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- Sequence-controlled polymers are a new type of synthetic polymers that have a specific arrangement of monomers, similar to natural biopolymers.
- Recent advancements in creating these polymers have opened up new possibilities for their functional applications in various fields.
- The article discusses these developments and outlines current challenges and future directions for research in sequence-controlled polymers.
Article Abstract
Sequence-controlled polymers are an emerging class of synthetic polymers with a regulated sequence of monomers. In the past decade, tremendous progress has been made in the synthesis of polymers with the sophisticated sequence control approaching the level manifested in biopolymers. In contrast, the exploration of novel functions that can be achieved by controlling synthetic polymer sequences represents an emerging focus in polymer science. This Viewpoint will survey recent advances in the functional applications of sequence-controlled polymers and provide a perspective on the challenges and outlook for pursuing future applications of this fascinating class of macromolecules.
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