Books in the Polymer Chemistry Series series

A snapshot of the current cutting edge developments in the field of electrospinning.

There is great commercial interest in hyperbranched polymers from manufacturers of polymer formulations, additives and coatings, polymer electronics and pharmaceuticals. However, these polymers are difficult to characterize due to their very complex, multidimensional distribution and there is a great need to understand how to control their synthesis to obtain certain material properties. Hyperbranched Polymers is the first book to examine in detail the recent advances in hyperbranched polymers. Focusing on the structural characterization of hyperbranched polymers, the book summarizes the research in the field and makes a direct correlation between the chemical structure and global molecular properties. This correlation is essential for understanding the structure-properties relation and fills the gap between the synthetic advances and physico-chemical understanding of this polymer class. Written by acknowledged experts in the field, the book will appeal to both scientists working in fundamental research, as well as industrial manufacturers of dendritic polymers.

Redox Polymers for Energy and Nanomedicine highlights trends in the chemistry, characterization and application of polymers with redox properties.

New materials are required to solve global challenges such as the growing energy demand and reducing the threat of new and re-emerging diseases and infections. Metallopolymers is an exciting and promising area of research and this book focuses on the strategy of incorporating transition metals into macromolecules to design functional materials for addressing such problems.The book starts with an introduction to current global challenges and the role of materials science in tackling these, it then discusses the fundamentals of metallopolymers and their synthesis. The final chapters look at specific applications of the materials from photovoltaics and light-emitting diodes for energy conservation, to biological sensors and drug delivery platforms.Written by leading experts in the field, this book is an ideal reference for students and researchers working in polymer chemistry, organometallic chemistry and materials science interested in both the polymers and their applications in energy and health.

A summary of the latest developments and applications of molecular imprinting for selective chemical sensing.

Fluorinated Polymers: Synthesis, Properties, Processing and Simulation covers the fundamentals of the materials systems.

This book will provide a comprehensive review of the large field of bio-inspired polymers and is written and edited by leading experts in the field.

Fluorinated Polymers: Applications covers the uses of the different materials.

Semiconducting polymers are of great interest for applications in electroluminescent devices, solar cells, batteries and diodes.

All aspects of the personal care industry will be comprehensively discussed in Polymers for Personal Care Products and Cosmetics.

A comprehensive overview of the synthesis, characterisation, properties and applications of poly(lactic acid) science and technology covering scientific, ecological, social and economic issues.

A comprehensive overview of the recent advances in cationic polymer synthesis, modification and the design of biomaterials with different structures for therapeutic applications.

Providing a full overview of organic/polymeric memory nanoscale materials, which are a potential substitute for conventional semiconductor memory systems.

This new book focuses on the new developments in the field of amphiphilic polymer co-networks covering the key areas of synthesis, properties, applications and modelling.

A comprehensive overview of different antimicrobial polymeric materials, their antimicrobial action modes and applications.

Edited by world leading experts in the field of conjugated polymer synthesis, the book serves as a convenient guide for advanced undergraduate level and above.

A comprehensive two volume set covering the synthesis, characterization and applications of natural rubber based blends, interpenetrating polymer networks, composites and nanocomposites.

A comprehensive two volume set covering the synthesis, characterization and applications of natural rubber based blends, interpenetrating polymer networks, composites and nanocomposites.

A complete overview of the preparation, characterization and applications of glycopolymers from leading researchers in the field.

A comprehensive resource on thiol-x chemistries for postgraduates, academics and industrial practitioners interested in polymer and materials applications from leading experts in the field.

A comprehensive overview of the synthesis of different phosphorus-containing polymers and their uses in biomedical, environmental and energy applications.

Written by leading experts, the book provides polymer scientists with a compact and readily accessible source of reference for healable polymer systems.

Provides an in-depth history, description, and mechanistic understanding of each of the controlled/living radical polymerization techniques and practical details necessary to carry out the reactions.

A complete overview of the different strategies for designing polymers for targeted gene therapy and drug delivery for researchers in polymer science, nanotechnology and pharmacy.

Presents a critical perspective on photofunctional organic and organometallic polymers, with emphasis on fundamental concepts and current practical applications.