Kristina worked on the development of a kinetic model for emulsion polymerizations, employing random-block copolymers as stabilizers. The work centered on a model-based description of the underlying reaction mechanisms and the interplay between polymerization kinetics and colloidal stability.

Further collaboration took place within the research group of Prof. Robin Hutchinson. The focus was laid on the experimental determination of kinetic parameters in aqueous polymerization systems as a basis for accurate kinetic modelling.

The research stay was funded by the mobility program of TU Darmstadt.