Polymers are ubiquitous and are used in everything from clothing, plastics, paints, and adhesives. They are also used in biological applications including drug delivery and tissue engineering, and many nature’s macromolecules are polymers. This course will cover the synthesis of polymers, as well the interrelationship between molecular structure, morphology, and properties. Applications of polymers will be discussed and the course will end with a discussion on the environmental impact of polymers. 

Target students  

This course is intended for those interested in learning how the most ubiquitous material, out of all materials classes, function. The course does not require prior knowledge of polymers but it is intended that we will end with graduate level understanding of polymers. The course will cover a wide range of applications including using polymers for electronics and biological applications and thus should be suitable for a wide range of students.