This paper describes and provides Z1+, the successor of the Z-and Z1-codes for topological
analyses of mono-and polydisperse entangled linear polymeric systems, in the presence or …

Ion-containing polymers have continued to be an important research focus for several
decades due to their use as an electrolyte in energy storage and conversion devices …

The current research unfolds the effect of block lengths, microdomain morphology and
stereocomplexation on the mechanical properties of PLA-b-PCL-b-PLA triblock copolymers …

Thermoplastic elastomer gels have been highlighted in recent years due to their highly
tunable properties, becoming interesting electroactive polymers for the fabrication of …

Recent developments regarding charged multiblock copolymers that can form physical
networks and exhibit robust mechanical properties herald new and exciting opportunities for …

The molecular mechanism behind the process of biodegradation and consequently the loss
in mechanical properties of polylactic acid (PLA) requires detailed understanding for the …

Triblock copolymer gels have garnered considerable scientific interest over the past few
decades and are used in a variety of applications including consumer cushioning, pressure …

Gels are increasingly being used in many applications, and it is important to understand how
these gels fail subjected to mechanical deformation. Here, we investigate the failure …

Physically assembled gels have promising applications in many fields because of their
tunable mechanical properties. Here, we report the mechanical properties as a function of …

Anion exchange membranes (AEMs) continue to provoke interest as electrolytes in low
temperature fuel cells. AEMs based on the triblock copolymer and polystyrene-b-poly …