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Title: Organic Polymer Chemistry in the Context of Novel Processes

Journal Article · · ACS Central Science
 [1];  [2];  [2]
  1. Chemistry Department, University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, North Carolina 27599, United States, Chemical Engineering Department, North Carolina State University, Raleigh, North Carolina 27695, United States, Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center, University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, North Carolina 27599, United States
  2. Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center, University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, North Carolina 27599, United States

This paper was written to shed light on a series of what some have stated are not so obvious connections that link polymer synthesis in supercritical CO2 to cancer treatment and vaccines, nonflammable polymer electrolytes for lithium ion batteries, and 3D printing. In telling this story, we also attempt to show the value of versatility in applying one’s primary area of expertise to address pertinent questions in science and in society. In this Outlook, we attempted to identify key factors to enable a versatile and nimble research effort to take shape in an effort to influence diverse fields and have a tangible impact in the private sector through the translation of discoveries into the marketplace.

Research Organization:
University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, NC (United States)
Sponsoring Organization:
USDOE Office of Science (SC), Basic Energy Sciences (BES); National Science Foundation (NSF); National Institutes of Health (NIH); US Department of the Navy, Office of Naval Research (ONR)
Grant/Contract Number:
A15-0871-001; SC0012673; A15-0871- 001; A15-580-001; CHE-9876674; 1DP1OD006432; U54CA198999; U54CA119373; U54CA151652; N000014-02-1-0185; N00014-07-1-0260; N00014- 07-1-02612
OSTI ID:
1324361
Alternate ID(s):
OSTI ID: 1337512
Journal Information:
ACS Central Science, Journal Name: ACS Central Science Vol. 2 Journal Issue: 9; ISSN 2374-7943
Publisher:
American Chemical SocietyCopyright Statement
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English
Citation Metrics:
Cited by: 4 works
Citation information provided by
Web of Science

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