Synthesis of decomposable biomass polymers via cycloaddition polymerization of phenylpropanoid-derived monomers (IMAGE)

Yokohama National University

Synthesis of decomposable biomass polymers via cycloaddition polymerization of phenylpropanoid-derived monomers

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Plant-based polymers are heat-resistant, durable, and designed to decompose under mild conditions, via Diels–Alder reactions or Si–O bond cleavage, allowing components to be recycled or upcycled.

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YOKOHAMA National University

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