Functional block copolymers: nanostructured materials with emerging applications.
Recent advances in polymer synthesis have significantly enhanced the ability to rationally design block copolymers with tailored functionality. The self-assembly of these macromolecules in the solid state or in solution allows the formation of nanostructured materials with a variety of properties and potential functions. This Review illustrates recent progress in the field of block copolymer materials by highlighting selected emerging applications.
Institute of Organic and Macromolecular Chemistry and Jena Center of Soft Matter, Friedrich-Schiller-University Jena, Humboldtstrasse 10, 07743 Jena, Germany.
Felix H
FH
Schacher
Paul A
PA
Rupar
Ian
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