Supramolecular systems based on calix[4]resorcine with mono-, di-, and tetracationic surfactants: Synergetic structural and solubilization behavior

- Calixresorcine and cationic surfactants with bicyclic fragment form mixed aggregates.
- Mixed aggregation occurs at the lower concentrations as compared to single solutions.
- Mixed aggregation is favored by an increase in the number of cationic head groups.
- Aggregates formed can be used as nanocontainers for hydrophobic compounds.