How Do Stimuli Responsive Polymers Work in Catalysis?
In catalysis, stimuli responsive polymers can either act as catalysts themselves or as supports for other catalytic agents. Their responsive nature allows for the dynamic modulation of catalytic activity, selectivity, and stability. For instance, a temperature-responsive polymer can alter its conformation or solubility in response to temperature changes, thereby influencing the accessibility of catalytic sites or the diffusion of reactants and products.
