The University of Massachusetts Amherst

Triazole-rich deoxybenzoin-containing polymers as halogen- and phosphorous-free flame retardants

LEAD INVENTOR:
Dr. Todd Emrick
 
APPLICATIONS
Halogen- and phosphorous-free flame-retardant materials

TECHNOLOGY DESCRIPTION
The invention takes advantage of alkyne-azole chemistry to produce impressive non-toxic and safe flame-retardant polymers and additives that can be integrated into industrial processes.

ABOUT THE 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. His research focuses on synthetic organic/polymer chemistry, functionalization of nanoscale and 2D materials, aqueous polymer assembly and the preparation of polymer-based therapeutics.  
AVAILABILITY:
Available for Licensing and/or Sponsored Research
DOCKET:
UMA 23-013
PATENT STATUS:
Patent pending
Contact:
Nikki Hoang
Licensing Officer
University of Massachusetts
nikkihoang@research.umass.edu
Inventor(s):
Todd Emrick
Krishnamurthy Munusamy
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