Aqueous solutions of methyl cellulose (MC) demonstrate thermo-responsive gelation behavior. Hydrophobic-hydrophobic interactions play a key role in gelation, however the mechanism of gelation is not yet fully understood. Earlier models suggested formation of hydrophobic chain networks [1], whereas more recent models argue formation of fibrillar structures [2], caused by coil-helix-like self-assemblies [3].
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