Chemical Reactions in Cellular Microenvironments Directed by Conjugated Polymers Toward Biomedical Advances

B Bowen Guo (Beijing National Laboratory for Molecular Sciences Key Laboratory of Organic Solids Institute of Chemistry Chinese Academy of Sciences Beijing 100190 P.R. China) S Shuaian Shi (Beijing National Laboratory for Molecular Sciences Key Laboratory of Organic Solids Institute of Chemistry Chinese Academy of Sciences Beijing 100190 P.R. China) H Hongrui Lin (Beijing National Laboratory for Molecular Sciences Key Laboratory of Organic Solids Institute of Chemistry Chinese Academy of Sciences Beijing 100190 P.R. China) J Junjie Cheng (Beijing National Laboratory for Molecular Sciences, Key Laboratory of Organic Solids, Institute of Chemistry) Y Yan Zhao Y Yiming Huang (Beijing National Laboratory for Molecular Sciences, Key Laboratory of Organic Solids, Institute of Chemistry) F Fengting Lv (Beijing National Laboratory for Molecular Sciences, Key Laboratory of Organic Solids, Institute of Chemistry) S Shu Wang H Haotian Bai (Beijing National Laboratory for Molecular Sciences, Key Laboratory of Organic Solids, Institute of Chemistry)

Abstract

Abstract Conjugated polymers exhibit unique structural and optoelectronic properties, enabling precise modulation of chemical reactions within cellular microenvironments. This review highlights recent advances in CP‐directed biomedical strategies, focusing on their roles in light‐driven biophotocatalysis, photodynamic and photothermal therapies, and precision cellular regulation. By facilitating targeted redox transformations, gas generation, and supramolecular interactions, CPs provide spatiotemporal control over complex biological processes. The integration of CPs into dynamic assemblies and biointerfaces enables responsive, minimally invasive interventions for cancer, inflammation, and metabolic dysfunctions. Furthermore, emerging approaches that combine artificial intelligence with molecular design are accelerating the development of CP‐based platforms for personalized medicine. These interdisciplinary innovations underscore the transformative potential of CPs in therapeutic modulation, diagnostic enhancement, and the development of next‐generation biomedical devices.

Article Details

Volume / Issue Vol. 64, Issue 51
Published December 15, 2025
ISSN 1433-7851
Publisher Wiley

Journal Info

Angewandte Chemie International Edition

Wiley

ISSN: 1433-7851 Physical Sciences

Authors (9)

B

Bowen Guo

Beijing National Laboratory for Molecular Sciences Key Laboratory of Organic Solids Institute of Chemistry Chinese Academy of Sciences Beijing 100190 P.R. China

S

Shuaian Shi

Beijing National Laboratory for Molecular Sciences Key Laboratory of Organic Solids Institute of Chemistry Chinese Academy of Sciences Beijing 100190 P.R. China

H

Hongrui Lin

Beijing National Laboratory for Molecular Sciences Key Laboratory of Organic Solids Institute of Chemistry Chinese Academy of Sciences Beijing 100190 P.R. China

J

Junjie Cheng

Beijing National Laboratory for Molecular Sciences, Key Laboratory of Organic Solids, Institute of Chemistry

Y

Yan Zhao

Y

Yiming Huang

Beijing National Laboratory for Molecular Sciences, Key Laboratory of Organic Solids, Institute of Chemistry

F

Fengting Lv

Beijing National Laboratory for Molecular Sciences, Key Laboratory of Organic Solids, Institute of Chemistry

S

Shu Wang

H

Haotian Bai

Beijing National Laboratory for Molecular Sciences, Key Laboratory of Organic Solids, Institute of Chemistry