Tuning the viscoelasticity of sugar–silicone polymers using caramelization

Chemical Communications 2026 Open access

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Authors: Andrea Heugenhauser, Emily K. Lu, Kyle Faiczak, Daniel J. Hrabowyj, Michael A. Brook
DOI: 10.1039/d5cc05934h
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Abstract

hydrogen-bonding among sugar moieties. Catalyst-free caramelization enables programmed, permanent adjustment of these properties by first reducing the OH content on the sugar moieties, which initially lowers viscosity, followed by oligomerization to form viscoelastic materials.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Polysaccharides Composition and Applications Hydrogels: synthesis properties applications Rheology and Fluid Dynamics Studies

Publication details

Journal / source
Chemical Communications
Volume
62
Issue
17
Pages
5064–5067
Publication date
1 January 2026
Language
EN