Novel Zwitterionic Polymers as Novel Polymeric Surfactants, Coatings and Interlayers

PRODUCT OPPORTUNITIES

• Novel polymeric surfactants
• Novel interlayers in electronic devices
• Novel coatings

PRODUCT OPPORTUNITIES

ADVANTAGES

• Highly solvent-stable, and capable of retaining the desired optical properties of the perovskite nanoparticles even in the presence of water
• Highly transparent
• Amenable to photolithographic processing

TECHNOLOGY DESCRIPTION

This invention provides a new class of zwitterionic polymers that exhibit hydrophobic properties and are soluble in polar organic solvents, allowing for their use as novel polymeric surfactants, and as functional materials in other applications.

ABOUT THE LEAD INVENTOR

Dr. Todd Emrick is a Professor in the Department of Polymer Science and Engineering. He is a prolific inventor and a Fellow of the National Academy of Inventors.

AVAILABILITY:

Available for Licensing and/or Sponsored Research

DOCKET:

UMA 19-066

PATENT STATUS:

Patent Issued

NON-CONFIDENTIAL INVENTION DISCLOSURE

LEAD INVENTOR:

Todd S. Emrick, Ph.D.

CONTACT:

This invention provides a new class of zwitterionic polymers that exhibit hydrophobic properties and are soluble in polar organic solvents, allowing for their use as novel polymeric surfactants, and as functional materials in other applications.