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Elena Tomšík awarded the Werner von Siemens Prize for research in energy storage
The award reflects an outstanding contribution to the research of conductive polymers and their application in energy storage in supercapacitors.
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Fast recycling of polyurethane foams containing bio-based ester-cleavable segments
This study develops new polyurethane materials that allow for easier recycling at the end of their life cycle.
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Spin-polarized current in magnetic polymers
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.
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Synthesis of gold colloid nanoparticles using hydrophilic polymers at mild temperatures
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.
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Fast preparation of poly(HPMAm) brushes via mixed RAFT agents approach
Researchers from IMC developed a fast and effective method for synthesizing well-defined poly(HPMAm) brushes under mild conditions using mixed RAFT agents approach.
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Hybrid antibody-polymer nanomedicines for innovative therapy of relapsed lymphomas
The Journal of Controlled Release recently published a study presenting novel nanomedicines enabling advanced personalized and targeted treatment of relapsed hematological malignancies.
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Probing the brush structure of end-tethered poly(oligo(ethylene glycol) methyl ether methacrylate) chains
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.
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Impact of comonomer ratio on the dye adsorption performance of polyaniline/polypyrrole aerogels
The work is focused on design of macroporous mechanically stable dye adsorbents that combine polyaniline and polypyrrole in one aerogel for the synergistic effect.
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Effect of side groups on the surface parameters and antifouling properties of poly(N-alkyl acrylamide)-coated surfaces
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.
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Composite polymer electrolytes with Li-containing passive fillers for high-voltage solid-state batteries
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.
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Overcoming multidrug resistance with P-glycoprotein-inhibiting polymeric therapeutics
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.
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Wetting of surface grafted hydrophilic-b-hydrophobic block copolymer brushes
Researchers systematically revealed how bottom and top block thicknesses govern wetting in amphiphilic polymer brushes, thereby unlocking switchable hydrophilic-hydrophobic surfaces.
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Biobased hydrogels for use in smart agrochemicals
We prepared poly (itaconic acid) / nanoclay hydrogels with prolonged release of the dye showing their potential application in agrochemical delivery systems.
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Effects of copolymer on the interfacial tension in polymer blends
The Macromolecular Theory and Simulation journal published the invited review article on theories of polymer blends compatibilizations by copolymer addition.
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Comparison of various UHMWPE formulations in contemporary total joint replacements
We have demonstrated that the highly crosslinked UHMWPE formulations with biocompatible stabilizers exhibit the highest resistance to long-term oxidative degradation.
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The influence of bio-based monomers on structure and thermal properties of polyurethanes
In this study, we successfully prepared fully bio-based polyurethane elastomers exhibiting comparable properties to conventional petrochemical polyurethanes.
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Dendrimer-modified Pebax membranes for enhanced CO₂ separation
Scientists from IMC studied the impact of dendrimers on selectivity and permeability of Pebax membranes for CO₂/N₂ separation. The results were published in Polymer journal.
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Smart sensor for early detection of inflammation around implants
Scientists from IMC developed a polymer sensor for early detection of implant-related inflammation by measuring changes in free calcium levels in the tissue microenvironment.
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Dr. Jiří Kotek elected as a member of the Academy Council
On Tuesday, March 18, 2025, Dr. Jiří Kotek, Director of the Institute of Macromolecular Chemistry of the CAS, was elected by the Academy Assembly as a member of the Academy Council for the term 2025–2029.
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Synthesis of fluorinated polymer brushes as coatings for medical applications
The "grafting-from" polymerization of
*N*-(2-fluoroethyl) acrylamide provides fluorinated surfaces with antifouling properties.
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