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Processes based on the interactions of light with polymers have become increasingly important in many applications. As regards photophysical processes, the main examples cover photoconductivity, photochromism, electro-optic and nonlinear phenomena. Light-emitting diodes (LEDs), lasers, solar cells, optical wave guides, or optical fibers are some selected examples of the most important technical applications in this field. On the other hand, irradiation can also serve as a tool for the synthesis of polymers. In this domain of photochemical processes, UV-curable coatings, dental systems, printing plates, holography, and the synthesis of block-and-graft copolymers are the main researches. Obviously, the fields related to Polymer and Light is very broad.

Polymer synthesis and photoinduced modification

New photoinitiating systems

(water-soluble, low migration, visible and near infrared light absorption, low intensity, photoinitiator catalysts, photobase generator, etc.)

New photoinduced polymerization: controlled radical photopolymerization, cationic/radical tandem photopolymerization, polyaddition reactions

New processes driven by photopolymerization: aerosol polymerization, emulsion polymerization, microfluidic devices

Surface photo-modification

High energy curing (EUV, e-beam)

Light-responsive smart polymer materials

For control of wettability, self-assembly and shape

 For luminescent materials

For photochromism

For photoswitches

For photoactuators

Photopolymers for advanced applications

Technological applications driven by photopolymers: additive manufacturing, self-healing materials, adhesives, (nano)composites, latex, etc.

Micro- and nanostructuring of polymer surfaces: fabrication, properties, applications

The topic ‘polymer interfaces, (nano)composites’ is dedicated to all theoretical and experimental aspects of interfaces in polymeric materials and polymer-based (nano)composite materials. This topic covers research areas ranging from the fabrication of the material/surface up to its application, in particular on the basis of original properties at interfaces. ‘Polymer interfaces, (nano)composites’ emphasizes current theoretical ideas and modern experimental tools for characterizing the chemical, physical and physico-chemical properties of polymer surfaces and interfaces. The ‘polymer interfaces, (nano)composites’ will focus not only on current advances in research (experimental or theoretical) but also on the use of polymers and (nano)composite materials in different fields.

(Nano)composites materials

Innovative fabrication/processing of (nano)composites

Characterization of (nano)composite properties: structure-property-fonction

Applications of (nano)composites

Bio-based (nano)composites

Interface / Interphase in polymer (nano)composites

Advanced polymer composites and nanocomposites

Surfaces and interfaces

Polymer surface functionalization and modification

Polymer coatings

Bio-surfaces and bio-interfaces

Smart polymeric surfaces

Advanced polymeric nano- or micro-particles

Wetting and adhesion phenomena

Polymer surfaces and interfaces: from characterization and modification to applications

Macromolecules are an essential piece of our life and are found in a large range of different applications, including construction, materials, composites, food, health and personal care, among others. The focus of this thematic session is the broad topic of macromolecular engineering for the design of advanced polymer structures. In recent years, there is a clear trend for the convergence of synthetic organic chemistry, polymer science and biotechnology in the creation of an infinite spectrum of tailored molecular architectures. The main tendencies involve precision macromolecular chemistry, self-assembly strategies and controlled/living polymerization techniques.

Precision macromolecular chemistry

Sequence-controlled polymers

Mechanisms and catalysis

Chemical modification and functionalization

Polymer architectures and assemblies

Complex architectures

Self-assembly

Controlled morphologies

The aim of this topic is to provide a forum for scientists from both academia and industry to present and discuss their activities in the broad field of polymers and sustainable development. Recent research in new materials, new processes, and new technologies focusing on sustainable practices in polymer science will be presented, covering topics such as biopolymers and polymers from renewable resources, polymers obtained from biocatalysis or biotechnological processes as well as current research on the sustainable end-of-life management of polymers such as polymer (bio)degradation, polymer (bio)recycling, plastic waste management, eco-toxicity…

 Sustainable polymers

Biopolymers, Bio-based monomers and polymers

Biocatalysis and biotechnological production

Sustainable polymerization processes

Polymers end-of-life management

Polymers degradation, Eco-toxicity, LCA

Biodegradability and biorecycling

Polymers recycling, plastic waste management

Details

Theoretical modeling and molecular simulations

Theoretical and computational methods

Multiscale modeling

 Polymer Physics and Characterizations

Structure, structure formation and structural properties

self-assembling polymer systems

Optical properties and polymer electronics

Mechanical properties (bulk, polymer films)

Polymer crystallization

Polymer structure and morphology

Advanced functional characterization