Figure 2.2.

Polymer brushes can be utilized to synthesize responsive films or surfaces. (a) Simple methods can be utilized to generate polymer brush surfaces with smooth or rough nanoscale morphology. Here, the degree of roughness can be controlled by varying the solvent quality during subsequent polymerizations. Reprinted with permission from (33) published by Elsevier. (b) The morphology and design can impart switchable anti-fouling and self-healing properties. Here, the additional self-healing aspect of the antifouling film is due to the rearrangement of internally grafted polymers to the interface (marked as dark blue chains). Reprinted with permission from (37) published by Wiley.