Naturally Derived Photocycloaddition Chromophores and Macromolecules for Visible Light-enabled and Catalyst-free Soft Matter Material Synthesis

• Applicant: Professor Dr. Christopher Barner-Kowollik
• Subject Area: Preparatory and Physical Chemistry of Polymers
• Term: since 2026
• Project identifier: Deutsche Forschungsgemeinschaft (DFG) - Project number 573118432

The key objective of the project is the development of a sustainable photochemical soft matter materials platform based on the initial small molecule building blocks and polymer systems derived from renewable resources. Exploiting the methodologies of wavelength-resolved photochemistry, the project aims to apply the photochemical materials platform in a range of contemporary applications including bio-based photoreactive adhesives, light-driven printing inks and light-induced particles as well as hydrogels.

• DFG Programme: Research Grants
• International Connection: Singapore, United Kingdom
• Partner Organisation: Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR)
• Cooperation Partners: Fredrick Pashley-Johnston; Dr. Vinh Truong, Ph.D.