Yu. S. Avlasevich,* O. G. Kulinkovich, V. N. Knyukshto, and K. N. Solov'ev

UDC 541.64:547.863

In a brief form, the authors provide their developed methods of synthesis and modification of the poly(N- isopropylacrylamide) derivatives containing meso-tetraarylporphyrin substituents in the side chain. The specific features of absorption spectra of the compounds obtained and their dependence on the method of introduction of porphyrin groups into the polymer are discussed. The physical and chemical characteristics of the polymers described are given.