Understanding nucleation efficiency of stereocomplex-crystallites on homochiral crystallization in poly( l -lactide)/poly( d -lactide) blends: homogenization near crystal growth front

RSC Applied Polymers 2026 Open access

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Authors: Qi Chen, Mansurali Mithani, Rafael Auras, Jacob J. K. Kirkensgaard, Ilke Uysal Unalan
DOI: 10.1039/d4lp00319e
Cited by: 2
References: 48

Abstract

Nucleation efficiency of pre-existing stereocomplex (SC) crystals on homochiral crystallization is linked to the concentration of 10 3 helices, controlled by homogenization as helices and local blends near the SC growth front diffuse into the matrix.

Fields of Study & Subjects

biodegradable polymer synthesis and properties Polymer crystallization and properties Carbon dioxide utilization in catalysis

Publication details

Journal / source
RSC Applied Polymers
Publisher
Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC)
Volume
4
Issue
2
Pages
651–661
Publication date
1 January 2026
Language
EN