Article
Polymer Science
Jingyu Huang, Aaron Hall, Ivan Jayapurna, Samana Algharbi, Valeriy Ginzburg, Ting Xu
Summary: The study investigated the impact of polymer chain architecture on the assembly of nanoparticles (NPs) in polymer matrices using synthesized block copolymers (BCPs) with a coil polystyrene (PS) block and a comb random copolymer (RCP) block. Different morphologies of BCPs were obtained by varying the volume fractions of the RCP block, showing asymmetrical phase behavior with the addition of NPs. Self-consistent field theory-density functional theory simulations helped to qualitatively describe the observed morphologies and phase transitions in the nanocomposites.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Sun-Woo Kim, Jae Chul Ro, Su-Jeong Suh
Summary: Ni/Ni3C core-shell nanoparticles with an average diameter of approximately 120 nm were synthesized via a chemical solution method. It was observed that a thin Ni3C shell measuring approximately 1-4 nm formed on the surface of the nanoparticles over time, and the Ni core consisted of multiple grains. The saturation magnetization of the core-shell nanopowders decreased in proportion to the amount of Ni3C. The synthesis mechanism of the Ni/Ni3C core-shell nanoparticles was proposed based on XRD, XPS, and TEM analyses.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Ruimeng Zhang, Zhe Qiang, Muzhou Wang
Summary: This study demonstrates a model system that integrates materials synthesis and self-assembly to achieve controlled periodicity and photonic properties in block copolymer thin films. By using a photo-initiator and UV light exposure, the technique successfully modifies the periodicity in BCP films and allows for in situ modulation of stop band position in photonic gel films for practical applications. This approach provides spatially defined control over structural periodicity and macroscopic properties in self-assembled materials.
ADVANCED FUNCTIONAL MATERIALS
(2021)
Article
Polymer Science
Xiaoxi Yu, Guofang Li, Bingqian Zheng, Gyusaang Youn, Ting Jiang, Suan P. Quah, Scott T. Laughlin, Nicole S. Sampson, Surita R. Bhatia
Summary: This study investigates the interfacial rheology of sequence-controlled copolymers and finds that an increase in microblock size enhances the interfacial storage modulus, thereby tuning surface and interfacial properties. The research indicates that microblock size can be utilized to control the interfacial rheology of amphiphilic copolymers, providing a new strategy for controlling the dynamics of fluid interfaces through precision sequence-controlled polymers.
MACROMOLECULAR CHEMISTRY AND PHYSICS
(2022)
Article
Thermodynamics
Feihe Ren, Yilin Lu, Bin Sun, Chenchen Wang, Jincan Yan, Hualin Lin, Yuan Xue, Sheng Han
Summary: This study successfully synthesized a series of efficient diesel pour point depressants by regulating the molecular structure, and investigated their thinning effects on the cold filter plugging point and solid point of diesel. The results showed that monomers with carbonyl groups closer to the benzene ring demonstrated better inhibition.
Article
Polymer Science
Tao Wen, Jun Yuan, Wei Lai, Xiang Liu, Yiliu Liu, Liyu Chen, Xing Jiang
Summary: We report a facile approach to simultaneously control the morphology and surface chemistry of mesoporous materials by doping phosphotungstic acid. This approach allows for tuning the self-assembled structures of triblock copolymers, resulting in mesoporous materials with different structures. After etching, controlled morphologies and pores coated with polyelectrolytes were achieved, and the prepared mesoporous materials can be used as templates for fabricating inorganic nanostructures.
Article
Polymer Science
Maksym Odnoroh, Jean-Daniel Marty, Valerie Bourdon, Olivier Coutelier, Mathias Destarac
Summary: RAFT polymerization enables the synthesis of (co)polymers with primary benzene sulfonamide groups, using either an acrylamido sulfonamide monomer or a sulfonamide-functional trithiocarbonate RAFT agent. This research expands the possibilities for creating pH-responsive block copolymers and functional polymeric vectors with targeting properties for biomedical applications.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Kuo-Hsiu Huang, Huai-Hsuan Liu, Kuang-Yi Cheng, Chia-Lin Tsai, Yen-Ju Cheng
Summary: In this study, a new class of alternating block conjugated copolymers was developed, consisting of two alternating copolymers. Three sequence-controlled polychalcogenophenes were prepared by adding two different Grignard monomers in sequence, and their molecular weight, dispersity, and main-chain sequence can be synthetically controlled. The optical and electrochemical properties of the polymers can be systematically tuned, and they can be applied for bromine detection.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
M. R. Noor El-Din, A. Hashem, R. E. Morsi, A. Abd El-Azeim
Summary: This study synthesized three different copolymers and two functionalized SiO2 nanoparticles to successfully fabricate superhydrophobic coating films, with M-composite achieving the highest static contact angle.
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR LIQUIDS
(2021)
Article
Polymer Science
Alexandros Ch. Lazanas, Athanasios Katsouras, Michael Spanos, Gkreti-Maria Manesi, Ioannis Moutsios, Dmitry V. V. Vashurkin, Dimitrios Moschovas, Christina Gioti, Michail A. A. Karakassides, Vasilis G. G. Gregoriou, Dimitri A. A. Ivanov, Christos L. L. Chochos, Apostolos Avgeropoulos
Summary: This study reports the preparation of hybrid materials based on reduced graphene oxide (rGO) and conjugated copolymers. By tuning the number and arrangement of thiophenes in the main chain and the nature of the polymer acceptor, semiconducting copolymers were synthesized and characterized. The study indicates the potential of these hybrid materials for applications related to organic solar cells.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Jing Wang, Yizhuo Wang, Kuncai Li, Xu Dai, Liuyang Zhang, Hong Wang
Summary: A new type of lateral fully organic diodes created in single donor-acceptor copolymer films with high performance and decent stability is reported. The achieved lateral devices exhibit high current densities and rectification ratios, meeting the requirements for high-frequency identification tags.
ADVANCED MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Polymer Science
Billy Shu Hieng Tie, Elaine Halligan, Shuo Zhuo, Gavin Keane, Luke Geever
Summary: In this study, copolymers made of NVCL and NIPAm and chemically crosslinked using PEGDMA were fabricated. Successful polymerisation was proven via FTIR. The effects of incorporating comonomer and crosslinker on the LCST were found minimal using cloud-point measurements, UV spectroscopy, and DSC. Formulations that completed three cycles of thermo-reversing pulsatile swelling are demonstrated. Lastly, rheological analysis validated the mechanical strength of PNVCL, which was improved due to the incorporation of NIPAm and PEGDMA. This study showcases potential smart thermosensitive NVCL-based copolymers that can be applied in the biomedical shapeshifting area.
Article
Polymer Science
Marc Behl, Maria Balk, Karola Luetzow, Andreas Lendlein
Summary: The study investigates the impact of block length and sequence structure on phase segregation and elastic properties of multiblock copolymers, showing that MBCs with strictly alternating sequences favor phase segregation and higher elastic properties, but have lower elongation at break compared to MBCs with random sequences.
EUROPEAN POLYMER JOURNAL
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Kazuki Takahata, Naoki Aizawa, Masashi Nagao, Satoshi Uchida, Raita Goseki, Takashi Ishizone
Summary: The study established a 1:1 addition reaction to regulate the sequence of vinyl compounds by enhancing the electrophilicity of DPE derivatives. By sequentially reacting two or three DPE derivatives in increasing order of their electrophilicity, well-defined sequence-controlled polystyrenes were successfully synthesized in a single reaction.
JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN CHEMICAL SOCIETY
(2021)
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Lifeng Wang, Ying Ma, He Li, Fuming Yang, Jinju Cheng
Summary: Alpha-lactalbumin and beta-lactoglobulin isolated from yak milk showed variations in amino acid sequences compared to those from bovine milk, with differences in specific amino acid positions, secondary structures, and denaturation temperatures. The study sheds light on the functional, safety control, and biological properties of yak milk products.
JOURNAL OF DAIRY SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Kevin Launay, Jean-Arthur Amalian, Eline Laurent, Laurence Oswald, Abdelaziz Al Ouahabi, Alexandre Burel, Florent Dufour, Christine Carapito, Jean-Louis Clement, Jean-Francois Lutz, Laurence Charles, Didier Gigmes
Summary: A novel alkoxyamine spacer was designed to prevent side-reactions and enable automated MS/MS sequencing of long poly(phosphodiester)s. Experimental results indicated that spacers containing in-chain benzyl ring showed the best performance, with no side-reactions during synthesis and excellent results during sequencing. The study also utilized MS-DECODER software for automated decoding of the polymers, interpreting fragmentation data and re-aligning them in their original order based on location tags.
ANGEWANDTE CHEMIE-INTERNATIONAL EDITION
(2021)
Article
Polymer Science
Jeroen Louwsma, Alain Carvalho, Jean-Francois Lutz, Stephane Joly, Delphine Chan-Seng
Summary: Oligomers composed of phenylalanine residues prepared by solid-phase synthesis show thermal stability suitable for use as interfacial agents in poly(propylene-co-ethylene)-based composite materials. The study indicates that oligomers with four successive phenylalanine residues have better adsorption on Kevlar fibers, while the length of the aliphatic chain does not significantly impact their adsorption on the fibers.
Article
Chemistry, Organic
Rachel E. Fadler, Abdelaziz Al Ouahabi, Bo Qiao, Veronica Carta, Niklas F. Konig, Xinfeng Gao, Wei Zhao, Yankai Zhang, Jean-Francois Lutz, Amar H. Flood
Summary: The study investigated the impact of alcohol substituents on recognition by cyanostar macrocycles, revealing how chain length and functional groups on phosphate's substituents can regulate binding and control assembly formation during phosphate recognition.
JOURNAL OF ORGANIC CHEMISTRY
(2021)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Jean-Arthur Amalian, Tathagata Mondal, Evgeniia Konishcheva, Gianni Cavallo, Benoit Eric Petit, Jean-Francois Lutz, Laurence Charles
Summary: Sequence-defined synthetic polymers are being used as a medium to store information at the molecular level, with low storage capacity of readable chains being a current limitation. Ordering short oligomers on surfaces to compose long messages is an attractive alternative, and desorption electrospray ionization (DESI) is shown to be suitable for bidimensional data storage.
ADVANCED MATERIALS TECHNOLOGIES
(2021)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Laurence Charles, Jean-Francois Lutz
Summary: Nucleic acids like DNA and RNA have long been used for genetic information storage, but recent research has shown that synthetic polymers can also serve as an alternative for storing digital data, offering advantages in terms of customizable molecular structures and properties.
ACCOUNTS OF CHEMICAL RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Polymer Science
Tathagata Mondal, Maria Nerantzaki, Kevin Flesch, Capucine Loth, Mounir Maaloum, Yidan Cong, Sergei S. Sheiko, Jean-Francois Lutz
Summary: The DNA-guided assembly of biohybrid sequence-defined poly(phosphodiester)s was investigated, resulting in the synthesis of linear or star-like superstructures. Characterization through electrophoresis, UV spectroscopy, and atomic force microscopy confirmed the formation of the expected supramolecules, despite some defects. This approach offers interesting avenues for designing 2D and 3D constructs based on informational poly(phosphodiester)s.
Article
Polymer Science
Capucine Loth, Laurence Charles, Jean-Francois Lutz, Maria Nerantzaki
Summary: Uniform conjugates combining a DNA aptamer and a synthetic polymer segment were synthesized using automated phosphoramidite chemistry, allowing the formation of molecules with precisely controlled chainlength and monomer sequences. Aptamer folding remained unaffected by polymer bioconjugation.
Article
Polymer Science
Maria Nerantzaki, Jean-Francois Lutz
Summary: This article introduces a third approach, multistep growth polymerization, which allows a high level of control over macromolecular structure through a series of distinct chemical reactions. While more time-consuming and experimentally demanding, this method offers precise control over molecular parameters and enables the synthesis of polymers with specific structures and properties.
MACROMOLECULAR CHEMISTRY AND PHYSICS
(2022)
Editorial Material
Polymer Science
Michael R. Bockstaller, Jean-Francois Lutz
PROGRESS IN POLYMER SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Polymer Science
Itab Youssef, Isaure Carvin-Sergent, Evgeniia Konishcheva, Seydina Kebe, Vincent Greff, Denise Karamessini, Maziar Matloubi, Abdelaziz Al Ouahabi, Jochen Moesslein, Jean-Arthur Amalian, Salome Poyer, Laurence Charles, Jean-Francois Lutz
Summary: The use of sequence-defined polymers as a solution for material identification and traceability is explored. These polymers are covalently attached to model materials to avoid problems such as leakage and degradation.
MACROMOLECULAR RAPID COMMUNICATIONS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Eline Laurent, Jean-Arthur Amalian, Thibault Schutz, Kevin Launay, Jean-Louis Clement, Didier Gigmes, Alexandre Burel, Christine Carapito, Laurence Charles, Marc-Andre Delsuc, Jean-Francois Lutz
Summary: By combining data compression and polymer design, a pixelated portrait of Antoine de Lavoisier was successfully stored in a digitally-encoded poly(phosphodiester) with the highest storage capacity ever reported for a synthetic informational polymer. The digital polymer was synthesized using automated phosphoramidite chemistry with an optimized set of nineteen building blocks, enabling comprehensive decoding and recovery of the portrait by electrospray mass spectrometry.
COMPTES RENDUS CHIMIE
(2021)
Article
Polymer Science
Ian Roszak, Laurence Oswald, Abdelaziz Al Ouahabi, Annabelle Bertin, Eline Laurent, Olivier Felix, Isaure Carvin-Sergent, Laurence Charles, Jean-Francois Lutz
Summary: Sequence-defined poly(amino phosphodiester)s with main-chain tertiary amines were synthesized using automated solid-phase phosphoramidite chemistry. The polymers were characterized by HPLC and mass spectrometry, demonstrating the preparation of molecularly-defined polymers. The presence of tertiary amines in the polymer backbones facilitates sequencing by tandem mass spectrometry.
Review
Polymer Science
Maria Nerantzaki, Capucine Loth, Jean-Francois Lutz
Summary: Nucleic acid aptamers are chemically-synthesized single-stranded oligonucleotides that fold into specific conformational structures and have exceptional recognition properties towards biological targets. Conjugation of aptamers with synthetic polymers is gaining attention as an effective strategy to control biochemical parameters and pharmacokinetic properties. Various chemical and non-covalent strategies have been used to prepare aptamer-polymer conjugates, with pros and cons discussed in this review.