Amino‐Acid‐Based Block Copolymers by RAFT Polymerization

Abstract

AbstractThis review summarizes recent advances in the design and synthesis of amino‐acid‐based block copolymers by reversible addition–fragmentation chain transfer (RAFT) polymerization of amino‐acid‐bearing monomers. We will mainly focus on stimuli‐responsive block copolymers, such as pH‐, thermo‐, and dual‐stimuli‐responsive block copolymers, and self‐assembled block copolymers, including amphiphilic and double‐hydrophilic block copolymers having tunable chiroptical properties. We will also highlight recent results in RAFT synthesis of amino‐acid‐based copolymers having various properties, such as catalytic and optoelectronic properties, cross‐linked block copolymer micelles, unimolecular micelles, and organic–inorganic hybrids.