In order to develop a novel phenolic resin, we attempted to use the methylol moiety on the benzene ring, which is formed as an intermediate during the acid-catalyzed addition–condensation reaction ...

The major purpose of this project was to work toward the development of a new generation of synthetic condensation-type polymers of high added value by taking as models the sophisticated functional ...

Since commercialized in the 1960s, aromatic polyimides have remained in widespread use due to their excellent performance in a range of demanding applications. These polyimides are well-known for ...