Polymer science

A breakthrough approach integrates light-responsive molecules into polymers to advance biomedical applications.

A new polymer gel may offer a drug-free solution to preventing retinal scarring after eye surgery.

From forming protective physical barriers to stabilizing mRNA vaccines, polymers provide endless solutions to the threat of coronaviruses and other current and impending diseases.

A new method to synthesize degradable nanoparticles may lead to eco-friendly applications in catalysis, sensing and medicine.

With a sound understanding of polymers, their properties and the methods to synthesize them, scientists can create novel materials for a wide range of practical applications.

Researchers at A*STAR have invented a biodegradable thermogel that mimics the clear, gelatinous substance called vitreous in the eye.

A superglue polymerization strategy that fortifies encapsulated ‘liquid marble’ water droplets also strengthens their market potential

Fused polymer-based multicomponent fibers provide well-defined domains for cell co-culture in tissue engineering

Novel polymers release their drug cargo in response to body temperature