Photobase generators for amino acid N -carboxyanhydride ring-opening photopolymerization: Rapid access to degradable polypeptide-based networks

Key Points

• The research aims to explore photobase generators for amino acid N-carboxyanhydride photopolymerization to create degradable materials.
• Investigated ring-opening photopolymerization using photobase generators.
• Analyzed properties of created polypeptide networks for durability and degradation.
• Compared biocompatibility of polypeptide-based networks to conventional (meth)acrylate networks.
• Developed a new approach to create degradable polypeptide networks for 3D printing.
• Demonstrated improved biocompatibility compared to traditional materials.
• Established potential for reduced microplastic impact in applications.