Tandem Kumada–Tamao catalyst-transfer condensation polymerization and Suzuki–Miyaura coupling for end-functionalization and block copolymerization of poly( p -phenylene)

Polymer Chemistry 2026

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Authors: Reo Nitto, Lisa Takimoto, Yu Tokita, Yoshihiro Ohta, Tsutomu Yokozawa
DOI: 10.1039/d5py01101a
Cited by: 0
References: 50

Abstract

Successive Kumada–Tamao catalyst-transfer polymerization and Suzuki–Miyaura end-functionalization with arylboronates and bromoaryleneboronate monomers affords poly( p -phenylene) with a functional group at both ends and block copolymers, respectively.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Catalytic Cross-Coupling Reactions Advanced Polymer Synthesis and Characterization Synthesis and Properties of Aromatic Compounds

Publication details

Journal / source
Polymer Chemistry
Volume
17
Issue
7
Pages
736–743
Publication date
1 January 2026
Language
EN