Initiator-chain transfer agent combo in the RAFT polymerization of styrene

Chem Commun (Camb). 2014 Sep 4;50(68):9722-4. doi: 10.1039/c4cc03699a.

Abstract

The combo agent with roles of initiator and chain transfer agent was demonstrated in RAFT polymerization of styrene. Polymers with defined structures at both α and ω ends were obtained, which was verified by the successful synthesis of seven-block segments of PS and PMA by sequential addition of monomers in one pot.