(167al) Elucidating the Impact of Side Chain Dispersity in Thin Films of Bottlebrush Polymers

Surface pressure isotherm measurements of bottlebrush polymers with discrete side chains and their thin film dynamics are reported. Monolayer thin films of bottlebrushes with discrete side chains have higher packing density and distinct phase transitions when compared to disperse counterparts. These insights advance fundamental knowledge of structure-property relationships of branched polymers and their theoretical self-assembly.