Grant: Canada Research Chairs

The focus of this research is to quantify how the properties of polymers are related to their molecular architectures using statistical methods. Canada and the rest of the world has much to gain by understanding how to make better polymers, particularly now when sustainability and environmental preservation are everyone’s concern. Modern life without polymers is inconceivable: they are present everywhere. Thus, the only solution is to design them for optimal performance, minimum cost, extended recyclability, and efficient reuse. Prof. Soares' research plan aims at meeting these goals and could revolutionize the way the industry designs polymers.