Iron complexes are applied for the synthesis of polyesters, polyethers, and block copolymers containing esters and ethers. Structure property relationships will be discussed that relate the electron donating capabilities of ancillary ligands to catalyst activity and selectivity. Through knowledge of the polymerization mechanisms, novel polymer architectures are obtainable by changing the identity of the initiating species, altering the oxidation state of the metal, or through end group functionalization reactions. Applications of these materials as biomedical devices and for various engineering applications will also be discussed as well as progress toward incorporation of ethylene into polyesters.

Non-noble metal catalysis for the synthesis of degradable polymers

248th National Meeting (2014)

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