Issue 7, 2023

Applications of MALDI-TOF-MS in structural characterization of synthetic polymers

Abstract

In recent years, matrix assisted laser desorption/ionization time-of-flight mass spectrometry (MALDI-TOF-MS) has been utilized to rapidly and precisely characterize the detailed molecular structures of synthetic polymers. This review summarizes recent progress regarding MALDI-TOF-MS for the characterization of synthetic polymers with a focus on specific important experimental aspects including sample preparation, the choice of matrix, the effects of cationizing agents and solvents, data processing and various applications. Finally, the recent trend of MALDI-TOF-MS development is discussed. We hope this review will be instructive for graduate students and junior users who need to use MALDI-TOF-MS as a necessary characterization technique for new synthetic polymers.

Graphical abstract: Applications of MALDI-TOF-MS in structural characterization of synthetic polymers

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Article information

Article type
Critical Review
Submitted
28 9 2022
Accepted
26 1 2023
First published
27 1 2023

Anal. Methods, 2023,15, 868-883

Applications of MALDI-TOF-MS in structural characterization of synthetic polymers

A. '. Sun, S. Li and X. Kou, Anal. Methods, 2023, 15, 868 DOI: 10.1039/D2AY01583H

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