It is well-known that surfactants are molecules able to modify the surface properties of the
liquid in which they are introduced (usually water). The simultaneous presence of both …

This paper presents a review of living radical polymerization achieved with thiocarbonylthio
compounds [ZC (= S) SR] by a mechanism of reversible addition–fragmentation chain …

This Perspective reviews the design and synthesis of RAFT agents. First, we briefly detail the
basic design features that should be considered when selecting a RAFT agent or macro …

This article deals with recent progress including the author's work in the field of block
copolymer self-assembly in solution and on solid surfaces. The synthesis methods for …

This review traces the development of addition–fragmentation chain transfer agents and
related ring-opening monomers highlighting recent innovation in these areas. The major …

Polymers containing ionic groups are among the most important classes of macromolecules.
These types of polymers range from naturally occurring biopolymers such as proteins and …

Among the living radical polymerization techniques, reversible addition–fragmentation chain
transfer (RAFT) and macromolecular design via the interchange of xanthates (MADIX) …

Advanced drug delivery systems (DDS) present indubitable benefits for drug administration.
Over the past three decades, new approaches have been suggested for the development of …

Stimuli-responsive nanoparticles with target capacity are of great interest in drug delivery for
cancer therapy. However, the challenge is to achieve highly smart release with precise …

Radical polymerization with reversible addition− fragmentation chain transfer (RAFT
polymerization) can be used to synthesize a wide range of polymers of controlled …