Simulating dynamic bonding in soft materials

Current Opinion in Colloid & Interface Science 2026 Open access

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Authors: Tyla R. Holoman, B. P. Prajwal, Glen M. Hocky, Thomas M. Truskett
DOI: 10.1016/j.cocis.2026.102019
Cited by: 1
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Abstract

Dynamic bonding is an essential feature of many soft materials. Molecular simulations have proven to be a powerful tool for modeling bonding kinetics and thermodynamics in these materials, providing insights into their properties that cannot be obtained by experiments alone. Here, we review recent advances in modeling dynamic bonding in soft matter via molecular dynamics, Monte Carlo, and hybrid simulation methods, highlighting outstanding challenges and future directions.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Material Dynamics and Properties Crystallography and molecular interactions Advanced Physical and Chemical Molecular Interactions

Publication details

Journal / source
Current Opinion in Colloid & Interface Science
Publisher
Elsevier BV
Volume
83
Pages
102019–102019
Publication date
9 April 2026
Language
EN