The present invention provided a norbornene compound with cross-linkable
groups and their derivative polymers, wherein said cross-linkable groups
were olefin or epoxy groups. Norbornene polymers with cross-linkable side
chain and their block copolymers as well as modified derivatives were
prepared via living ring-open metathesis polymerization method. The
resulting polymers with excellent solubility and optic properties had
narrow molecular weight distribution, well-controlled molecular weight,
small refraction ration and high transparency. They were also suitable
for preparing hybrid materials with high thermal stability and chemical
resistance.