Vinyl-Comonomer Additive for Radically Activated Dynamic Phenomena

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Recycling thermoplastics and thermosets

APPLICATIONSTECHNOLOGY DESCRIPTION

This invention demonstrates the synthesis of cyclic allyl sulfide small molecule that incorporates into acrylates and styrenic polymer and fosters robust reprocess-ability through radically initiated scission and extension.

ABOUT THE INVENTOR

• • Dr. Reika Katsumata is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Polymer Science and Engineering at the UMass Amherst. Her research interests include design extremely confided soft/hard interfaces.

AVAILABILITY:

Available for Licensing and/or Sponsored Research

DOCKET:

UMA 23-060

PATENT STATUS:

Patent Pending

NON-CONFIDENTIAL INVENTION DISCLOSURE

LEAD INVENTOR:

Reika Katsumata

CONTACT:

 This invention demonstrates the synthesis of cyclic allyl sulfide small molecule that incorporates into acrylates and styrenic polymer and fosters robust reprocess-ability through radically initiated scission and extension.