Novel Functional Reverse Addition-Fragmentation (RAFT) Chain Transfer Agents with Unique Polymer Synthesizing Capabilities
RFT-228
Scientists at North Dakota State University have successfully synthesized novel RAFT (Reversible Addition Fragmentation Chain Transfer) agents that have either an epoxy or an oxetane functional group attached to it. These tri-thio-carbonate compounds can be used to synthesize polymers having well-defined molecular weight, retaining the functional group on chain ends. Homopolymers and block copolymer of several acrylates have been shown to be synthesized using either of the functional RAFT agents.
The versatility of the epoxy group enables coupling of hydrophobic/hydrophilic blocks with various functional groups like amine, carboxylic acids and alcohols.
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