Multilayered Nanocomposite Polymer Colloids Using Emulsion Polymerization Stabilized by Solid Particles

Abstract

We report a versatile emulsion polymerization process in which solid nanoparticles are used as stabilizer, thereby replacing the role of surfactants, allowing for simple fabrication of armored nanocomposite polymer latexes. Use of a second conventional seeded emulsion polymerization step provides a straightforward route to more complex multilayered nanocomposite polymer colloids.