their shapes.
Analysis of applications leveraging shape engineering in materials and delivery systems.
Comparison of performance between spherical and nonspherical particles.
Nonspherical particles demonstrate superior performance in targeted drug delivery.
Shape engineering can optimize the mechanical properties of polymer materials.
Applications in construction can benefit from enhanced strength and lightweight properties.

Implication

This guide examines shape engineering in polymer particles, enhancing performance in various applications.

Abstract

Polymer micro- and nanoparticles underpin applications from drug delivery to building materials, yet virtually all commercial grades of polymer particles are spherical, forfeiting the performance gains unlocked by shape engineering....

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