Today we are witnessing the emergence of the exciting new field of interdisciplinary macromolecular science and engineering. This field lies at the crossroads of materials science, engineering disciplines, chemistry, physics, and biology. Its healthy development can exert a profound impact in the world's economy and quality of life. 

 

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DOI: 10.1016/S1369-7021(98)80017-5