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nature of DNA hydrogen bonding to build a series of artificial dynamic nucleic-acid-based networks .Their
review highlights the potential of DNA networks for mimicking biological transformations and addresses
the challenges of building dynamic networks with life-like behavior in cell-like confined environments.
Apart from supramolecular DNA-based nanotechnology, Sun et al. summarized the recent advances in
host-guest assemblies for enhanced photothermal therapy . Taking advantage of the dynamic features and
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unique microenvironments of host-guest complexes, we discussed improved photothermal efficiency,
enhanced distribution at target cancer sites, and multimodal therapy. This opens an alternative avenue for
high-performance biomedical applications. Recently, Mao et al. developed copper-based chalcogenides with
well-controlled electrical and optical properties, demonstrating huge opportunities for biomedical and
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clinical applications . Besides utilizing the self-assembly concept in biomedical areas, different self-
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assembled materials with porous structures have emerged for water harvesting . By designing and tuning
the pores and exo- or endo-sites of porous materials, the interactions between adsorbents and water can be
well regulated; thus, water absorption into such materials is achieved in an efficient way. Another example
reported Pd nanoclusters anchored on carbon support for heterogeneous catalysis, which indicates superior
catalytic activity of ultrasmall Pd nanoclusters .
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The above-mentioned examples highlight the significant potential of self-assembly chemistry in boosting
elaborate design and synthesis of advanced supramolecular systems. We hope to stimulate further
endeavors to create materials that have not yet been possible in the synthetic world and to fully explore their
potential in diverse applications.

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