Polymer-based nanotechnology

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Our researchers are making big discoveries in the smallest of spaces—developing polymer-based solutions for micro-electronics, nanoparticle drug delivery systems, flame-resistant fabrics and more.

Institutes, centers and labs related to Polymer-based nanotechnology

Center for Layered Polymeric Systems (CLiPS)

An NSF Science and Technology Center advancing the nation's science and technology agenda through the development of new materials and material systems

Center for Advanced Polymer Processing

Develops new advanced and functional multiphase complex materials and optimizes the performance of existing ones by integrating the most advanced experimental and computational capabilities.

Center of Advanced Science and Engineering for Carbon

Pursues an integrated science and engineering program by utilizing emerging carbon nanotechnology to develop new materials, devices and systems.

David Schiraldi Research Group

Studies fuel cells, composite material science, biopolymers and nanotechnology.

Liming Dai's Group

Develops controlled macromolecules and methods to synthesize fine nanomaterials, and studies the material hazards.

Mixing Science and Technology Group

Studies strategies for thermoset recycling and development of high performance materials.

Advincula Research Group

Develops ultrathin or superhydrophobic film coatings, packaging films using nanocomposites and other needs of the oil and gas industry.

Faculty who conduct research in Polymer-based nanotechnology

Eric Baer

Professor, Macromolecular Science and Engineering

Director, NSF Center for Layered Polymeric Systems

Develops processing-structure-property relationships in polymeric systems; creates micro- and nano-layered films; and produces biomimetic hierarchical structures of soft materials