Venugopal, VenugopalRuiz Perez, LorenaSwamynathan, K.Kulkarni, ChidambarCalò, AnnalisaKumar, Mohit2023-02-102023-12-052022-12-051433-7851https://hdl.handle.net/2445/193373Supramolecular systems chemistry has been an area of active research to develop nanomaterials with life-like functions. Progress in systems chemistry relies on our ability to probe the nanostructure formation in solution. Often visualizing the dynamics of nanostructures which transform over time is a formidable challenge. This necessitates a paradigm shift from dry sample imaging towards solution-based techniques. We review the application of state-of-the-art techniques for real-time, in situ visualization of dynamic self-assembly processes. We present how solution-based techniques namely optical super-resolution microscopy, solution-state atomic force microscopy, liquid-phase transmission electron microscopy, molecular dynamics simulations and other emerging techniques are revolutionizing our understanding of active and adaptive nanomaterials with life-like functions. This Review provides the visualization toolbox and futuristic vision to tap the potential of dynamic nanomaterials.20 p.application/pdfeng(c) Wiley-VCH, 2022NanoestructuresQuímica supramolecularNanostructuresSupramolecular chemistryinfo:eu-repo/semantics/article7272862023-02-10info:eu-repo/semantics/openAccess