Project Details
Projekt
Dynamics and non-equilibrium states of randomly cross-linked block copolymer melts (A04)
Subject Area
Statistical Physics, Nonlinear Dynamics, Complex Systems, Soft and Fluid Matter, Biological Physics
Term
from 2011 to 2018
Project identifier
Deutsche Forschungsgemeinschaft (DFG) - Project number 178321814
Combining analytic theory, simulation and experiment we will investigate the interplay between non-equilibrium chain conformations, self-assembly of block copolymers, and mechanical properties. Two prototypical scenarios will be considered: (i) frozen chain topology by crosslinking and (ii) deformed chain conformations due to mechanical stretching. These model systems will provide insights how constrained, non-equilibrium conformations modify the free-energy landscape and thereby impact mechanical properties and structure formation.
DFG Programme
Collaborative Research Centres
Applicant Institution
Georg-August-Universität Göttingen
Project Heads
Professor Dr. Marcus Müller, since 1/2015; Professor Dr. Philipp Vana; Professorin Dr. Annette Zippelius
