A large fraction of the world’s synthetic polymers, including low-density polyethylene, poly(vinyl chloride) and polystyrene, is prepared by the radical ...

The most fundamental physical parameter of a polymer chain is its molecular weight (MW), which determines both physical properties and material performance. The tuning of MW over a wide range, and ...

Researchers in Carnegie Mellon University's Department of Chemistry have improved a popular technology used to generate a range of industrial plastics for applications ranging from paints and coatings ...