A Critical Review of Palladium Nanoparticles Decorated in Smart Microgels

Palladium nanoparticles (Pd) combined with smart polymer microgels have attracted significant interest in the past decade. These hybrid materials have unique properties that make them appealing for various applications in biology, environmental remediation, and catalysis. The responsive nature of the microgels in these hybrids holds great promise for a wide range of applications. The literature contains diverse morphologies and architectures of Pd nanoparticle-based hybrid microgels, and the architecture of these hybrids plays a vital role in determining their potential uses. Therefore, specific Pd nanoparticle-based hybrid microgels are designed for specific applications. This report provides an overview of recent advancements in the classification, synthesis, properties, characterization, and uses of Pd nanostructures loaded into microgels. Additionally, the report discusses the latest progress in biomedical, catalytic, environmental, and sensing applications of Pd-based hybrid microgels in a tutorial manner.

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The combination of palladium nanoparticles and smart polymer microgels has attracted significant interest due to their unique properties and potential applications in various fields. The responsive nature of microgels in these hybrids holds great promise for a wide range of uses. The architecture of these hybrid microgels plays a vital role in determining their specific applications.