Well-defined novel fluorene-containing polymers: Synthesis, fluorescent properties, and micellar nanoparticles

► We report a new monomer, 9,9-diethylfluoren-2-yl methyl methacrylate (FMMA). ► (Co)polymers containing fluorenyl pendant have photoluminescent properties. ► PDMAEMA-b-PFMMA shows self-assembly into micellar nanoparticles. ► They have photoluminescent response when carrying and releasing guest molecules.