This Laboratory Manual contains detailed descriptions for the synthesis and characterization of macromolecules. Around 110 elaborated examples, consisting of descriptions of experiments, as well as sufficient theoretical explanations enable the reader to learn about the syntheses, modification, characterization and properties of polymers including recent developments. All experiments can be conducted with adequate laboratory equipment. Suitable for students in organic and polymer chemistry as well as for chemists in industry who want to acquaint themselves with the theoretical and practical aspects of macromolecular chemistry.

1 Introduction.- 2 Methods and Techniques for Synthesis, Characterization, Processing, and Modification of Polymers.- 3 Synthesis of Macromolecular Substances by Addition Polymerization.- 4 Synthesis of Macromolecular Substances by Condensation Polymerization and Stepwise Addition Polymerization.- 5 Modification of Macromolecular Substances.