Ladder Polymers - Synthesis, Properties, Applications, and Perspectives

Ladder polymers are a unique macromolecular architecture with fused rings in their backbones, leading to interesting thermal, optical, and electronic properties. This book provides a comprehensive overview of their synthesis, properties, applications, and potential future directions, written by leading researchers in the field.

Format: Hardback
Length: 416 pages
Publication date: 12 April 2023
Publisher: Wiley-VCH Verlag GmbH

Ladder polymers are a fascinating class of macromolecules characterized by a continuous strand of fused rings forming their backbone. These unique structures give rise to a wide array of intriguing thermal, optical, and electronic properties, as well as remarkable self-assembly behaviors, which have been extensively studied and explored for various applications.

In order to provide a comprehensive and up-to-date understanding of ladder polymers, the book Ladder Polymers: Synthesis, Properties, Applications, and Perspectives has been compiled. This comprehensive resource encompasses a diverse range of topics within the field, including historical overviews, cutting-edge research, and potential future directions. Written by renowned experts in the related fields, the book offers a valuable resource for a broad readership, including organic, polymer, and physical chemists, materials scientists and engineers, and chemical engineers.

The book delves into various aspects of ladder polymers, such as conjugated ladder polymers and graphene nanoribbons, nonconjugated microporous ladder polymers or polymers of intrinsic microporosity, covalent double-stranded polymers, supramolecular double-helical polymers and oligomers, and two-dimensional polymers. Each topic is presented in detail, providing a thorough exploration of the latest research developments.

By presenting a one-stop resource on all the critical research developments in ladder polymers, this book serves as a valuable tool for researchers, students, and professionals seeking to gain insights into this rapidly evolving field. The comprehensive coverage and expert insights make it an essential reference for anyone interested in exploring the potential applications of ladder polymers in various industries, including electronics, materials science, and biotechnology.

Weight: 942g
Dimension: 256 x 175 x 26 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783527349364