| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5520056 | Advanced Drug Delivery Reviews | 2016 | 22 Pages |
Abstract
In the last 20Â years, the availability of precision chemical tools (e.g. controlled/living polymerizations, 'click' reactions) has determined a step change in the complexity of both the macromolecular architecture and the chemical functionality of biodegradable polyesters. A major part in this evolution has been played by the possibilities that controlled macromolecular branching offers in terms of tailored physical/biological performance. This review paper aims to provide an updated overview of preparative techniques that derive hyperbranched, dendritic, comb, grafted polyesters through polycondensation or ring-opening polymerization mechanisms.
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Authors
Richard d'Arcy, Jason Burke, Nicola Tirelli,