The formation of core cross-linked star polymers containing cores cross-linked by dynamic covalent imine bonds.
Diblock copolymers possessing amino or aldehyde functions within one of their blocks were prepared using RAFT polymerization techniques. These polymers were shown to cross-link through dynamic imine bonds to form core cross-linked star polymers which display a size-dependency upon the concentration at which the cross-linking reactions are performed.
Jackson
Alexander W
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Chemical Nanoscience Laboratory, School of Chemistry, Bedson Building, Newcastle University, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK.
Fulton
David A
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