Self-assembly of cross-linked beta-cyclodextrin nanocapsules.
Stirring of perthiolated beta-cyclodextrin in water yields cross-linked hollow capsules ca. 50 nm in diameter, which can be used for encapsulation and controlled release of large molecules as shown using Reichardt's dye.
Jones
Leonie C
LC
Department of Chemistry, The University of York, York, UK YO10 5DD.
Lackowski
William M
WM
Vasilyeva
Yulia
Y
Wilson
Karen
K
Chechik
Victor
V
D003432:Cross-Linking Reagents / Q000737:chemistry*; D018625:Microscopy, Atomic Force; D008954:Models, Biological; D053769:Nanocapsules / Q000737:chemistry*; D012995:Solubility; D013997:Time Factors; D014867:Water / Q000737:chemistry; D047392:beta-Cyclodextrins / Q000737:chemistry*
D003432:Cross-Linking Reagents; D053769:Nanocapsules; D047392:beta-Cyclodextrins; D014867:Water; C031215:betadex