A guide to modern methods for poly(thio)ether synthesis using Earth-abundant metals
Robert C. Ferrier, Gouree Kumbhar, Shaylynn Crum-Dacon, Nathaniel A. Lynd
Abstract
Polyethers and polythioethers are often made through the polymerization of epoxides and thiiranes, respectively, using Earth-abundant metal compounds. Control over polymer properties is dictated by the method used to synthesize them, which are outlined in this article.
Topics & Concepts
Thio-Earth (classical element)EtherRare earthChemistryCombinatorial chemistryMaterials sciencePolymer chemistryOrganic chemistryMineralogyPhysicsMathematical physicsCarbon dioxide utilization in catalysisAdvanced Polymer Synthesis and CharacterizationChemical Synthesis and Reactions