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Scientists from IMC contributed to developing contrast agents for ^19F magnetic resonance imaging that are sensitive to temperature changes and reactive oxygen species (ROS).

The IMC scientists developed and published in the Nanoscale journal the CT-visible iodinated copolymers for image-guided drug delivery.

We have learned to produce ultrafiltration membranes in the form of miniature probes. We are able to modify their surface to improve biocompatibility without compromising separation efficiency.

The IMC team reported that polycation charge density significantly affects the formation and properties of quaternized dextran/heparin LbL films as potential biomaterial coatings.

ACS Biomaterials Science and Engineering published study of IMC researchers on antibacterial and anticancer activity of tannic acid-modified polycaprolactone scaffolds.

Scientists from IMC transformed the cinnamon biomass into carbon sheets and improved its electrochemical performance by preparing its composites with polypyrrole.

Scientists at IMC have developed smart upconversion nanoparticles for future diabetes theranostics allowing simultaneous targeted diagnostics and therapy.

Researchers from the IMC contributed to the development of a hydrogel-based bioadsorbent for removing pesticides and dyes from wastewater.

Scientists from IMC and Institute of Microbiology CAS developed inhibitors capable effectively modulate tumor microenvironment with potential for application in modern cancer immunotherapy.

This study develops new polyurethane materials that allow for easier recycling at the end of their life cycle.

Researchers from IMC contributed to a theoretical study on charge carrier transport in spintronic transistors made of magnetic polymers. Their results were published in the Journal of Applied Physics.

The paper describes the simple one-pot synthesis and characterization of well-defined gold nanoparticles prepared using hydrophilic polymers as both reducing and stabilizing agents.

Researchers from IMC developed a fast and effective method for synthesizing well-defined poly(HPMAm) brushes under mild conditions using mixed RAFT agents approach.

The Journal of Controlled Release recently published a study presenting novel nanomedicines enabling advanced personalized and targeted treatment of relapsed hematological malignancies.

Quartz crystal microbalance with energy dissipation analysis complemented with variable angle spectroscopic ellipsometry provides insights in the brush conformation, scaling behavior and unravels the crucial molecular parameters of the polymer brushes.

The work is focused on design of macroporous mechanically stable dye adsorbents that combine polyaniline and polypyrrole in one aerogel for the synergistic effect.

This work unravels the effect of side groups on the surface parameters and their resistance to non-specific interactions with blood proteins of poly(N-alkyl acrylamide)-coated surfaces.

The journal Advanced Energy Materials has recently published a study presenting a new approach to modifying solid polymer electrolytes through the inclusion of LiAlO₂ ceramic fillers. This strategy significantly enhances both the electrolyte’s ionic conductivity and electrochemical stability, enabling its application in high-voltage Li-ion batteries.

The Journal of Controlled Release has published a study on overcoming multidrug resistance in solid tumors using polymeric nanotherapeutics developed at IMC in collaboration with scientists from the Institute of Microbiology and Motol University Hospital.

Researchers systematically revealed how bottom and top block thicknesses govern wetting in amphiphilic polymer brushes, thereby unlocking switchable hydrophilic-hydrophobic surfaces.