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We wanted to demonstrate that the presence of the LMWG added function to these self-propelled gel beads. We therefore focused on dye recovery/adsorption. Hydrogels are particularly suitable materials for this purpose, as they are porous, compatible with environmentally relevant aqueous media, and the nanostructured fibrillar materials have high effective surface areas capable of interactions with pollutant species. 22 Most commonly, gels are used to passively adsorb waste such as dyes from water, or are applied in filtration mode. A gel that is capable of motion can potentially access regions that other gels could not reach. 17a- 17c Mobile gels can therefore be considered as scavenger species, capable of using their mobility to drive chemical change with spatial resolution. We have previously demonstrated that DBS-CONHNH 2 can absorb dyes from water with the pH controlling the degree of dye uptake. 19, 23 In this study, we decided to use methylene blue as a model dye because it had the potential to be taken up effectively and visually by the gel – it is also a very widely used high-volume industrially relevant cationic dye with some toxicity concerns. To verify if the gels could support cell growth over a longer period of time, a viability test was performed over 21 days (day 0, 7, 14 and 21) on the gels loaded with lower AgNO 3 loadings (0.00625 and 0.0125 μmol of AgNO 3/mL of gel; Fig. S59, ESI †) and control gels without AgNPs. Pleasingly, the results showed that the cells had good metabolic activity in all of the tested gels for the whole duration of the study. These preliminary biocompatibility tests demonstrate that the DBS-CONHNH 2/GG hybrid gel beads (with or without AgNPs) support the growth of human mesenchymal stem cells over time and could potentially be used in tissue engineering.

Compared with the 2D cut shapes, the gel beads, which have 3D curvature, were intermediate in terms of mobility – similar to the stars, and significantly less than the crescents or circles. We suggest this may be because they are not so effective at releasing EtOH at the surface of the solvent bath compared to the flatter 2D shapes. It is this surface-located ethanol which drives the Marangoni effect responsible for self-propulsion.R. F. Ismagilov, A. Schwartz, N. Bowden, G. M. Whitesides, Angew. Chem. Int. Ed. 2002, 41, 652– 654; J. R. Howse, R. A. L. Jones, A. J. Ryan, G. Tim, V. Reza, G. Ramin, Phys. Rev. Lett. 2007, 99, 048102; Heavier people: Hybrid mattresses can be less suitable for people who are heavier, as the softer layers can compress more under weight, causing them to sink too deeply into the mattress. This can cause discomfort, pressure points, and even affect spinal alignment. In this case, an all-foam or a firmer innerspring mattress may be a better option. Find out more about suitable mattresses for heavier people here. We compared the dye uptake by the differently shaped gels loaded with EtOH and moving within a petri dish of methylene blue (Figures 8d and S37, Table S15). In general, we found that dye uptake roughly correlates with mobility – dye uptake is most effective for the circles (48 % uptake) and crescents (42 % uptake), and less effective for the beads (30 % uptake) and stars (33 % uptake). This suggests that similar factors control dye uptake and ethanol release.

Fig. 6 (a–c) Photographic and TEM images of DBS-CONHNH 2/GG hybrid gel beads loaded with Ag NPs. (d–f) Photographic and TEM images of GG gels loaded with Ag NPs. (g) Graph of Ag NPs size distribution in DBS-CONHNH 2 bulk gel (green), DBS-CONHNH 2/GG hybrid gel beads (red) and gellan gum gel (blue). Generally easier to transport, i.e. still can be vacuumed into a box, so cheaper to deliver (but they’re not “light”).

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The gels obtained using these different triggering methods were fully characterised by a range of techniques. Importantly, in all cases, the hybrid gels were even stiffer than those formed by GG alone, as a result of the interpenetrating LMWG and PG networks. The hybrid DBS-CONHNH 2/GG gels are also significantly stiffer than equivalent hybrid hydrogels previously made with calcium alginate as the PG. 14a,d Furthermore, the enhanced stiffness does not come at the cost of additional sensitivity to shear strain – indeed, the hybrid gels are considerably more stable to shear strain than the GG-only gels. In summary, the presence of the LMWG enhances both the stiffness and shear strain stability of gellan gum. Due to its unique flippable design, the Layla Hybrid offers you two firmness levels in one mattress: medium soft (4) and firm (7). This flexible design accommodates a diverse range of sleepers, ensuring optimal support and pressure relief for most people regardless of body type or preferred sleep position. A cover made from proprietary ArcticTex fabric encases the mattress, which begins with polyfoam quilted into the Euro-top. ArticTex fabric is designed to keep the surface cool to the touch. Next is a layer of proprietary AirFoamICE, a graphite-infused polyfoam meant to conduct heat away from the body to regulate temperature. Our testers noted this layer also gently cradles the body to relieve pressure buildup in the joints. S. Shivalkar, P. K. Gautam, S. Chaudhary, S. K. Samanta, A. K. Sahoo, J. Environ. Manage. 2021, 281, 111750. h) B. C. Baker, I. German, G. C. Stevens, H. M. Colquhoun and W. Hayes, RSC Adv., 2018, 8, 41445 RSC;

To quantify the amount of LMWG loaded into each gel bead, we performed a simple 1H NMR experiment, as previously described for our DBS-CONHNH 2/alginate beads. 5a Ten gel beads prepared as described above were dried under high vacuum. 1H NMR of the solid beads dissolved in [D 6]DMSO in the presence of a known amount of acetonitrile as an internal standard, allowed quantification of the LMWG by comparison of the integrals of the DBS-CONHNH 2 aromatic peaks to that of acetonitrile (Figure S4). This experiment indicated that each gel bead incorporated 99 % of the expected DBS-CONHNH 2. If, instead, the intact gel beads were studied by 1H NMR in D 2O, no signal was observed for either agarose or DBS-CONHNH 2, demonstrating that both components are fully assembled into a solid-like form. This is important because unlike blending a simple additive with the PG, the self-assembly of the LMWG into a “solid-like” nanoscale network limits leaching from the beads, and helps fix this network within the hybrid system. Another positive aspect of the Simba Hybrid Pro is that it is available in all standard UK sizes, including Single, Double, King, and Super King.. In addition, the mattress comes with a 200-night (7 months) trial period, which allows you to try it out for an extended period and decide if it’s right or not. It’s one of the most comfortable mattresses I’ve tested (see my Nectar comparison here vs Emma mattress) Not quite as firm as a Simba, it hits a perfect middle ground that should appeal to a wide range of people and cater to a range of different sleeping positions. It isn’t a hybrid mattress, once again, but it’s still worthy of consideration. Most hybrids regulate temperature well because their coil systems promote steady airflow. Ventilated comfort layers and breathable cover fabrics can further boost a hybrid’s cooling properties. We’ve found latex retains less heat than foam, so latex hybrids tend to provide the best temperature control. PricingGels are ideal for creating self-propelled machines as a result of their solvent compatibility, porous structures and ability to encapsulate and release molecules in a controlled manner. Motile gel beads with their own source of propulsion have potential uses in bio-nanotechnology and medicine, where they can explore their surroundings, and deliver bioactive systems. 16 Alternatively, they can be useful in environmental applications where they can physically explore confined spaces, removing, delivering or sensing chemical entities in their surroundings. 17 Polymer gels have been widely explored in this regard, but surprisingly, to the best of our knowledge, self-assembling LMWGs have not been incorporated into self-propelling systems. D. K. Smith, “Applications of Supramolecular Gels”, in: Molecular Gels: Structure and Dynamics (Ed.: R. G. Weiss), Royal Society of Chemistry, Cambridge, 2018, pp. 300– 371. a) SEM image of a whole gel bead (scale bar: 500 μm); b) SEM image of the gel bead surface (scale bar: 5 μm). c) Cross-section of a gel bead imaged by SEM (scale bar: 1 μm). d) Cross section of a gel bead embedded into resin, stained with toluidine blue and imaged by optical microscopy (scale bar: 500 μm).