 Conference Programme
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List of Posters
SUNDAY, 22nd June 2008
14:00–19:00 |
Registration
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20:00–22:00 |
Welcoming reception
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MONDAY, 23rd June 2008
08:30–08:35 |
W1. C. S. Patrickios, University of Cyprus PNG2008 Chair welcome
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| 08:35–08:40 |
W2. E. J. Amis, NIST, USA PNG Chair welcome |
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Synthesis: Chair A. J. Ryan |
| 08:40–09:20 |
PL1. K. Matyjaszewski, Carnegie Mellon University, USA Stars, Nanogels and Networks by ATRP |
| 09:20–09:50 |
IL1. L. R. Hutchings, Durham University, UK DendriMacs and HyperMacs: Well–defined Long Chain Branched Network Precursors |
| 09:50–10:20 |
IL2. B. Iván, Hungarian Academy of Sciences Nanophasic Intelligent Amphiphilic Conetworks and Gels |
| 10:20–11:00 |
Coffee Break |
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Synthesis: Chair B. Iván | Properties: Chair C. M. Papadakis |
| 11:00–11:30 |
IL3. S. Rimmer, University of Sheffield, UK Synthesis and Biological Properties of Methacrylate Amphiphilic Conetworks and Amine Functional Hydrogels | |
| 11:30–11:50 |
La1. J. T. Koberstein, Columbia University, USA Novel Networks Synthesized with Photochemistry and “Click” Chemistry | Lb1. M. C. Cornish, University of Manchester, UK Structure–Property Relationships in Poly(urethane–urea) Elastomers With Model Hard Segments |
| 11:50–12:10 |
La2. W. D. Cook, Monash University, Australia New Developments in the Polymerization Kinetics and Photoplasticity of Thiol–ene Network Polymers | Lb2. C. Prisacariu, “Petru Poni” Institute, Romania The Structural Origin of Hard Segment Inelastic Effects in Copolyurethanes |
| 12:10–12:30 |
La3. M. Furukawa, Nagasaki University, Japan Synthesis of Core–shell Type Hyperbranched Gel with Polyglycerol–Poly(ethylene imine) | Lb3. G. Kali, Hungarian Academy of Sciences Synthesis, Swelling Behavior and Morphology Investigations of Poly(methacrylic acid)–based Amphiphilic Conetworks |
| 12:30–12:50 |
La4. D. Grande, Université Paris XII, France Functional (Semi–)IPNs: Original Routes to Nanoporous Networks | Lb4. M. Tsyurupa, Russian Academy of Sciences Inner Stresses in Hypercrosslinked Polystyrene Networks: Visualization in Polarized Light |
| 12:50–15:00 |
Lunch |
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Properties: Chair E. Geissler | Biogels: Chair J. E. Puskas |
| 15:00–15:30 |
IL4. T. A. Hatton, MIT, USA Temperature– and Photo–Responsive Polymer Conetworks of Pluronic F127 and Poly(N,N–dimethylacrylamide–co– methacryloyloxyazobenzene) for Bio–Separations | |
| 15:30–15:50 |
La5. J.–U. Sommer, Leibnitz–Institute Dresden, Germany Segmental Order Parameter and Swelling of Polymer Networks | Lb5. Y. D. Livney, Technion, Israel Saccharide–Structure Effect on PNIPA Phase–Transition in Aqueous Media |
| 15:50–16:10 |
La6. T. Koga, Kyoto University, Japan Neutron Scattering Study of the Aqueous Solutions of Temperature–Sensitive Telechelic PNIPAM | Lb6. P. Verdugo, University of Washington, USA Amphiphilic Exopolymers From Sagittula Stellata Induce DOM Self–assembly and Formation of Marine Microgels |
| 16:10–16:30 |
La7. M. S. Silverstein, Technion, Israel Highly Porous, Crosslinked Polymers with Crystallizable Side–Chains from Emulsion Templating | Lb7. L. Hahui, “Petru Poni” Institute, Romania Synthesis of Novel Polyacrylates Containing Triazene Groups and Their Application as Photoresists in Laser Ablation |
| 16:30–17:10 |
Coffee Break |
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Properties: Chair M. Shibayama | Nanohybrids: Chair M. Dušková–Smrčková |
| 17:10–17:30 |
IL5. W. Burchard, University of Freiburg, Germany Comments on the Structure of Transient Networks from Polymers in the Semidilute Regime | |
| 17:30–17:50 |
La8. C. M. Papadakis, Technical Univ. Munich, Germany Stimuli–sensitive Micellar Hydrogels From Amphiphilic Triblock Copolymers | Lb8. S. Richter, Leibniz–Institute Dresden, Germany Jamming in Filled Polymer Systems |
| 17:50–18:10 |
La9. T. Yucel, University of Delaware, USA Direct Observation of Early–Time Hydrogelation in β–Hairpin Peptide Self–Assembly | Lb9. E. S. Dragan, “Petru Poni” Institute, Romania Formation of Reactive Hybrids Based on Silica Microparticles and Their Reactivity |
| 18:10–18:30 |
La10. M. Gianneli, IESL/FORTH, Heraklion, Greece Dynamics of Swollen Gel Layers Anchored to Solid Surfaces | Lb10. T. Vlcek, Synpo, a.s., Pardubice, Czech Republic Nano–filled Polyurethane Networks Based on Oil Polyols |
| 18:30–20:30 |
Poster Session I: Properties | |
TUESDAY, 24th June 2008
| Properties: Chair W.
–l. Wu
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08:30–09:10 | PL2. A. J. Ryan, University of Sheffield, U.K. Synthetic Muscles and Valves: Gel Nanotechnology |
09:10–09:40 | IL6. K. Urayama, Kyoto University, Japan Stimuli–Responsive Nematic Elastomers and Gels |
09:40–10:10 | IL7. F. Horkay,NIH, USA Counterion and pH–Mediated Structural Changes in Charged Biopolymer Gels |
| 10:10–10:40 | Coffee Break |
| Properties: Chair P. J. Lutz |
Biogels: Chair Y. D. Livney |
10:40–11:10 |
IL8. C. Tsitsilianis, University of Patras, Greece Reversible Hydrogels from Model Block Copolymers |
IL9. E. Ioannou–Kakouri, State General Lab, Cyprus Surveillance and Control of Plastic Materials and Articles in Contact With Food in Cyprus |
11:10–11:30 | La11. G. Schlatter, Université Louis Pasteur de Strasbourg Structure and Properties of Physical and Chemical Supramolecular Sliding Gels Based on α–CD/PEO Polyrotaxanes |
Lb11. G. Navon, Tel Aviv University, Israel NMR Methods for Monitoring Collagen Denaturation |
11:30–11:50 | La12. C. Creton, ESPCI, Paris, France Hysteresis and Dissipative Mechanisms in Elastic Hydrogels: Relevance for Fracture |
Lb12. R. Zana, Institut C. Sadron, Strasbourg, France Dynamics of Amphiphilic Block Copolymer Micelles |
11:50–12:10 |
La13. H. Sautereau, Université de Lyon, France Thermal Compressive Fatigue of Crosslinked Segmented Polyurethane |
Lb13. B. T. Stokke, Norwegian University Sci. Technol. Application of Oligoguluronates Derived From Alginate to Influence Ionotropic Induced Alginate Gelation, Kinetics and Polymer Organisation |
12:10–12:30 | La14. M. Susoff, Clausthal University Technol., Germany Dynamics of Labeled Linear Polystyrenes in Semi–dilute Polystyrene Matrixes in the Uncrosslinked and Crosslinked State |
Lb14. V. Larreta–Garde, Univ. Cergy Pontoise, France Use of Enzymes to Modulate the Dynamics of Biogel Networks |
12:30–12:50 | La15. J. Pilař, Academy of Sciences of the Czech Republic Tracer Diffusion in Polymer Hydrogels |
Lb15. T. Buruiana, “Petru Poni” Institute, Romania Photopolymerizable Urethane–Acrylic Structures for Use in Dental Resins |
12:50–15:00 | Lunch |
| Synthesis: Chair C. Tsitsilianis |
Properties: Chair F. Horkay |
15:00–15:30 | IL10. P. J. Lutz, Université Strasbourg 1 and Institut Charles Sadron, CNRS Strasbourg, France New Trends in Poly(ethylene oxide) or Poly(styrene) Macromonomer–based Networks with Silsesquioxane Crosslinking Points |
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15:30–16:00 | IL11. J. E. Puskas, The University of Akron, USA Drug Release From Novel Rubbery Coatings |
16:00–16:20 | La16. M. R. P. F. N. Costa, Instituto Politécnico de Bragança, Portugal Kinetic Modeling of the Molecular Architecture of Cross–Linked Copolymers Synthesized by Controlled Radical Polymerization Techniques |
Lb16. S. F. C. Patachia, “Transilvania” University of Brasov, Romania Correlation Between Poly(Vinyl Alcohol) Cryogel Properties and Synthesis Parameters: A Quantitative Approach |
16:20–16:40 |
La17. A. Matsumoto, Kansai University, Japan Molecular Design of Vinyl–type Network Polymer Precursors |
Lb17. R. Peters, DSM Research, The Netherlands Characterisation of Polymeric Network Structures Using Different Hypernated Techniques and Integrated Approaches |
16:40–17:00 | La18. A. Kiriy, Leibniz–Institute Dresden, Germany Conversion of Insulating Networks into Semiconducting
Graft–Conetworks via Site–Initiated Polycondensation of Poly(3–alkylthiophenes) |
Lb18. I. Chodak, Slovak Academy of Sciences Crosslinking of Two–phase Systems With Thermoplastic Matrices |
17:00–17:30 | Coffee Break |
| Synthesis: Chair S. Rimmer |
Properties: Chair V. Galiatsatos |
17:30–18:00 | IL12. F. Tournilhac, CNRS–ESPCI, Paris, France Self–Healing Supramolecular Rubbers |
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18:00–18:20 | La19. van Duin, DSM Research, The Netherlands Mechanism of Peroxide Cure of EPDM Rubber |
Lb19. G. Filipcsei, Budapest University Technol. Econ. Smart Membrane with On/Off Switching Control |
18:20–18:40 | La20. T. K. Georgiou, The University of Hull, UK Multi–Functional Conetworks based on Crosslinked Star Polymers |
Lb20. H. M. Shabana, College Technol. Studies, Kuwait The Role of Chemical Treatment in Enhancing the Optical and Structural Properties of Nylon 6 Fibers |
18:30–20:30 | Poster Session II : Synthesis |
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WEDNESDAY, 25th June 2008
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Properties/Theory:
Chair T. A. Hatton
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08:30–09:10 | PL3. M. Gottlieb, Ben Gurion University, Israel Entropic Effects in Polymer Crystallization |
09:10–09:40 | IL13. J. F. Douglas, NIST, USA The Localization Model of Rubber Elasticity |
09:40–10:10 | IL14. H. Galina, Rzeszów University Technol., Poland Anisotropic Epoxy Networks |
| 10:10–10:40 | Coffee Break |
| Properties: Chair K. Urayama |
Synthesis: Chair O.E. Philippova |
10:40–11:10 | IL15. M. Shibayama, University of Tokyo, Japan Pressure– and Temperature–Induced Gelation of β–Lactoglobulin Aqueous Solutions |
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11:10–11:40 | IL16. W.–l. Wu, NIST, USA A Molecular Model for Deformation in Double–Network Hydrogels |
11:40–12:10 | IL17. E. Geissler, Université Fourier de Grenoble, France
Scaling Behavior of Hyaluronic Acid in Solution With Mono– and Divalent Ions |
12:10–12:30 |
La21. A. M. Schmidt,
Heinrich–Heine Univ., Germany Magnetoactive Liquid Crystal Elastomers |
Lb21. K. M. Fromm, University of Fribourg, Switzerland Polymorphism and Pseudo–Polymorphism in Coordination
Polymers |
12:30–12:50 | La22. M. Gradzielski, Technical Univ. Berlin, Germany The Structure of Amphiphilic Networks Based on Cross–Linked Star Polymers: Microphase Separation Evidenced by SANS |
Lb22. W. Van Camp, University of Ghent, Belgium Macroporous Gels as Column Reactors: Application for Metal–catalyzed Reactions |
12:50–15:00 | Lunch |
| Nanohybrids: Chair M. Vamvakaki |
Synthesis: Chair B. T. Stokke |
15:00–15:30 | IL18. G. Heinrich, Leibniz–Institute Dresden, Germany Routes to Rubber Elastic Nanocomposites |
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15:30–15:50 | La23. D. Hourdet, CNRS–ESPCI, Paris, France Structure and Rheology of Hybrid Hydrogels |
Lb23. M. Deruelle, BLUESTAR SILICONES, France Simple Considerations on Cross–linking Stoichiometry in Silicone Elastomers |
15:50–16:10 | La24. M. Dušková–Smrčková, Acad. Sci. Czech Republic Constrained Swelling of Crosslinked Polymer Matrix in Particulate Composites |
Lb24. M. Simon Saenz, Univ. Manchester, UK Two–Dimensional Polymerization of a Polydiacetylene Functionalized Amphiphilic Peptide at the Air–Water Interface |
16:10–16:30 | La25. E. Loizou, Louisiana State University & NIST, USA.
Shear Induced Nanometer and Micrometer Orientation in Nanocomposite Hydrogels |
Lb25. A. Szilágyi, Budapest Univ. Technol. Economics Responsive Properties of Smart Poly(amino acid) Based Gels |
16:30–17:00 | Coffee Break |
| Nanohybrids: Chair G. Heinrich |
Synthesis: Chair L. R. Hutchings |
17:00–17:30 | IL19. M. Vamvakaki, IESL/FORTH, Heraklion, Greece Catalytic Metal Nanoparticles within Responsive Microgels |
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17:30–17:50 |
La26. L. Matějka, Academy of Sciences of Czech Republic Self–Assembled Hybrid Polymer Networks |
Lb26. C. M. Thomas, Université de Rennes 1, France Ring–Opening Polymerization of Lactones with Yttrium Complexes: Combining High Activity, Productivity, and Selectivity |
17:50–18:10 | La27. A. N. Ozerin, Inst. Synth. Polym. Mater., Russia Supramolecular Network Formation in Thermoplastic Elastomer/Nanodiamonds Composites |
Lb27. A. I. Triftaridou, ESPCI–CNRS, Paris, France Stimuli–Induced Aggregation and Gelation of Double Hydrophilic Polypeptide Hybrid Copolymers |
18:10–18:30 | La28. M. Ghaemy, Mazandaran University, Babolsar, Iran Study of Non–isothermal Cure Kinetics of DGEBA/Amine System Reinforced With Nanosilica Particles |
Lb28. H. Vakili–Tahami, Amir Kabir Univ. Technol., Iran Synthesis, Characterization and Development of Epoxy Terminated Polybutadiene |
20:00–23:30 | Conference Dinner |
THURSDAY, 26th June 2008
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Bioapplications: Chair J. C. Tiller
| Nanohybrids: Chair M. Gottlieb |
08:30–09:00 |
IL20. P. Kofinas, University of Maryland, USA Imprinted Polymer Hydrogels for the Separation of Proteins and Viruses |
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09:00–09:20 |
La29. S. Srebnik, Technion, Israel Structural Characterization of Protein–Imprinted Polymer Gels Using Lattice Monte Carlo Simulation | Lb29. K. Haraguchi, Kawamura Inst. Chem. Res. Japan Extraordinary High Hydrophobicity on Nanocomposite Hydrogels with a Poly(N–isopropylacrylamide) / Clay Network |
09:20–09:40 |
La30. L. Bromberg, MIT, USA Micelle–Bearing Microgels of Pluronic–Poly(acrylic acid) Copolymers | Lb30. M. Takafuji, Kumamoto University, Japan Polycondensation of Self–Assembled Network Structure From Glutamide–derived Lipid With Alkoxysilyl Group |
09:40–10:00 |
La31. J. Borbely, University of Debrecen, Hungary Cancer Cell Diagnosis and Targeted Drug Delivery by Biopolymer–Based Nanodevices | Lb31. J. Zelenka, Synpo, a.s., Pardubice, Czech Republic Improved Properties of Acryl–urethane Networks by Addition of Montmorillonite Intercalates |
10:00–10:20 |
La32. S. Tierney, Norwegian Univ. Sci. & Technol. Glucose Responsive Hydrogels Measured by a Novel Optical Technique | Lb32. J. Jančař,Brno Univ. Technology, Czech Republic Payne Effect in Physically X–linked Nanocomposites |
10:20–10:40 |
La33. M. Karbarz, Warsaw University, Poland Influence of the Volume Phase Transition of Poly(N–isopropylacrylamide) Gel Anchored at Electrode Surface on Catalytic Activity of Enzyme Entrapped in This Gel |
Lb33. K. Winkler, University of Bialystok, Poland Two–component Polymers of Fullerene and Transition Metal Compexes |
10:40–11:00 |
La34. C. Peinado, CSIC, Madrid, Spain Hyperbranched Polymers for UV–Curable Scaffolds in Tissue Engineering | Lb34. S. A. Choulis, Cyprus University Technol., Limassol Polymer Solar Cells: Material Properties, Device Physics and Product Requirements |
11:00–11:30 | Coffee Break |
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Applications: Chair P. Kofinas |
11:30–12:00 |
IL21. J. C. Tiller, Tech. University of Dortmund, Germany Phase Transfer Catalysis in Amphiphilic Polymer Conetworks |
12:00–12:20 |
La35. L. Bonami, University of Ghent, Belgium Modified Poly(Ethylenimine) Networks As Solid Support For a Copper Catalyst |
12:20–12:40 |
La36. D. V. Volodkin, Max–Planck Institute for Colloids and Interfaces, Potsdam / Golm, Germany Layer–by–layer Formed Polyelectrolyte Hydrogels. Nano–engineered Biocoatings With Entrapped Vesicles For Drug Delivery |
12:40–13:00 |
La37. W.–M. Kulicke, University of Hamburg, Germany Synthesis, Characterization and Determination of the Viscoelastic Properties of Water–soluble Polymeric Networks Based on Renewable Resources |
13:00–13:20 |
La38. I. E. Suleimenov, Almaty Institute, Kazakhstan Polyelectrolyte Hydrogels As a Base For Development of Artificial Neural Networks |
13:20–13:40 |
La39. J. I. Reva, Almaty Institute, Kazakhstan Polymer Hydrogel Triggers and Problem of 3D Recording of Information |
13:40–13:55 |
Closing remarks |
14:00–14:30 |
Lunch |
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