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Formulating and testing a photo-reversible resin for coating various surfaces
Photo-reversible chemistries have opened new possibilities especially in the field of biomedical engineering and our lab has contributed to this process by research on hydrogels based on various dynamic chemistries. We now want to adapt one known and working photo-cleavable linker in a system that is based on organic solvents rather than water. This would allow for the use of the material in a wide range of industrial applications including the digital printing of temporary masks during surface treatments.
The linker we are working with is based on a polyethylene glycol chain functionalized with two photo-cleavable acrylic end groups that allow to connect to different poly acrylate chains. Upon irradiation with a specific wavelength of light, the linker falls apart and the whole polymer network loses its stability leading to dissolution of the network. This project focusses on transferring the working system from water into an organic system. This involves finding the right solvent, adapting the formulation, and testing the resulting material. In this project, you can learn more about polymer chemistry and mechanical testing but also implement your own ideas and approaches based on literature and experiments. We are therefore looking for a creative student with a background in mechanical engineering, material science or chemistry. In general, we are always happy to teach you new things, explore exciting research ideas and do fun science, while providing a stimulating research environment!
The linker we are working with is based on a polyethylene glycol chain functionalized with two photo-cleavable acrylic end groups that allow to connect to different poly acrylate chains. Upon irradiation with a specific wavelength of light, the linker falls apart and the whole polymer network loses its stability leading to dissolution of the network. This project focusses on transferring the working system from water into an organic system. This involves finding the right solvent, adapting the formulation, and testing the resulting material. In this project, you can learn more about polymer chemistry and mechanical testing but also implement your own ideas and approaches based on literature and experiments. We are therefore looking for a creative student with a background in mechanical engineering, material science or chemistry. In general, we are always happy to teach you new things, explore exciting research ideas and do fun science, while providing a stimulating research environment!
The aim of this process is to adapt a resin formulation from a biomedical to an industrial application and understand the changes of its properties. In this process, you will have the opportunity to live out your scientific creativity and deepen your practical skills in material testing.
The aim of this process is to adapt a resin formulation from a biomedical to an industrial application and understand the changes of its properties. In this process, you will have the opportunity to live out your scientific creativity and deepen your practical skills in material testing.