Topological Polymer Chemistry: Concepts and Practices

This book provides a comprehensive overview of topological polymers, an emerging research area in polymer science and polymer materials engineering. It focuses on precision polymer topology designing, highlighting ongoing achievements and anticipated breakthroughs. The book covers topological geometry analysis, classification, physical characterization, chemical syntheses, polymer folding, and AI-predicted protein folding. It is beneficial to academic personnel, researchers, and graduate students, offering valuable knowledge of cutting-edge topics and progress in polymer chemistry.

Format: Hardback
Length: 436 pages
Publication date: 26 February 2022
Publisher: Springer Verlag, Singapore

This comprehensive book delves into the realm of topological polymers, a rapidly emerging field in polymer science and polymer materials engineering. The precision design of polymer topologies holds paramount importance in unlocking the unique properties and functionalities that pave the way for their diverse applications. The book is edited by Principal Editor Yasuyuki Tezuka and Co-Editor Tetsuo Deguchi, and it features contributions from esteemed experts in the field. It highlights significant ongoing achievements and anticipates groundbreaking advancements in topological polymers, emphasizing the remarkable diversity of polymer constructions.

The book serves as a valuable resource for readers seeking comprehensive insights into the exciting innovations in topological polymer chemistry. It encompasses topological geometry analysis, classification, physical characterization through simulation, and the eventual chemical syntheses. Additionally, it delves into the fascinating field of polymer folding, driven by the recent breakthrough of precision AI prediction of protein folding.

As a showcase example, the book outlines the current revolutionary developments in synthetic approaches specifically for single cyclic (ring) polymers and the topology-directed properties/functions uncovered therein. This book is particularly valuable to academic personnel in universities and researchers working in relevant institutions and companies. While the level of the book is advanced, it can also serve as a valuable reference book for graduate students and postdocs, providing them with valuable knowledge of cutting-edge topics and progress in polymer chemistry.

Weight: 834g
Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9789811668067
Edition number: 1st ed. 2022