Solvents and Self-Organization of Polymers [Paperback]

Solvents and Self-Organization of Polymers brings together scientists who are experts in macromolecular synthesis, the physical chemistry and the physics of polymer self-organization. The book also contains experimental results and methods, analytical theory and computer simulations. While the work concentrates on problems of basic science, such practical applications as pharmacology are not excluded. The broad cross-fertilization between these areas makes the book a fascinating and masterly survey of the area.Proceedings of the NATO Advanced Study Institute, Belek, Antalya, Turkey, July 31-August 11, 1995Solvents and Self-Organization of Polymers brings together scientists who are experts in macromolecular synthesis, the physical chemistry and the physics of polymer self-organization. The book also contains experimental results and methods, analytical theory and computer simulations. While the work concentrates on problems of basic science, such practical applications as pharmacology are not excluded. The broad cross-fertilization between these areas makes the book a fascinating and masterly survey of the area.Preface. Overview of Polymer Micelles; Z. Tuzar. Equilibrium and Nonequilibrium Polymer Micelles; P. Munk. Block Copolymers: Syntheses, Colloidal Properties and Application Possibilities of Micellar Systems; G. Riess, G. Hurtrez. Micellization of Ionic Block Copolymers in Three Dimensions; M. Moffitt, et al. Micellization of Block Copolymers in Two Dimensions; C.J. Clarke. Site Specific Drug-Carriers: Polymeric Micelles as High Potential Vehicles for Biologically Active Molecules; S. Cammas, K. Kataoka. Experimental Results on Hydrophobe Release; E. Arca. Solubilization of Hydrophobic Substances by Block Copolymer Micelles in Aqueous Solutions; R. Nagarajan. Monte Carlo Simulations of Self-Assembly in Macromolecular Systems; T. Halilogammau, W.L. Mattice. Self-Assemblies in Ion-Containing Plse