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Neural Network-Driven Exploration in Polymerization-Induced Self-Assembly: From 2D to 3D Pseudo-Phase Diagram
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We explore the application of artificial intelligence (AI) to predict the morphology of poly(glycerol monomethacrylate)-poly(2-hydroxypropyl methacrylate) (PGMA-PHPMA) diblock copolymer nano-objects prepared via polymerization-induced self-assembly (PISA) in aqueous media. Traditional studies typically map copolymer morphology using two-dimensional (2D) pseudo-phase diagrams, plotting variables such as the mean degree of polymerization (Xn) of the solvophobic block against the copolymer concentration (also known as the solids content). In contrast, our approach utilizes deep neural networks (DNNs) trained on literature data to generate detailed three-dimensional (3D) morphology maps. These maps include the molecular weight of the solvophilic block, providing a comprehensive volumetric view that reveals more complex relationships and transitional morphologies. This advanced modeling not only deepens our understanding of how PGMA molecular weight influences copolymer morphology but also significantly reduces the need for extensive experimental trials. Consequently, it simplifies the creation of accurate pseudo-phase diagrams across a broad range of aqueous PISA formulations. Experimental validation confirms the accuracy of our models, demonstrating the potential of AI to make predictive modeling more accessible to chemists and paving the way for future research on other PISA formulations.
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- Authors
- Fonseca Parra, E. P., Oumerri, J., Arteni, A. A., Six, J.-L., Armes, S. P., & Ferji, K.
- Affiliations
- Université de Lorraine, CNRS, LCPM, 54000 Nancy, France
- Centre National de la Recherche Scientifique (FR)
- Université Paris-Saclay, CEA, CNRS, I2BC, 91190 Gif-sur-Yvette, France
- University of Sheffield (GB)
- Corresponding author
- Ferji, Khalid
- Venue
- Macromolecules
- Publisher
- American Chemical Society (ACS)
- Published
- 2024-12-31
- Volume
- 58
- Issue
- 1
- Pages
- 61-73
- ISSN
- 0024-9297 (ISSN-L)
- 1520-5835
- OpenAlex
- W4405920547
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- 8
- References
- 71
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- 2026: 2 · 2025: 6
- FWCI
- 0.78
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- journal article
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- en
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- Macromolecules (publishedVersion)
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- Funders
- Agence Nationale de la Recherche (ANR-10-INSB-05-05)
- Topics
- Physical Sciences › Materials Science › Materials Chemistry › Block Copolymer Self-Assembly
- Physical Sciences › Materials Science › Materials Chemistry › Machine Learning in Materials Science
- Physical Sciences › Chemistry › Organic Chemistry › Advanced Polymer Synthesis and Characterization
- Keywords
- polymerization-induced self-assembly, deep neural network, molecular weight effects, morphology prediction
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