Lipase-catalyzed ring-opening polymerization of natural compound-based cyclic monomers
Kaojin Wang, Caizi Li, Limin Man, Meng Zhang, Yong‐Guang Jia, X. X. Zhu
Abstract
This feature article summarizes the recent progress in the development of green polymer chemistry for the synthesis of new polyesters and polycarbonates with lipases as catalysts.
Topics & Concepts
MonomerPolyesterCatalysisPolymerizationLipasePolymerRing (chemistry)ChemistryRing-opening polymerizationPolymer chemistryOrganic chemistryPolymer scienceMaterials scienceEnzymebiodegradable polymer synthesis and propertiesCarbon dioxide utilization in catalysisChemistry and Chemical Engineering