The purpose of this work was to develop a biologically compatible adhesive that will successfully maintain the adherence of a dermal dressing to moist (perspiring) skin on field personnel working in hot humid environments, without producing adverse reactions such as rach and itching. The project involved the design and Synthesis of emulsion acrylic copolymers which were odorless and pressure sensitive. The water-insoluble adhesives contained hydrophilic units to permit strong bonding ...