Abstract
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.
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