The National Science Foundation (NSF) Division of Chemistry awarded a $645,000 Project Grant to faculty at Johns Hopkins University to conduct research on entropically constrained self-limiting supramolecular polymerization. The 3-year project, which commenced on July 1, 2024, aims to uncover the fundamental factors influencing the synthesis and properties of innovative supramolecular polymers that combine the strengths of traditional plastics with self-healing and responsive capabilities. Key research objectives include fine-tuning supramolecular polymer contour length, understanding nucleation and growth kinetics, and utilizing computational modeling to establish molecular design principles for self-limiting supramolecular polymerization. The results are expected to enhance foundational knowledge on structure-property relationships in supramolecular polymeric systems, with potential applications in energy storage, medical implants, and drug delivery. In addition to publications and conferences, the project will support educational and outreach initiatives to engage diverse students from K-12 to graduate levels.
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