Vinyl-Comonomer Additive for Radically Activated Dynamic Phenomena
Reika Katsumata
Recycling thermoplastics and thermosets
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.
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.
Available for Licensing and/or Sponsored Research
UMA 23-060
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Patent Pending
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