CRC 1459 - A02: Preparation of functionalized alternating polymers and their application as switchable and adaptive soft materials

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Sequence control in synthetic polymers will be applied towards the design of responsive and adaptive soft materials. In the first funding period, we have developed practical methods for the preparation of alternating AB-type copolymers and ABC-type terpolymers through controlled radical polymerization. In the second funding period, we will focus on their application as switchable and adaptive soft materials, such as self-healing polymers, gels, and adhesives. Along with the alternating copolymers, we will investigate the corresponding block-copolymers and random copolymers and compare their material properties to elucidate the unique effect exerted by the sequence control of the polymers.