Uncovering a radical-mediated mechanism in the Kumada catalyst transfer polymerization of glycolated polythiophenes | Synapse
January 18, 2026Open Access
Uncovering a radical-mediated mechanism in the Kumada catalyst transfer polymerization of glycolated polythiophenes
Key Points
The aim is to uncover the radical-mediated mechanism in the Kumada catalyst transfer polymerization (KCTP) of glycolated polythiophenes.
Investigation of the KCTP process
Incorporation of MgCl2 to study its effects on polymerization efficiency
Analysis of polymerization control through radical pathway dynamics
Identification of a radical-mediated pathway in KCTP
MgCl2 addition reduces inactive aggregates
Enhanced control and productivity of polymerization is achieved with MgCl2
Abstract
This study reveals a radical-mediated pathway in the KCTP of glycolated thiophenes. Adding MgCl 2 suppresses inactive aggregates to promote a productive and more controlled polymerization.