The self-assembly of anisotropic smart materials is a dynamic and evolving field that combines the principles of self-assembly with the responsive nature of smart materials. These materials are designed to change their properties or behavior in response to external stimuli, such as temperature, pH, light, electric or magnetic fields, and mechanical forces. The anisotropic nature of these materials means that they exhibit direction-dependent properties, which can be crucial for applications in areas like sensors, actuators,and responsive coatings.

The advancements in anisotropic materials are a significant area of research and development, with a focus on enhancing the properties and expanding the applications of these materials. Herein we will focus on the design, synthesis, and application of anisotropic smart materials based on self-assembly behaviors. This is a complex process that involves the careful design of molecular building blocks and the control of assembly conditions to achieve the desired anisotropic structures and materials. The ability to control these materials with external stimuli opens up a wide range of possibilities for creating materials with tailored properties for specific applications. As research progresses, we can expect to see more sophisticated designs and applications of these materials, leveraging their unique combination of anisotropic properties and smart responsiveness.

We welcome Original Research, Review, Mini Review and Perspective articles on themes including, but not limited to:

•Advanced liquid crystal-based smart materials.

•Design, synthesis and characterization of self-assembly behavior of anisotropic materials.

•Studies of anisotropic materials assembly in solution, in the bulk and on surfaces.

•Development of novel stimuli-responsive anisotropic materials with tailored characteristics through self-assembly.

•Intelligent applications of anisotropic smart materials.

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Self-assembly of Anisotropic Smart Materials