Star Polymers.

Ren, JM; McKenzie, TG; Fu, Q; Wong, EHH; Xu, J; An, Z; Shanmugam, S; Davis, TP; Boyer, C; Qiao, GG

Star Polymers.

Ren, JM McKenzie, TG Fu, Q

Wong, EHH Xu, J An, Z Shanmugam, S Davis, TP Boyer, C Qiao, GG

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Publisher:: AMER CHEMICAL SOC
Publication Type:: Journal Article
Citation:: Chem Rev, 2016, 116, (12), pp. 6743-6836
Issue Date:: 2016-06-22

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dc.contributor.author	Ren, JM
dc.contributor.author	McKenzie, TG
dc.contributor.author	Fu, Q https://orcid.org/0000-0002-4012-330X
dc.contributor.author	Wong, EHH
dc.contributor.author	Xu, J
dc.contributor.author	An, Z
dc.contributor.author	Shanmugam, S
dc.contributor.author	Davis, TP
dc.contributor.author	Boyer, C
dc.contributor.author	Qiao, GG
dc.date.accessioned	2022-08-16T02:40:54Z
dc.date.available	2022-08-16T02:40:54Z
dc.date.issued	2016-06-22
dc.identifier.citation	Chem Rev, 2016, 116, (12), pp. 6743-6836
dc.identifier.issn	0009-2665
dc.identifier.issn	1520-6890
dc.identifier.uri	http://hdl.handle.net/10453/160301
dc.description.abstract	Recent advances in controlled/living polymerization techniques and highly efficient coupling chemistries have enabled the facile synthesis of complex polymer architectures with controlled dimensions and functionality. As an example, star polymers consist of many linear polymers fused at a central point with a large number of chain end functionalities. Owing to this exclusive structure, star polymers exhibit some remarkable characteristics and properties unattainable by simple linear polymers. Hence, they constitute a unique class of technologically important nanomaterials that have been utilized or are currently under audition for many applications in life sciences and nanotechnologies. This article first provides a comprehensive summary of synthetic strategies towards star polymers, then reviews the latest developments in the synthesis and characterization methods of star macromolecules, and lastly outlines emerging applications and current commercial use of star-shaped polymers. The aim of this work is to promote star polymer research, generate new avenues of scientific investigation, and provide contemporary perspectives on chemical innovation that may expedite the commercialization of new star nanomaterials. We envision in the not-too-distant future star polymers will play an increasingly important role in materials science and nanotechnology in both academic and industrial settings.
dc.format	Print-Electronic
dc.language	eng
dc.publisher	AMER CHEMICAL SOC
dc.relation.ispartof	Chem Rev
dc.relation.isbasedon	10.1021/acs.chemrev.6b00008
dc.rights	info:eu-repo/semantics/closedAccess
dc.subject	03 Chemical Sciences
dc.subject.classification	General Chemistry
dc.subject.mesh	Catalysis
dc.subject.mesh	Cyclization
dc.subject.mesh	Macromolecular Substances
dc.subject.mesh	Polymerization
dc.subject.mesh	Polymers
dc.subject.mesh	Stereoisomerism
dc.subject.mesh	Macromolecular Substances
dc.subject.mesh	Polymers
dc.subject.mesh	Cyclization
dc.subject.mesh	Catalysis
dc.subject.mesh	Stereoisomerism
dc.subject.mesh	Polymerization
dc.title	Star Polymers.
dc.type	Journal Article
utslib.citation.volume	116
utslib.location.activity	United States
utslib.for	03 Chemical Sciences
pubs.organisational-group	/University of Technology Sydney
pubs.organisational-group	/University of Technology Sydney/Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology
pubs.organisational-group	/University of Technology Sydney/Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology/School of Civil and Environmental Engineering
pubs.organisational-group	/University of Technology Sydney/Strength - CTWW - Centre for Technology in Water and Wastewater Treatment
utslib.copyright.status	closed_access	*
dc.date.updated	2022-08-16T02:40:19Z
pubs.issue	12
pubs.publication-status	Published
pubs.volume	116
utslib.citation.issue	12

Abstract:

Recent advances in controlled/living polymerization techniques and highly efficient coupling chemistries have enabled the facile synthesis of complex polymer architectures with controlled dimensions and functionality. As an example, star polymers consist of many linear polymers fused at a central point with a large number of chain end functionalities. Owing to this exclusive structure, star polymers exhibit some remarkable characteristics and properties unattainable by simple linear polymers. Hence, they constitute a unique class of technologically important nanomaterials that have been utilized or are currently under audition for many applications in life sciences and nanotechnologies. This article first provides a comprehensive summary of synthetic strategies towards star polymers, then reviews the latest developments in the synthesis and characterization methods of star macromolecules, and lastly outlines emerging applications and current commercial use of star-shaped polymers. The aim of this work is to promote star polymer research, generate new avenues of scientific investigation, and provide contemporary perspectives on chemical innovation that may expedite the commercialization of new star nanomaterials. We envision in the not-too-distant future star polymers will play an increasingly important role in materials science and nanotechnology in both academic and industrial settings.

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