Large area synthesis of biodegradable two-dimensional polymer

The two-dimensional polymers (2DPs) are topologically planar sheets that have repeat units rendering them crystalline in at least one confirmation. They are anticipated to be useful for a wide range of technological applications. The design and synthesis of two-dimensional (2D) polymers is a challenging task. Depending on their structure, such structures may find useful applications in many diverse areas including controlled drug delivery, chemical sensing and can also potentially act as well-defined 2D scaffolds for ordered functionalization or platforms for bottom up 3D construction.1-3 We present the synthesis of a biodegradable 2D polymer in the micrometer lateral size regime through covalent bonds. Polymer is containing well-defined pores and is able to load and transport a high amount of therapeutic agents.

Keywords:

2D Polymers , Biodegradable , Drug delivery