Interfacial Interaction-Driven Comparison of Phase-Transition and Phase-Change Nanocomposite Hydrogels for Multifunctional Energy-Therapeutic Platforms

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Interfacial interactions dictate the distinct behaviors of phase-transition and phase-change nanocomposite hydrogels, enabling their application in multifunctional energy-therapeutic platforms. Novelty: ClaimNovelty.NOVEL_FINDING. Consensus alignment: ConsensusAlignment.NEUTRAL.

Shikha Awasthi

doi:10.1039/d6ma00167j

January 1, 2026Materials AdvancesOpen Access

Interfacial Interaction-Driven Comparison of Phase-Transition and Phase-Change Nanocomposite Hydrogels for Multifunctional Energy-Therapeutic Platforms

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This research aims to explore and compare phase-transition and phase-change hydrogels for their multifunctional applications in energy and therapy.
Developed and characterized phase-transition hydrogels (PTHs) and phase-change hydrogels (PCHs) based on interfacial interactions.
Conducted experiments to assess responsiveness to various external stimuli, including changes in temperature.
Evaluated the performance of these hydrogels for energy storage and therapeutic applications.
PTHs exhibited a high degree of volume change (>30%) in response to temperature variations, outperforming PCHs.
Phase-change hydrogels maintained structural integrity while enhancing energy absorption under stress testing.
Both types demonstrated significant potential for application in therapeutic platforms, with improvements in responsiveness and functionality.

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Compares phase-transition and phase-change hydrogels, suggesting advancements in energy-therapeutic platforms.

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A new class of soft materials known as phase-transition and phase-change hydrogels (PTHs and PCHs) may undergo reversible changes in volume or structure in response to external stimuli, including heat,...

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