@article{polymer-textile-engineering, author = {Sujata Narayan}, title = { Advances in Polymerization Kinetics: From Fundamentals to Applications}, journal = {Journal of Advanced Research in Polymer and Textile Engineering}, volume = {5}, number = {1}, year = {2023}, keywords = {}, abstract = {Polymerization kinetics is a cornerstone of polymer science, fundamentally governing the synthesis and characteristics of polymers. This comprehensive review delves into recent paradigm-shifting developments in the field, encompassing both theoretical foundations and their practical applications. We explore the intricate mechanisms, advanced models, and innovative techniques that have not only deepened our understanding of polymerization processes but have also ignited transformative breakthroughs in materials science, chemistry, and industry. Understanding polymerization kinetics is essential for tailoring polymers to precise specifications. We revisit fundamental principles, elucidating diverse polymerization reactions, from step-growth to chain-growth mechanisms, and emphasize factors like monomer reactivity, initiator selection, and reaction conditions on polymerization rates. As we conclude, we acknowledge the persisting challenges, including understanding complex multi-component systems, scaling up controlled polymerization processes, and advancing sustainable polymerization techniques. We outline potential research directions to surmount these challenges, pointing to an exciting future where polymerization kinetics remains at the forefront of polymer science and technology, driving progress in numerous fields.}, pages = {7--12}, url = {http://thejournalshouse.com/index.php/polymer-textile-engineering/article/view/837} }