The development of bio-supported homogeneous organocatalysts with improved recycling potential through sequential de- and re-polymerization and their use in CO2 valorization catalysis

Informazioni relative al progetto

RECIRCULATE

ID dell’accordo di sovvenzione: 101110356

DOI

10.3030/101110356

Progetto chiuso

Data della firma CE 12 Maggio 2023

Data di avvio 19 Giugno 2023

Data di completamento 18 Giugno 2025

Finanziato da

• Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA)

Costo totale

Nessun dato

Contributo UE

€ 181 152,96

Coordinato da

FUNDACIO INSTITUT CATALA D'INVESTIGACIO QUIMICA
Spain

Periodic Reporting for period 1 - RECIRCULATE (The development of bio-supported homogeneous organocatalysts with improved recycling potential through sequential de- and re-polymerization and their use in CO2 valorization catalysis)

Periodo di rendicontazione: 2023-06-19 al 2025-06-18

Sintesi del contesto e degli obiettivi generali del progetto

This work presents the development of new biodegradable plastics that can carry and release drug molecules in a controlled way. Researchers created two types of specialized building blocks (cyclic carbonates) that were chemically linked to a drug called oxaprozin. These were then used to make a new kind of polymer that can be precisely tuned for drug content. Importantly, the material can break down under specific conditions to release the active drug and recover useful by-products, showing promise for applications in controlled drug delivery and recyclable medical materials.

Lavoro eseguito dall’inizio del progetto fino alla fine del periodo coperto dalla relazione e principali risultati finora ottenuti

This study introduces a new class of sustainable biopolymer made from natural sources like bio-based terpenes and carbon dioxide. Using a catalytic process, researchers successfully created biodegradable polycarbonates from 2-menthene oxide and limonene oxide—compounds derived from renewable resources. The materials’ properties could be fine-tuned by adjusting the composition of the starting ingredients. Importantly, these biohybrid polymers could be broken down efficiently to recover over 95% of the original natural components, showing great potential for chemical recyclability and the development of circular, eco-friendly polycarbonate.

Progressi oltre lo stato dell’arte e potenziale impatto previsto (incluso l’impatto socioeconomico e le implicazioni sociali più ampie del progetto fino ad ora)

This research showcases an innovative method for recycling biobased plastics into useful new materials. The study focuses on a plant-derived plastic called poly(menthene carbonate) (PMC), which can be selectively broken down into its original components under mild catalytic conditions. These recovered building blocks were then transformed into new, functional monomers that can be reused to create fresh types of plastics. This approach highlights a closed-loop, circular system, where plastic waste can be turned back into valuable materials, supporting the future of sustainable and customizable polymer design.

Terpolymerization reaction