Substrate-independent layer-by-layer assembly using catechol-functionalized polymers
US8551568B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 18, 2012 |
| Grant date | Oct 8, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 18, 2032 |
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- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC08G85/004
- WIPO fieldMacromolecular chemistry, polymers
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
The present invention provides a simple, non-destructive and versatile method that enables layer-by-layer (LbL) assembly to be performed on virtually any substrate. A novel catechol-functionalized polymer which adsorbs to virtually all surfaces and can serve as a platform for LbL assembly in a surface-independent fashion is also provided.
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