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Block copolymer separation membranes are energy efficient alternatives to thermal processes but are limited to nanometer ranges. Here, the review discusses synthetic and self-assembly strategies to overcome current constraints and advance the field.

Current status and future directions of self-assembled block copolymer membranes for molecular separations