University of Illinois researchers 3D print flat carbon-fiber structures that morph into curved satellite components in space ...

Mimicking the incredible skill of mother nature is never easy, especially when trying to match the remarkable chemical processes that take place in living organisms. Living systems, like cells, can ...

Polyisocyanides are polymers distinguished by their helical structures, where the helix's winding direction (right- or left-handed) can be controlled through catalysts designed for synthesizing chiral ...

Introduction: Laccases are blue-multicopper containing enzymes that are known to play a role in the bioconversion of recalcitrant compounds. Their role in free radical polymerization of aromatic ...

The ability to tune polymerization reactions is crucial for designing polymeric materials with desired characteristics and properties. Single-molecule approaches have allowed for the interrogation as ...

The polymer may be too brittle to hold the wound together The polymerization reaction generates heat, which can cause pain, as can the solvent (acetone) Removal of the glue is more difficult than for ...

ABSTRACT: Polymer science encompasses a different range of materials critical to industries spanning from packaging to biomedicine. Understanding the synthesis, characterization, and applications of ...

Creative Commons (CC): This is a Creative Commons license. Attribution (BY): Credit must be given to the creator. The production of low molar mass polyacrylates commonly involves a starved-feed ...