UV light- and thermo-responsive hierarchical assemblies based on the inclusion complexation of β-cyclodextrin and azobenzene

UV light and thermo-responsive hierarchical assemblies have been achieved based on the inclusion complexation between beta-cyclodextrin and azobenzene. The conformation and morphology of the hierarchical assemblies were modulatable through external stimuli. These hierarchical assemblies have the advantages of their unique structure and precisely adjusted dual responses.