Explores the synthesis and applications of polymer brushes, including controlled polymerization techniques and their use in protein microarrays and cell adhesion.
Explores polymer classification based on composition, architecture, and structure, emphasizing the importance of considering both aspects for accurate classification.
Explores the theory of rubber elasticity, including entropy-driven behavior, swelling of polymer networks, and applications of thermoplastic elastomers.
Explores the basics of polymer synthesis, focusing on controlling molecular weight through reaction parameters and strategies like stoichiometry and chain stoppers.
Explores the evolution and applications of Metal-Free Atom Transfer Radical Polymerization, highlighting the advantages of light-mediated polymerization and the challenges in achieving precise control over polymer synthesis.