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Advances in the Application of Intelligent Responsive Polymer Materials in Environmental Monitoring

Jialong Li

Abstract


Intelligent responsive polymer materials (IRPMs), also known as smart polymers, are functional materials that exhibit reversible
or irreversible physical/chemical changes in response to external stimuli such as temperature, pH, light, ions, and biomolecules. Due to their
unique responsiveness, biocompatibility, and ease of modification, IRPMs have garnered significant attention in environmental monitoring.
This paper systematically reviews the classification and response mechanisms of IRPMs, with a focus on recent advances in their application
for detecting heavy metal ions, organic pollutants, microplastics, and environmental parameters (e.g., temperature, pH, and humidity). It also
discusses the current technical challenges and future development trends, aiming to provide a reference for further research and practical application of IRPMs in environmental monitoring.

Keywords


Intelligent responsive polymer materials; Environmental monitoring; Pollutant detection; Stimulus response; Application progress

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DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.70711/frim.v4i5.9398

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