Metal-free synthesis of terpene-derived polyester- block -polycarbonates and post-polymerization modification via thiol–ene click chemistry

Polymer Chemistry 2026 Open access

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Authors: Mikhailey Diane Wheeler, Allison Clark, Andrew Kinsman, Megan L. Graham, Francesca M. Kerton
DOI: 10.1039/d6py00213g
Cited by: 1
References: 70

Abstract

Selective ring-opening copolymerization of bio-derived anhydrides with epoxides and terpolymerization with CO 2 under solvent free conditions was achieved; photoinitiated modification yielded thermally stable polymers with a range of properties.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Carbon dioxide utilization in catalysis Advanced Polymer Synthesis and Characterization Polymer composites and self-healing

Publication details

Journal / source
Polymer Chemistry
Publisher
Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC)
Volume
17
Issue
20
Pages
2107–2119
Publication date
1 January 2026
Language
EN