Small-angle x-ray and neutron scattering studies from multiphase polymers

The thermodynamic understanding of complex polymer systems is presently undergoing important developments. Much of the experimental input is based on structural studies that use small-angle scattering of X-rays and neutrons. These techniques provide important insight into static phase behavior and polymer conformation.

In recent years, dynamical aspects have also been probed by in situ studies under time-varying fields. Recent progress has been made in analysing block copolymer systems and complex polymer blends using small-angle scattering.