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Smart windows capable of simultaneously regulating light and providing electromagnetic interference (EMI) shielding represent an emerging frontier in functional building materials. Herein, a novel conductive hydrogel (PAM-MS-Mo-NaCl) is developed to integrate photochromic behavior, optical transparence and excellent EMI shielding effectiveness (SE) in a single system. By incorporating ammonium molybdate and sodium chloride, the material achieves rapid, reversible photochromic switching under UV irradiation while attaining an EMI SE of 42.9 dB in the X-band when its thickness is only 1.8 mm. The ratio of SE and thickness for the hydrogels with a transmittance of 82% reaches 238.3 dB cm-1, exceeding those of the reported transparent and ionic conductive hydrogels. Furthermore, the hydrogel demonstrates robust mechanical properties (fracture stress of 39.9 kPa and elongation at break of 97%) and stable shielding performance after repeated deformation. This work presents a multifunctional hydrogel that merges adaptive optical regulation with efficient electromagnetic protection, offering a promising material strategy for next-generation smart windows and advanced transparent shielding applications.

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Nanoparticle (NP) morphology holds significant importance in nanomedicine, particularly concerning its implications for biological responses. This study investigates the impact of synthesizing polymers with varying degrees of methionine (MET) polymerization on three distinct drug delivery systems: spherical micelles, worm-like micelles, and vesicles, all loaded with the photosensitizer chlorin e6 (Ce6). We analyzed their distribution at both cellular and animal levels, revealing how NP morphology influences cellular uptake, subcellular localization, penetration of multicellular spheroids, blood half-life, and biodistributions across major organs. Employing a physiologically based pharmacokinetic (PBPK) model enabled us to simulate diverse distribution patterns and quantify the targeting efficiency of NPs toward tumors. Our investigation elucidates that spherical micelles exhibit lower accumulation levels within the reticuloendothelial system, potentially mitigating adverse side effects despite their higher glomerular filtration rate. This nuanced understanding underscores the complex interplay between NP morphology and biological responses, providing valuable insights into optimizing therapeutic efficacy while minimizing undesirable effects. We thus report the integration of experimental analyses with PBPK modeling to elucidate the topological characteristics of NP, thereby shedding light on their distribution patterns, therapeutic efficacy, and potential side effects.

JTD Keywords: Drug, Nanorod, Polymersomes, Strategies