Controlling interfacial interactions of supramolecular assemblies by light-responsive overcrowded alkenes

Abstract

A light-responsive supramolecular polymer was constructed by an AB-type monomer containing a light-responsive overcrowded alkene. The primary assemblies of the supramolecular polymer can further undertake secondary self-assembly by interfacial host–guest connections, which can be manipulated by light stimuli to convert into discrete primary assemblies.