Reverse sequence polymerization-induced self-assembly in aqueous media: a counter-intuitive approach to sterically-stabilized diblock copolymer nano-objects
Nicholas J. W. Penfold, Thomas J. Neal, Corentin Plait, Andrew E. Leigh, Gwen F. Chimonides, Mark J. Smallridge, Steven P. Armes
Abstract
A 500 nm charge-stabilized latex is converted into 40 nm sterically-stabilized nanoparticles via reverse sequence polymerization-induced self-assembly (PISA).
Topics & Concepts
Steric effectsCopolymerPolymerizationSequence (biology)Aqueous mediumPolymer chemistryNano-Self-assemblyMaterials scienceNanoparticleAqueous solutionChemical engineeringChemistryNanotechnologyPolymerOrganic chemistryComposite materialBiochemistryEngineeringAdvanced Polymer Synthesis and CharacterizationPolymer Surface Interaction StudiesBlock Copolymer Self-Assembly