The study of synthetic organic polymers rapidly expanded since Staudinger's recognition of
the covalent structure of macromolecules. Today, these materials are far from just an …

Reversible‐deactivation radical polymerizations (RDRPs) have revolutionized synthetic
polymer chemistry. Nowadays, RDRPs facilitate design and preparation of materials with …

Once referred to as 'materials of 1,000 uses', plastics meet demands in everything from
clothing and automotive sectors to the manufacturing of medical equipment and electronics …

Cross-linked polymers are ubiquitous in daily life, finding applications as tires, insulation,
adhesives, automotive parts, and countless other products. The covalent cross-links in these …

Reversible covalent polymers are able to change their bond arrangement and structure via
reversible reaction triggered by external stimuli including heating, light and pH, while …

Dynamic covalent polymer networks have long been recognized. With the initial focus on the
unintended impact of dynamic covalent linkages on the viscoelasticity of commercial …

Cross-linked networks feature exceptional chemical and mechanical resilience but
consequently lack recyclability. Vitrimers have emerged as a class of materials that feature …

Permanently cross-linked materials have outstanding mechanical properties and solvent
resistance, but they cannot be processed and reshaped once synthesized. Non–cross …

New materials that have the ability to reversibly adapt to their environment and possess a
wide range of responses ranging from self-healing to mechanical work are continually …

Organogels are semi-solid systems with an organic liquid phase immobilized by a three-
dimensional network composed of self-assembled, crosslinked or entangled gelator fibers …