The idea of using nitrogen versus oxygen to form a stronger electrostatic association via hydrogen bonding in aqueous systems, has previously been undoable due to the inability to polymerize these highly water soluble monomers into a polymer latex. With the advent of successfully doing so, we can see through the proper selection of the nitrogen functional monomer, combined with a strategic co-monomer, that we can tailor the balance of wet strength and dispersibility to make it a feasible alternative for reversible resin bonding. The work performed here, shows the concept to be one warranted for further investigation for applications such as disposable hygiene, or others that require good dry and wet strength, coupled with rapid dispersion in water.
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