Shape‐Memory Effect of Micro‐/Nanoparticles from Thermoplastic Multiblock Copolymers

The miniaturization and retained full shape-memory functionality with particle switching to different predefined shapes is reported for semi-crystalline multiblock copolymer matrices with all dimensions in the low micrometer-range. A matrix size-induced reduction of crystallinity suggests limitations of functionality in the low nanometer range. Applications as actuators in microdevices or as microcarriers with switchable shapes for modulated biorecognition are suggested. As a service to our authors and readers, this journal provides supporting information supplied by the authors. Such materials are peer reviewed and may be re-organized for online delivery, but are not copy-edited or typeset. Technical support issues arising from supporting information (other than missing files) should be addressed to the authors. 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.