Nucleobase-functionalized ABC triblock copolymers: self-assembly of supramolecular architectures

Chem Commun (Camb). 2014 Aug 21;50(65):9145-8. doi: 10.1039/c4cc03363a.

Abstract

RAFT polymerization afforded acrylic ABC triblock copolymers with self-complementary nucleobase-functionalized external blocks and a low-Tg soft central block. ABC triblock copolymers self-assembled into well-defined lamellar microphase-separated morphologies for potential applications as thermoplastic elastomers. Complementary hydrogen bonding within the hard phase facilitated self-assembly and enhanced mechanical performance.

Publication types

  • Research Support, U.S. Gov't, Non-P.H.S.

MeSH terms

  • Acrylates / chemistry*
  • Adenine / chemistry*
  • Hydrogen Bonding
  • Polymerization
  • Polymers / chemistry*
  • Thymine / chemistry*

Substances

  • Acrylates
  • Polymers
  • Adenine
  • Thymine