Biodegradable Polymers and Their Emerging Applications
A special issue of Polymers (ISSN 2073-4360). This special issue belongs to the section "Biomacromolecules, Biobased and Biodegradable Polymers".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 July 2024 | Viewed by 169
Special Issue Editors
Interests: biodegradable polymers; microencapsulation; material characterization; adhesives; polymer electronics; organic photovoltaics
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Interests: polymer materials; biodegradable polymers; microencapsulation; adhesives; polymer synthesis; materials characterization
Interests: biomass and residues valorization; polymer materials; thermochemical processes; sustainable processes; circular economy;
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
In recent years, the detrimental impact of traditional non-biodegradable polymers on ecosystems and human health has prompted a shift towards sustainable and benign alternatives. Biodegradable polymers are pivotal in addressing the global plastic pollution crisis by offering eco-friendly options. These polymers help alleviate the burden on ecosystems and oceans by breaking down naturally over time into non-toxic components.
Even though well-known biodegradable polymers are available on the market, presenting alternatives for different applications, the range of choices is still quite limited. Additionally, biodegradable polymers confront challenges regarding mechanical properties, cost, scalability, and public awareness.
This Special Issue aims to curate novel advances in the development of biodegradable polymers and their emerging applications. Topics include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Synthesis of novel biodegradable polymers;
- Physico-chemical and/or mechanical characterization of novel biodegradable polymers;
- New biodegradable polymer composites;
- New trends in biodegradable polymers;
- Biodegradability studies;
- Application of biodegradable polymers;
- Life cycle analysis of new biodegradable polymer products.
We invite you to contribute by sharing your innovative research results, fostering a deeper understanding, and promoting the widespread dissemination of knowledge on biodegradable polymers.
Dr. António Aguiar
Dr. Mónica V. Loureiro
Dr. Rui Galhano Dos Santos
Guest Editors
Manuscript Submission Information
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Keywords
- biodegradability
- biodegradable polymers
- environmentally friendly polymers
- biodegradable composites
- biodegradability studies
- applications of biodegradable polymers
- biopolymers
- circular economy
- sustainability
