Synthesis of glycerol-based (co)polyethers via ring-opening polymerization of glycidyl butyrate catalyzed by a one-component phosphonium tetraborane Lewis pair

Polymer Chemistry 2026

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Authors: Longfei Li, Minghao Liu, Zehao Wang, Xiaowu Wang, Zhibo Li
DOI: 10.1039/d5py01129a
Cited by: 2
References: 51

Abstract

Linear polyglycerol (linPGC)-based functionalized polyethers exhibit superior water solubility and biocompatibility compared to traditional polyethylene glycol (PEG).

Fields of Study & Subjects

Advanced Polymer Synthesis and Characterization biodegradable polymer synthesis and properties Antimicrobial agents and applications

Publication details

Journal / source
Polymer Chemistry
Publisher
Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC)
Volume
17
Issue
8
Pages
856–864
Publication date
1 January 2026
Language
EN