Hierarchical Dynamics in the Morphological Evolution from Micelles to Giant Vesicles Induced by Hydrolysis of an Amphiphile

Lipid world: A sequential evolution from micelles to nested giant vesicles (see picture) is successfully achieved by using a hydrolyzable amphiphile. Furthermore, associated with the hydrolysis of the amphiphile, the aggregates in an aqueous dispersion show dynamic transformation from spheres to cylinders, plates and capsules at both nanometer and micrometer levels. Supporting information for this article is available on the WWW under http://www.wiley-vch.de/contents/jc_2267/2006/z600176_s.html or from the author. Please note: The publisher is not responsible for the content or functionality of any supporting information supplied by the authors. Any queries (other than missing content) should be directed to the corresponding author for the article.