AndTech to Hold Zoom Seminar on 'Living Anionic Polymerization' for R&D on June 26
AndTech Co., Ltd. will hold a Zoom seminar on June 26, 2026, aimed at supporting R&D development with the theme of 'Precision Synthesis of Functional Polymers using Living Anionic Polymerization, Precision Control of Stereoregularity, and New Molecular Design Strategies.' The seminar will feature leading experts, with an attendance fee of 55,000 yen.
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AndTech Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Kawasaki City, Kanagawa Prefecture, President: Masao Suyama, hereafter AndTech) will offer a 'Living Anionic Polymerization' course featuring leading experts to meet the growing need for problem-solving in anionic polymerization, as part of its Zoom lecture series to support R&D development.
The course will introduce the precision synthesis of polymers via living anionic polymerization of styrene derivatives containing cyano groups, carbonyl groups, and halogens, as well as p-divinylbenzene!
This course is scheduled to begin on June 26, 2026.
Details: https://andtech.co.jp/seminars/1f14dec6-2024-6876-a56e-064fb9a95405
Overview of the Live Stream WEB Seminar Lecture
- Theme: Precision Synthesis of Functional Polymers using Living Anionic Polymerization, Precision Control of Stereoregularity, and New Molecular Design Strategies
- Date & Time: June 26, 2026 (Friday) 13:00 - 17:20
- Participation Fee: 55,000 yen (including tax) *Materials to be distributed electronically
- URL: https://andtech.co.jp/seminars/1f14dec6-2024-6876-a56e-064fb9a95405
- Web Delivery Format: Zoom (URL will be sent after registration)
Seminar Program Structure
Part 1: Basic Knowledge of Anionic Polymerization and Precision Control of Polymers
- Speaker: Dr. Tomoyasu Hirai, Associate Professor, Osaka Institute of Technology
Part 2: Synthesis Methods, Reaction Mechanisms, and Characteristics of Non-linear Polymers by Living Anionic Polymerization
- Speaker: Dr. Hiroto Kudo, Professor, Department of Chemistry and Materials Engineering, Faculty of Chemistry, Materials and Bioengineering, Kansai University
Part 3: Synthesis of Functional Polymers via Living Anionic Polymerization
- Speaker: Dr. Takashi Ishizone, Professor, Department of Applied Chemistry, School of Materials and Chemical Technology, Institute of Science Tokyo
Knowledge to be Gained and Technical Problems to be Solved in This Seminar
- Basic knowledge of anionic polymerization
- What can be achieved with anionic polymerization
- Functional materials obtained through anionic polymerization
- Basic principles of living anionic polymerization and precision control methods for molecular weight and terminal structure
- Synthesis methods for telechelic polymers and heterotelechelic polymers
- Molecular design and characteristics of star polymers using the core gel method
- Concepts and reaction design of cyclic polymer synthesis via ring-closing reactions
- Latest methods for cyclic polymer synthesis utilizing ring-expansion polymerization
- Technology for controlling ring size and molecular weight through living ring-expansion polymerization
Participants will be able to apply the characteristics of living anionic polymerization to the synthesis of functional group-containing polymers and block copolymers. Additionally, it will become possible to estimate the desirable polymerization conditions from the molecular structure of the monomer.
Seminar Format
This will be a live streaming seminar using the web conferencing tool 'Zoom'. Details will be provided after registration.
About AndTech Co., Ltd.
We provide research and development support services that offer information to clients engaged in R&D in a wide range of fields, including chemicals, materials, electronics, automobiles, energy, medical devices, food packaging, and building materials.
With top-tier instructors, we offer various services starting with 'technical seminars/lectures,' 'instructor dispatch,' 'publishing,' 'consultant dispatch,' 'market trend research,' 'business matching,' and 'business development consulting.'
By listening to our clients, we provide effective support to help them advance into their desired new business areas and markets.
https://andtech.co.jp/
The course will introduce the precision synthesis of polymers via living anionic polymerization of styrene derivatives containing cyano groups, carbonyl groups, and halogens, as well as p-divinylbenzene!
This course is scheduled to begin on June 26, 2026.
Details: https://andtech.co.jp/seminars/1f14dec6-2024-6876-a56e-064fb9a95405
Overview of the Live Stream WEB Seminar Lecture
- Theme: Precision Synthesis of Functional Polymers using Living Anionic Polymerization, Precision Control of Stereoregularity, and New Molecular Design Strategies
- Date & Time: June 26, 2026 (Friday) 13:00 - 17:20
- Participation Fee: 55,000 yen (including tax) *Materials to be distributed electronically
- URL: https://andtech.co.jp/seminars/1f14dec6-2024-6876-a56e-064fb9a95405
- Web Delivery Format: Zoom (URL will be sent after registration)
Seminar Program Structure
Part 1: Basic Knowledge of Anionic Polymerization and Precision Control of Polymers
- Speaker: Dr. Tomoyasu Hirai, Associate Professor, Osaka Institute of Technology
Part 2: Synthesis Methods, Reaction Mechanisms, and Characteristics of Non-linear Polymers by Living Anionic Polymerization
- Speaker: Dr. Hiroto Kudo, Professor, Department of Chemistry and Materials Engineering, Faculty of Chemistry, Materials and Bioengineering, Kansai University
Part 3: Synthesis of Functional Polymers via Living Anionic Polymerization
- Speaker: Dr. Takashi Ishizone, Professor, Department of Applied Chemistry, School of Materials and Chemical Technology, Institute of Science Tokyo
Knowledge to be Gained and Technical Problems to be Solved in This Seminar
- Basic knowledge of anionic polymerization
- What can be achieved with anionic polymerization
- Functional materials obtained through anionic polymerization
- Basic principles of living anionic polymerization and precision control methods for molecular weight and terminal structure
- Synthesis methods for telechelic polymers and heterotelechelic polymers
- Molecular design and characteristics of star polymers using the core gel method
- Concepts and reaction design of cyclic polymer synthesis via ring-closing reactions
- Latest methods for cyclic polymer synthesis utilizing ring-expansion polymerization
- Technology for controlling ring size and molecular weight through living ring-expansion polymerization
Participants will be able to apply the characteristics of living anionic polymerization to the synthesis of functional group-containing polymers and block copolymers. Additionally, it will become possible to estimate the desirable polymerization conditions from the molecular structure of the monomer.
Seminar Format
This will be a live streaming seminar using the web conferencing tool 'Zoom'. Details will be provided after registration.
About AndTech Co., Ltd.
We provide research and development support services that offer information to clients engaged in R&D in a wide range of fields, including chemicals, materials, electronics, automobiles, energy, medical devices, food packaging, and building materials.
With top-tier instructors, we offer various services starting with 'technical seminars/lectures,' 'instructor dispatch,' 'publishing,' 'consultant dispatch,' 'market trend research,' 'business matching,' and 'business development consulting.'
By listening to our clients, we provide effective support to help them advance into their desired new business areas and markets.
https://andtech.co.jp/
FAQ
When is the AndTech 'Living Anionic Polymerization' seminar scheduled to take place?
It is scheduled to take place from 13:00 to 17:20 on Friday, June 26, 2026.
What is the format of the seminar and what is the participation fee?
The seminar will be held in a live streaming format using the web conferencing tool 'Zoom', and the participation fee is 55,000 yen (tax included).
Who are the speakers at the seminar?
Three speakers will present: Associate Professor Tomoyasu Hirai from Osaka Institute of Technology, Professor Masahito Kondo from Kansai University, and Professor Takashi Ishisone from Tokyo University of Science.
What are the main topics covered in the seminar?
The seminar covers a wide range of topics from the basics of anionic polymerization to the fundamental principles of living anionic polymerization, precise control methods for molecular weight and end-group structure, and the latest synthesis methods for non-linear polymers and cyclic polymers.
What kind of company is AndTech Co., Ltd.?
AndTech Co., Ltd. is a company that provides research and development support services, including technical seminars, lecturer dispatch, and market trend research, for R&D in a wide range of fields such as chemistry, materials, and electronics.