Polymerization-Induced Self-Assembly for the Synthesis of Polyisoprene-Polystyrene Block and Random Copolymers: Towards High Molecular Weight and Conversion

Back Cover: In article 2400727, Maryam Moradi and Prokopios Georgopanos present the synthesis of polyisoprene (PI) homopolymers, polyisoprene-polystyrene (PI-PS) block and random copolymers via RAFT-PISA polymerization in water. Using a poly(methacrylic acid) macroRAFT agent, PI and PI-PS copolymers with high monomer conversion are achieved. Thorough characterization indicated the successful synthesis, emphasizing PISA's scalability for producing tailored PI-PS copolymers with tailored-made molecular characteristics.