Hydrolysis-resistant heterogeneous photocatalysts for PET-RAFT polymerization in aqueous environments

Abstract

This article describes the development of polymer brush-based heterogeneous photocatalysts for PET-RAFT polymerization in aqueous environments.

UV-assisted photochemical transformation of a tetranuclear copper(ii) complex: a DFT supported study on β-lactamase inhibitory activity towards antibiotic resistance

“…It is noteworthy that the metal centers share predominant contributions in HOMO whereas, the LUMO is dispersed across the Schiff base ligand backbones (especially at the proximity of the imine segments). This observation supports effective hole–electron pair generation and charge separation, 42,43 therefore behaving as a potent photocatalyst in aqueous-methanol solvent.…”

Surface-Initiated PET-RAFT via the Z-Group Approach

“…Modifying the surfaces of materials with polymers is significant to many fields, from microelectronics to biotechnology to nanocomposites . To address the limitations of physiosorbed coatings (such as weak adhesion, sensitivity to environmental conditions, and limited long-term stability), covalently surface-tethered polymer brushes provide a robust alternative. − Polymer brushes have shown promise for applications in various fields, including, but not limited to, stimuli-responsive surfaces, − drug delivery, antifouling surfaces, − electronic materials, − catalysis, − and biosensing. − …”