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Properties and applications of precision oligomer materials; where organic and polymer chemistry join forces
Precise oligomeric materials constitute a growing area of research with implications for various applications as well as fundamental studies. Notably, this field of science which can be termed macroâorganic chemistry, draws inspiration from both traditional polymer chemistry and organic synthesis, combining the molecular precision of organic chemistry with the materials properties of macromolecules. Discrete oligomers enable access to unprecedented materials properties, for example, in selfâassembled structures, crystallization, or optical properties. The degree of control over oligomer structures resembles many biological systems and enables the design of materials with tailored properties and the development of fundamental structureâproperty relationships. This Review highlights recent developments in macroâorganic chemistry from synthetic concepts to materials properties, with a focus on selfâassembly and molecular recognition. Finally, an outlook for future research directions is provided