Characterization of polymerized ionic liquids-based hydrogels

Polymerized Ionic Liquids (PILs) are hydrogels synthesized from ionic liquids. They combine the positive characteristics of ionic liquids and polymers which is why they have a wide range of applications, e.g. in the pharmaceutical sector. They are characterized by properties such as high mechanical strength, biocompatibility, and favorable swelling behavior. In this study, the extremely high mechanical strength of novel polymerized ionic liquids (PILs)-based hydrogels was confirmed by mechanical tests. The swelling behavior was studied of hydrogels based on 1-Vinyl-3-alkylimidazolium bromide with different crosslinkers in various solvents – aqueous and organic