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Phase Morphology–Structure–Property–Recyclability Relationships of Dynamically Crosslinked Thiol-Ene Photopolymers

RSC Appl. Polym., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6LP00028B, Paper

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Mengdi Chen, Saleh Alfarhan, Reyna Stockwell, Kailong Jin
Thiol–ene photopolymerization provides a versatile platform for constructing dynamic covalent adaptable networks through the incorporation of reversible or exchangeable bonds. However, in such dynamic thiol-ene photopolymers, the influence of phase...
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Self-healable acrylic/polyolefin-reinforced composites for H2 fuel applications

RSC Appl. Polym., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6LP00079G, Paper

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Samruddhi Gaikwad, Jacob Fischer, Qianhui Liu, Siyang Wang, Dale Hitchcock, Jake Amoroso, Charles James, Marek W. Urban
Schematic diagram of self-healable hydrogen fuel delivery.
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Polymersomes with Aggregation-Induced Emission: Synthesis, Self-assembly, and Biomedical Applications

RSC Appl. Polym., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6LP00044D, Perspective

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Yubin Pu, Hao Han, Siyu Song, Shoupeng Cao
Polymeric vesicles, also known as polymersomes, are self-assembled nanostructures typically from amphiphilic block copolymers. They have been regarded as versatile platforms with broad biomedical applications owing to their facile ability...
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Polyethylene (PE) Vitrimer by Cross-linking Two Mass-produced Ethylene-based Polymers through One-step Reactive Blending

RSC Appl. Polym., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D5LP00399G, Paper

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Xuanwei Zhang, Siyu Guo, Xiaopei Li, Yongjie Zhang
Cross-linked polyethylene (XLPE) possesses excellent performance, making it an ideal choice for diverse applications. Yet traditional XLPE is hard to reprocess and recycle due to its three-dimensional cross-linked networks, causing...
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3D UV printing with a polymeric ionic liquid and its gold nanoparticle-embedded composites

RSC Appl. Polym., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6LP00007J, Paper

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Susana Ferrufino Amador, Rudy White, Olivia Downey, Kayla Foy, Rachel Wynn, Hawa Khan, Megan O'Neil, Olivia McNair, Samrat Dutta
Our manuscript presents conductive all-ionic-liquid polymerized matrices, with and without gold nanoparticles, compatible with commercial 3D printers for potential electronic applications.
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Imidazolium-mediated poly(ionic liquid) hydrogels for multifunctional pollutant removal systems

RSC Appl. Polym., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D5LP00361J, Paper

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Muhammed Yoosuf, Zhaksylyk Suiindik, Sudhir Ravula, Jason E. Bara, Irshad Kammakakam
The advancement of hydrogel materials through the utilization of novel imidazolium-mediated poly(IL) crosslinked networks within PEG chains matrix, enhances structural integrity and pollutant removal in wastewater separation applications.
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Unexpected crystallization barrier in partially miscible polymer blends – a new opportunity for tailoring self-reinforcing polymer materials

RSC Appl. Polym., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6LP00013D, Paper

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Robert D. L. Jerusalem, Michail Maricanov, Anas Kerkour el Miad, Hannah Keune, Frank Katzenberg, Joerg C. Tiller
PVDF and PEtOx were cross-linked to obtain a low T_g material with inhibited crystallisation due to a high T_g barrier surrounding the seed crystals. The resulting material is self-enforcing upon strain by strain-induced crystallisation.
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Multi-responsive polymers with degradable side-chain functionality for controlled hydrolysis and tunable thermal transition

RSC Appl. Polym., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D5LP00379B, Paper

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Maryam Behzad Khoshgoee, Mithun Kumar Debnath, Griffin Pardo, Yichun Yuan, Muhammad Zeeshan, Erqian Mao, Thomas G. Gray, Burcu Gurkan, Matthew J. Bertin, Metin Karayilan
Dual-responsive terpolymers with hydrolytically labile side chains exhibit tunable phase transitions, degradation kinetics, and radiofrequency-triggered thermal responses, offering a versatile platform for injectable and programmable biomaterials.
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Bio-based vitrimers: chemistry, performance and applications

RSC Appl. Polym., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D5LP00408J, Review Article

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Edoardo Albertini, Sara Dalle Vacche, Alessandra Vitale
Recent advances in bio-based vitrimers are reviewed, linking renewable feedstocks to emerging applications in composites, packaging, additive manufacturing, adhesives, electronics and foams for sustainable thermoset design.
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Multifunctional ion-conductive hydrogels with self-healing, antifreeze, and water-retention capabilities for robust wearable sensing

RSC Appl. Polym., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6LP00011H, Paper

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Zhongyuan Lin, Ze Li, Xinpeng Lv, Yuhang Shen, Chunpeng Ai, Peng Li
A hydrogel with self-healing, cold-resistant and anti-drying properties was prepared.
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Impact of π-conjugation and fluorination on the sensing performance of 1,6-pyrene covalent triazine frameworks

RSC Appl. Polym., 2026, 4,839-850
DOI: 10.1039/D5LP00381D, Paper

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M. Carmen Borrallo-Aniceto, Beatriz Fuerte-Díez, Laura González-Aguilera, M. Luisa Ferrer, M. Pilar Lillo, Andreas Mavrandonakis, Urbano Díaz, Eva M. Maya, Marta Iglesias
We report the synthesis of covalent triazine frameworks (CTFs) based on 1,6-substituted pyrene derivatives, where triazine electron-acceptor units are either directly attached to the pyrene core or linked through aryl or fluoroaryl π-bridges.
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Unlocking high-performance capacitive energy storage: advances in polymer nanocomposite dielectrics

RSC Appl. Polym., 2026, 4,502-523
DOI: 10.1039/D4LP00357H, Review Article

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Tanuj Kumar, Rahul Singhal, Ramesh Kumar, Arunima Verma, Priya Jasrotia, Arun Kumar, Rajeev Gupta, Ajay Singh Verma, Priyankaben Trivedi, Manju Bala
Polymers possess outstanding processability, high dielectric breakdown strength, and favorable mechanical properties; however, their dielectric properties deteriorate at extreme temperatures, posing a major challenge for energy-storage applications.
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Polyhydroxyalkanoate block polymer adhesives derived from long-chain aliphatic β-lactones and lactide

RSC Appl. Polym., 2026, 4,796-806
DOI: 10.1039/D5LP00389J, Paper

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Peter V. Kelly, Alison Block, Brenden D. Hoehn, Pathikrit Saha, Christopher J. Ellison, Marc A. Hillmyer
Pressure sensitive adhesives (PSAs) are contained in numerous packaging products as labels, tapes, and sealants.
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Fabrication of gallic acid crosslinked chitosan/poly(1-vinylpyrrolidone-co-vinyl acetate) antioxidant films for green chilli packaging

RSC Appl. Polym., 2026, 4,767-784
DOI: 10.1039/D5LP00339C, Paper

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Bhagyalakshmi A. Sheeparamatti, Priyanka Baburao, Priyadarshini, Shiddalingesh G. Havanur, Ravindra B. Chougale, Manjushree Nagaraj Gunaki, Ajitkumar Appayya Hunashyal, Saraswati P. Masti, Nagarjuna Prakash Dalbanjan, S. K. Praveen Kumar
Gallic acid-incorporated biodegradable films with superior antioxidant efficiency for green chilli storage.
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Sustainable synthesis methods of lignin-based copolymers: recyclable non-carbodiimide catalytic systems in aqueous solvent

RSC Appl. Polym., 2026, 4,823-838
DOI: 10.1039/D5LP00387C, Paper

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Christian Gonzalez, Arijit Ghorai, Hoyong Chung
Synthesis of biomass lignin-based copolymers using the sustainable Mukaiyama reagent and recyclable catalyst under aqueous conditions.
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Accelerated ageing of silicone rubber and XLPE used in HV cable accessories: a thermomechanical analysis

RSC Appl. Polym., 2026, 4,785-795
DOI: 10.1039/D5LP00369E, Paper

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Oscar Kayanja, Emre Kantar, Svein M. Hellesø, Julia Glaum, Sverre Hvidsten, Mari-Ann Einarsrud
The response to constant and cyclic loading after accelerated thermomechanical ageing of silicone rubber used in cable terminations is presented, along with the suitability of these materials for future cable termination designs.
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Enhancing the mechanical properties of epoxy with graphene quantum dots: a molecular dynamics study

RSC Appl. Polym., 2026, 4,753-766
DOI: 10.1039/D5LP00373C, Paper

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Swapnil S. Bamane, Prathamesh P. Deshpande, Folarin Erogbogbo, Ozgur Keles
Graphene quantum dots boost the mechanical performance of the epoxy for it's application in aerospace, defense, and energy.
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Ionogel thin films as a compatibilizing pretreatment for electrospray deposition

RSC Appl. Polym., 2026, 4,524-529
DOI: 10.1039/D5LP00359H, Communication

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Tejasvi Venkat, Hannah Mow, Emily Li, Weronika Wasniowska, Ayman Rouf, Noah M. McAllister, Zainab Al-Jaleel, Jonathan P. Singer
Dip coating in an aqueous solution of a block copolymer and an ionic liquid forms a thin, robust, removable, and conductive ionogel film, enabling (self-limiting) electrospray deposition on insulating surfaces.
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Harnessing 1,8-Naphthalimide based amide capped with Pluronic F127 micelles for the detection of chlorpyrifos methyl and erythrosine B

RSC Appl. Polym., 2026, 4,689-703
DOI: 10.1039/D5LP00287G, Paper

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Nisha Jain, Navneet Kaur
NPOH@PF127 enables sensitive detection of chlorpyrifos methyl (LOD = 1.28 µM) and erythrosine B (LOD = 0.18 µM), with broad linear detection ranges and recovery rates of 96%–110% in juices, highlighting its potential for food-safety monitoring.
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Study of uniaxially stretched single-layer and multi-layer blown films based on poly(butylene adipate-co-terephthalate) and inorganic fillers for food and agriculture applications

RSC Appl. Polym., 2026, 4,674-688
DOI: 10.1039/D5LP00306G, Paper

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Debarshi Nath, Matias Menossi, Ehsan Pesaranhajiabbas, Michael R. Snowdon, Amar K. Mohanty, Manjusri Misra
This study develops a biodegradable flexible packaging material using poly(butylene adipate-co-terephthalate) (PBAT) with talc or CaCO₃ (at 25 wt%) using the blown film extrusion method for flexible packaging applications.
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Detection, identification, and quantification of polymer additives: a review of techniques, approaches, challenges, and a possible roadmap in analysis

RSC Appl. Polym., 2026, 4,466-501
DOI: 10.1039/D5LP00329F, Review Article

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Tanmay Rahman, Daniel Meadows, Ke Zhan, Harrish Kumar Senthil Kumar, Marshall Smith, Virginia A. Davis, Bryan S. Beckingham, Yucheng Peng, Edward Davis
A critical review outlining fundamentals, challenges, and application of techniques for polymer additive analysis, and a framework for selecting and combining methods effectively.
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Effect of corona charging, additives and processing conditions on the barrier and filtration properties of polypropylene melt-blowns

RSC Appl. Polym., 2026, 4,807-822
DOI: 10.1039/D5LP00221D, Paper

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Partha Sikdar, Gajanan S. Bhat
Air pollution and airborne pathogens pose significant risks to public health and well-being.
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Chloroform outperforms chlorobenzene for enhanced mobility in amphiphilic polymer OFETs

RSC Appl. Polym., 2026, 4,716-724
DOI: 10.1039/D5LP00320B, Paper

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Preeti Yadav, Shunsuke Yamamoto, Kodai Yamanaka, Hengyuan Wang, Nadège Bonnet, Yabing Qi, Itaru Osaka, Christine K. Luscombe
In amphiphilic polymer OFETs, chloroform yields ∼2× greater mobility than chlorobenzene (CB) despite higher lattice disorder. We hypothesize that amphiphilic interactions restrict crystallite growth in CB, leading to poor inter-grain connectivity.
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Biodegradable copper complexing polymeric microparticles relieve oxidative stress

RSC Appl. Polym., 2026, 4,557-567
DOI: 10.1039/D5LP00289C, Paper

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Laurel Zhang, Cole Latvis, Xiaokun Jiang, Yadong Wang, Simon Van Herck
Copper–ligand microparticles act as biocatalytic scavengers of reactive oxygen species, providing cellular protection against oxidative stress and restoring balance to inflammatory responses.
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Recyclable and eco-compatible polymer composite nanofibers for broad-spectrum dye remediation

RSC Appl. Polym., 2026, 4,725-735
DOI: 10.1039/D5LP00307E, Paper

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Kritika Rajput, Jesus Vazquez Chavez, Ana B. Jorge Sobrido, Manish Dev Sharma, Colin R. Crick
Photocatalytic nanoparticles (NPs) can be effective in degrading synthetic dyes, but their practical application is often limited by challenges in handling, recovery and recycling, leading to catalyst loss during use.
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Functionalized nanocellulose for efficient removal of ammonium impurities from contaminated water

RSC Appl. Polym., 2026, 4,626-635
DOI: 10.1039/D5LP00201J, Paper

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Priyanka Sharma, Eyad Mohammed A. Alfarsi, Stanley C. Hicks, Miles Anthony Miller, Saikumar Muddapu, Abbygayle Razalind Ruggiero, William Borges, Julian J. Koebbe, Michael Kahwaji, Anindya K. Swarnakar, James Springstead
Negatively charged cellulose nanofibers (CNFs) showed excellent removal efficiency for ammonium impurities in water.
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Electrical treeing in stress-whitened polypropylene thermoplastic elastomer cable insulation

RSC Appl. Polym., 2026, 4,530-542
DOI: 10.1039/D5LP00365B, Paper

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Henrik Strand, Jorunn Hølto, Sverre Hvidsten, Mari-Ann Einarsrud
PP-TPE is considered a more sustainable alternative to conventional high-voltage cable insulation materials. This study explores how stress whitening from mechanical impact influences electrical treeing dynamics and partial discharges in PP-TPE.
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Application of chewed gum for treating oil sands tailings and adsorbing organic dyes and heavy metal ions

RSC Appl. Polym., 2026, 4,615-625
DOI: 10.1039/D5LP00278H, Paper

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Wei Zhang, Amirhossein Farshchi-Andisi, Maryam Salami, Michael J. Serpe
Here, we investigated the use of waste chewing gum as an environmentally problematic waste product for use as a sorbent for treating tailings pond water (TPW) from the Alberta oil sands.
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Development of an adsorption–desorption technique for the recovery of rare-earth metal ions using the phase transition behavior of zwitterionic polymer brushes

RSC Appl. Polym., 2026, 4,736-752
DOI: 10.1039/D5LP00239G, Paper

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Tommy Suhartono Wijaya Tan, Naokazu Idota, Takehiko Tsukahara
Zwitterionicpolymer brush on a porous silica particle (P-SiO₂-poly(DMAPS)) was developed, achieving complete adsorption and desorption of lanthanide ions based on its phase transition behavior.
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High-refractive-index copolymers produced by radical copolymerization of aromatic heterocyclic monomers in deep eutectic solvents

RSC Appl. Polym., 2026, 4,591-600
DOI: 10.1039/D5LP00343A, Paper

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Yuji Tsuhara, Kento Sato, Sadaki Samitsu, Hideharu Mori
We report the green production of high-refractive-index copolymers in deep eutectic solvents by the radical copolymerization of aromatic heterocyclic S-vinyl and N-vinyl monomers, combined with methyl methacrylate.
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Understanding nucleation efficiency of stereocomplex-crystallites on homochiral crystallization in poly(L-lactide)/poly(D-lactide) blends: homogenization near crystal growth front

RSC Appl. Polym., 2026, 4,651-661
DOI: 10.1039/D4LP00319E, Paper

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Qi Chen, Mansurali Mithani, Rafael Auras, Jacob Judas Kain Kirkensgaard, Ilke Uysal-Unalan
Nucleation efficiency of pre-existing stereocomplex (SC) crystals on homochiral crystallization is linked to the concentration of 10₃ helices, controlled by homogenization as helices and local blends near the SC growth front diffuse into the matrix.
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Preparation, characterization and properties of PPC-based fully biodegradable ternary blends for sustainable packaging application

RSC Appl. Polym., 2026, 4,601-614
DOI: 10.1039/D5LP00274E, Paper

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Yong Chen, Yang Zhao, Min Xiao, Yue-Zhong Meng
The ternary blend film with a composition of PVA/PPC-PU/PPC-X (30/30/40 wt%) was prepared. It exhibited superior mechanical and gas barrier properties, demonstrating a promising strategy for developing high-performance biodegradable packaging.
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High-throughput bioprinted 3D cultures for probing host–pathogen interactions in bioinspired microenvironments

RSC Appl. Polym., 2026, 4,543-556
DOI: 10.1039/D5LP00285K, Paper

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Jodi Graf, DeVonte Moore, Catherine L. Grimes, Catherine A. Fromen, April M. Kloxin
We established a high throughput bioprinting approach for encapsulating, differentiating, and analyzing human macrophage response to pathogens in bioinspired, well-defined ECMs.
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Peptide-reinforced, photocrosslinkable PEG-based hydrogels

RSC Appl. Polym., 2026, 4,704-715
DOI: 10.1039/D5LP00335K, Paper

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Sam Russell, Daseul Jang, Jessica Thomas, Patrick Grysan, Linus Sprandl, Markus Biesalski, LaShanda T. J. Korley, Nico Bruns
Peptide blocks close to the crosslinking points mechanically reinforce photocurable PEG-based hydrogels. These polymer conetworks could be applied as biomaterials or for controlled drug delivery systems.
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Synthesis and study of donor–acceptor conjugated polymers based on isoindigo units via a metal-free aldol polymerization strategy

RSC Appl. Polym., 2026, 4,662-673
DOI: 10.1039/D5LP00341E, Paper

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Prerak R. Patel, Mayur J. Patel, Parameswar K. Iyer, Sanjio S. Zade, Arun L. Patel
Development of metal-free aldol polymerization method for the synthesis of donor-acceptor conjugated polymers.
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Multifunctional flexible electrospun polydimethylsiloxane (ePDMS) membranes for soft robotics applications and photocatalytic conversion platforms

RSC Appl. Polym., 2026, 4,568-581
DOI: 10.1039/D5LP00354G, Paper

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I. R. Reshma, Gokula Nathan Kasinathan, Akshay Tikoo, Praveen Meduri, Subha Narayan Rath, Shourya Dutta-Gupta
Electrospun PDMS membranes with tailored solvent-responsive shrinkage and folding are demonstrated. The membranes are used as soft robotic traps, self-sealing membranes, and oxygen-permeable films to enhance photocatalytic H₂O₂ generation.
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Effective and sustainable removal of a model fluorescent brightener using bicarbonate-loaded polyelectrolytes in a closed-loop CO2 cycle

RSC Appl. Polym., 2026, 4,582-590
DOI: 10.1039/D5LP00281H, Paper

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Eri Yoshida
Bicarbonate-loaded polyelectrolytes enable reversible, quantitative capture and release of a toxic fluorescent brightener in a closed-loop CO₂ cycle.
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The effect of Bisphenol A vs. Bisphenol F on the performance of polysulfone membranes

RSC Appl. Polym., 2026, 4,636-650
DOI: 10.1039/D5LP00299K, Paper

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Taysha Telenar, Rowen Sadlier, Kelly Nguyen, Alexis Powell, Oshio Oyageshio, Matthew D. Green
Systematic comparison of pBPA and pBPF polysulfone membranes reveals how backbone structure, molecular weight, and casting concentration govern permeance and mechanical properties.
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Low band gap π-conjugated porous polymers as bifunctional photoelectrocatalysts for overall water splitting

RSC Appl. Polym., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D5LP00398A, Paper

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Bantumelli Prachuritha, Pranav Utpalla, Dasari Sai Hemanth Kumar, Krishnamurthi Muralidharan
We have used conjugated microporous polymers (CMPs) as bifunctional catalyst for HER/OER/OWSR.
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Methacrylated Gelatin-Based Conductive Self-Healing Hydrogels: A Dual-Scale Approach for Micro- and Macro-Sized Soft Materials

RSC Appl. Polym., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D5LP00406C, Paper

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Didem Aycan, Maria Regato-Herbella, Fereydoon Taheri, Angeles De La Cruz-García, Sebastian Weber, Neslian Alemdar, Christine Selhuber-Unkel
Soft robotic microsystems, inspired by the flexibility of biological structures, have gained significant research interest due to their ability to navigate complex environments with high adaptability. Electroconductive hydrogels (ECHs) have...
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Systematic investigation of urea containing sidechains in electrochromic ProDOT and EDOT copolymers

RSC Appl. Polym., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D5LP00413F, Paper

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Md Mahmudul Hasan, Raul S. Ramos, Kavish Saini, Md Shahjahan Mahmud, Ashley Morales, Adrian Bocanegra Richarte, Michael Lyubchenko, Sreeprasad T. Sreenivasan, Yirong Lin, Robert M. Pankow
A series of ProDOT and EDOT copolymers with varied alkyl substituents and urea or phthalimide functional groups are systematically investigated to determine how the sidechain and functional group identity influence the electrochromic switching.
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Preparation and application of piperidinium-functionalized cross-linked polynorbornene-based anion-exchange membranes

RSC Appl. Polym., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6LP00002A, Communication

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Haixia Zhang, Yubing Xiao, Hesong Guo, Xiang Li, Yu Wang, Wei You
Combining piperidinium cations and dithiol-cross-linked polynorbornene backbones gives rise to anion-exchange membranes with excellent durability.
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Engineering protein-based fiber-reinforced pneumatic actuators

RSC Appl. Polym., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D5LP00370A, Paper

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Sandra Edward, David Wilcoski, Natalie Taylor, Jason Robinson, Bryan Kaehr, Girish Krishnan, Holly M. Golecki
Protein-derived soft actuators enable the devlopment of mechanically robust robots for sustainable biomedical and environmental integration.
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Polymeric sensors at the crossroads of sustainability and scalability: low-temperature fabrication for environmental and health monitoring

RSC Appl. Polym., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D5LP00385G, Review Article

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Suvitha S. Kumar, Berly Robert, Sreeram K. Kalpathy, Tiju Thomas
Polymer-based sensors fabricated at low-temperatures enable scalable, IoT-ready monitoring while reducing energy and material waste, supporting the transition from Industry 4.0 smartification to Industry 5.0 sustainability.
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