1. Introduction. Nobel Prize Justification for Pierre-Gilles de Gennes2. Analysis of existing publications 3. Mechanisms of chain motion of macromolecular substances4. Parameters (conditions) of chain movement5. The effect of chain movement on the properties of materials6. Significant analytical methods of study7. Chain mobility in different polymers 8. Comparison of justification of Nobel Prize by the selection committee with actual results of research reported
George Wypych has a Ph.D. in chemical engineering. His professional expertise includes both university teaching (full professor) and research and development. He has published 18 books, 47 scientific papers, and he has obtained 16 patents. He specializes in polymer additives, polymer processing and formulation, material durability and the development of sealants and coatings.