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Polymers publishes Special Issues to create collections of papers on specific topics, with the aim of building a community of authors and readers to discuss the latest research and develop new ideas and research directions. Special Issues are led by Guest Editors, who are experts on the topic and all Special Issue submissions follow MDPI's standard editorial process. The journal’s Editor-in-Chief and/or designated Editorial Board Member will oversee Guest Editor appointments and Special Issue proposals, checking their content for relevance and ensuring the suitability of the material for the journal. The papers published in a Special Issue will be collected and displayed on a dedicated page of the journal’s website. Further information on MDPI's Special Issue policies and Guest Editor responsibilities can be found here. For any inquiries related to a Special Issue, please contact the Editorial Office.

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Drug-Loaded Polymer Colloidal Systems in Nanomedicine III submission deadline 30 Sep 2025 | 7 articles | Viewed by 33866
Keywords: polymeric colloids; micelles; nanogels; liposomes; nanoparticles; drug delivery
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Networks and Gels)
Sustainable Polymeric Materials in Building and Construction submission deadline 30 Sep 2025 | 15 articles | Viewed by 32635
Keywords: green polymers; resilient building; sustainable construction; durability prediction; life cycle assessment; recycling in building
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)
Epoxy Polymers and Composites
edited by Zhengguang Heng, Yang Chen and Huawei Zou
submission deadline 30 Sep 2025 | 7 articles | Viewed by 22304
Keywords: new epoxy resins design; relationship between crosslink structure and properties; computational simulation; epoxy resins and composite processing; new analysis and characterization methods
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Composites and Nanocomposites)
Biobased and Biodegradable Polymer Blends and Composites II submission deadline 30 Sep 2025 | 9 articles | Viewed by 22232
Keywords: biobased materials; biocomposites; mechanical performances; biodegradability; sustainability; polymer blends; polymer composites
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Composites and Nanocomposites)
Mechanical Response Characteristics and Performance Evaluation of Polymer Materials
edited by Qihui Lyu and Zaoyang Guo
submission deadline 30 Sep 2025 | 15 articles | Viewed by 21588
Keywords: polymer nano-; micro-; and macro-composites; design and manufacturing; mechanical properties; damage failure mechanism; modeling and simulation; machine learning
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Processing and Engineering)
Advances in Sustainable Polymeric Materials, 3rd Edition submission deadline 30 Sep 2025 | 10 articles | Viewed by 15963
Keywords: eco-friendly polymers; sustainable materials; hybrid polymeric materials; bio-based polymers; bioplastics; renewable resources; polymer composites; nanocomposites; materials synthesis and processing; materials characterization; surface and interface science
(This special issue belongs to the Section Circular and Green Sustainable Polymer Science)
Advances in Biomimetic Smart Hydrogels
edited by Xiangyu Liang
submission deadline 30 Sep 2025 | 6 articles | Viewed by 15600
Keywords: tough hydrogels; 3D/4D printing; tissue engineering; structural mechanics; responsive materials; self-recovery materials; medical devices; artificial intelligence; drug delivery; sustainable materials
(This special issue belongs to the Section Smart and Functional Polymers)
Polymer Nanocomposites with Improved Mechanical, Thermal, Electrical and Barrier Properties submission deadline 30 Sep 2025 | 5 articles | Viewed by 14874
Keywords: polymer nanocomposites; mechanical properties; thermal properties
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Physics and Theory)
Polymer Hydrogels: Synthesis, Properties and Applications
edited by and Vesna V. Panić
submission deadline 30 Sep 2025 | 8 articles | Viewed by 11748
Keywords: hydrogels; synthesis; swelling; stimuli-responsive
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Networks and Gels)
Synthesis, Design, Preparation and Processing of Functional Polymer Composites
edited by
submission deadline 30 Sep 2025 | 9 articles | Viewed by 11628
Keywords: polymer composite; synthesis; design; preparation; characterization; processing
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Composites and Nanocomposites)
Development of Bio-Based Materials: Synthesis, Characterization, and Applications, 3rd Edition submission deadline 30 Sep 2025 | 7 articles | Viewed by 10964
Keywords: biomaterials; bioproduct; biopolymers; lignocellulose; vegetable oil; lignin; cellulose; hemicellulose; chitin chitosan; ecofriendly procedure; optimization; biomass; proteins; polysaccharides; polyphenols; bio-sourced products; natural resources; environmentally-friendly products; biodegradation; colloids; emulsions
(This special issue belongs to the Section Biobased and Biodegradable Polymers)
Fibre-Reinforced Polymer Laminates: Structure and Properties
edited by and Juan Luis Martínez Vicente
submission deadline 30 Sep 2025 | 4 articles | Viewed by 10581
Keywords: mechanical response; industrial applications; structural behaviour; polymers; composites; experimental testing; fracture; damage; buckling; FEM
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Analysis and Characterization)
Mechanical Behavior of Polymeric Materials: Recent Studies, 2nd Edition submission deadline 30 Sep 2025 | 7 articles | Viewed by 10352
Keywords: mechanical properties; fracture; failure; standardizations; modeling and forecasting; mechanical behavior– processing relationship
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Analysis and Characterization)
Polymers for Medical and Dental Applications, 2nd Edition submission deadline 30 Sep 2025 | 2 articles | Viewed by 9488
Keywords: polymers; dentistry; medicine; scaffolds; regenerative medicine; biomaterials; biopolymers; 3D bioprinting; translational science; tissue regeneration; drug delivery system
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)
Development of Applications of Polymer-Based Sensors and Actuators submission deadline 30 Sep 2025 | 6 articles | Viewed by 9127
Keywords: sensor ubiquity on vehicles; flexible sensing; polymer base device; hybrid multi-sensing; conformable devices
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)
Polymer-Based Flexible Materials, 3rd Edition
edited by and
submission deadline 30 Sep 2025 | 7 articles | Viewed by 8435
Keywords: polymer-based flexible materials; flexible electronic devices; functional polymer composites; flexible EMI materials; wearable sensors/actuators
(This special issue belongs to the Section Smart and Functional Polymers)
Polyurethane Materials for Multifunctional Applications
edited by and Suzana M. Cakić
submission deadline 30 Sep 2025 | 4 articles | Viewed by 7086
Keywords: polyurethanes; biobased polymer; 3D printable PU; biodegradable PU; biomedical PU; coatings; shape memory polymer
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Composites and Nanocomposites)
Advances in Biodegradable Polymer Film
edited by Ademola Monsur Hammed
submission deadline 30 Sep 2025 | 3 articles | Viewed by 7080
Keywords: biodegradable polymers; sustainable materials; renewable resources; green chemistry; environmental impact
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Membranes and Films)
Micro- and Nanoplastics Engineering and Design for Research submission deadline 30 Sep 2025 | 3 articles | Viewed by 6980
Keywords: micro/nano plastics from synthetic polymers; synthesis routes for polymer micro/nano particles; the novel design of micro/nano particles; polymer– polymer core– shell particle; organic-inorganic core– shell particle; surface modification and the encapsulation of active agents; the labelling of polymer micro/nano particles; characterization techniques
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Processing and Engineering)
Eco-Friendly Polymeric Coatings and Adhesive Technology, 2nd Edition submission deadline 30 Sep 2025 | 6 articles | Viewed by 6295
Keywords: coating; adhesive; polymer; eco-friendly; water based; re-use; solvent-free; composites; functional polymer
(This special issue belongs to the Section Circular and Green Sustainable Polymer Science)
Polymer-Based Organic-Inorganic Hybrid Materials and Composites submission deadline 30 Sep 2025 | 4 articles | Viewed by 5823
Keywords: hybrid inorganic/organic polymer-based materials; heterogeneous materials based on polymer interfaces; interphase; functionalization; sol– gel; chemical modification; composites
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Composites and Nanocomposites)
Recent Developments in Polymeric Composites and Hybrid Materials Through Advanced Manufacturing
edited by , Byeong-Min Roh and
submission deadline 30 Sep 2025 | 4 articles | Viewed by 5544
Keywords: polymer; composite; hybrid
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Composites and Nanocomposites)
Polymeric Materials in Food Science
edited by
submission deadline 30 Sep 2025 | 2 articles | Viewed by 5101
Keywords: polymers; agriculture; food packaging; slow release; 3D printing; edible coatings; nanocomposites
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)
Polymers in Petroleum Engineering: Enhancing Performance and Sustainability
edited by and
submission deadline 30 Sep 2025 | 5 articles | Viewed by 4337
Keywords: polymer; drilling fluid; fracturing fluid; EOR; polymer coating; artificial intelligence
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)
New Insights into Fiber-Reinforced Polymer Composites
edited by Peng Wang, Lijie Chen, Xingquan Wang, , and
submission deadline 30 Sep 2025 | 4 articles | Viewed by 4319
Keywords: fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP); design and manufacture; mechanical properties; long-term durability; health monitoring; multi-scale modeling; engineering practice
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Fibers)
Advances in Fire-Safe Polymer Materials
edited by , and
submission deadline 30 Sep 2025 | 3 articles | Viewed by 4218
Keywords: flame retardant; thermal stability; fire resistant; composites; coating; textiles; bio-based flame retardants; intumescent flame retardant; fire protection
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)
Natural Polysaccharides: Chitosan, Chitin, Pectin and Gums submission deadline 30 Sep 2025 | 1 articles | Viewed by 3903
Keywords: chitin; chitosan; pectin; gums; food packaging; food science; biomedicine
(This special issue belongs to the Section Biobased and Biodegradable Polymers)
Advances in Polymer Molding and Processing
edited by Lu Zhang
submission deadline 30 Sep 2025 | 5 articles | Viewed by 3427
Keywords: intelligent injection machine; extrusion-injection molding machine for LFT; energy-saving machine; ultra-fast injection machine; monitoring technology; sensor fusion for injection molding; smart and integrated in-mold sensors; rheology; rheology in injection molding; rheological characterization of polymer materials; mold technology; optimization of mold-cooling channels; conformal cooling channel design; quick-change mold; design optimization of sequential valve gating for HRS; thermoplastic/thermosetting-integrated mold; RHCM or variothermal mold; innovative molding process; multi-layer molding; micro-molding; multi-component (thermoplastic; thermoset; metal; ceramic) molding; foam-injection molding; sustainability; molding process using bioplastics; molding process using recycled polymers; materials; recycled materials; bioplastic materials; long-fiber thermoplastics; nanocomposites
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Processing and Engineering)
Block Copolymers: Self-Assembly and Applications, 2nd Edition
edited by
submission deadline 30 Sep 2025 | 2 articles | Viewed by 3145
Keywords: synthesis of micellar structures; advanced characterization techniques of micellar structures; thermodynamics of micellization; kinetics of micellization; applications of polymeric micellar systems; effect of macromolecular architecture on self-assembly behavior; theoretical approaches to micellization behavior
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Chemistry)
Biobased Polymer Membranes for Energy and Environmental Applications
edited by
submission deadline 30 Sep 2025 | 1 articles | Viewed by 3092
Keywords: membrane; gas; water; biopolymer; separator
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Membranes and Films)
Applications of Process Simulation in Polymer-Based Products Injection Molding
edited by and Kaiyu Cai
submission deadline 30 Sep 2025 | 3 articles | Viewed by 3007
Keywords: injection molding; polymer; flow simulation; application
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Physics and Theory)
Multifunctional Polymer Composite Materials, 2nd Edition
edited by and
submission deadline 30 Sep 2025 | 3 articles | Viewed by 2835
Keywords: strain sensors; polymer composites; energy harvesting; carbon nanomaterials
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Composites and Nanocomposites)
Polymeric Materials for 3D Printing
edited by
submission deadline 30 Sep 2025 | 4 articles | Viewed by 2755
Keywords: additive manufacturing; 3D printing; polymers; composites and nanocomposites; biomaterials; engineering polymer materials
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Processing and Engineering)
Manufacturing, Simulation and Process Optimization of High-Performance Polymers and Their Composites
edited by and
submission deadline 30 Sep 2025 | 3 articles | Viewed by 2627
Keywords: polymer; polymer-based composite; manufacturing; computational modeling; process optimization
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Processing and Engineering)
Biodegradable Polymer Composites, 2nd Edition
edited by and
submission deadline 30 Sep 2025 | 3 articles | Viewed by 2577
Keywords: biopolymers; biodegradability; biorenewable resources; bio-based materials; biocomposites; natural fibers; composite recycling
(This special issue belongs to the Section Biobased and Biodegradable Polymers)
Engineering and Medical Polymer Additive Manufacturing: Current and Future Trends submission deadline 30 Sep 2025 | 2 articles | Viewed by 2554
Keywords: additive manufacturing; polymers; engineering and medical applications; quality and safety; sustainability
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Processing and Engineering)
Advanced Additive Processes and 3D Printing for Polymer Composites, 2nd Edition submission deadline 30 Sep 2025 | 2 articles | Viewed by 2551
Keywords: 3D/4D printing; polymer composites; functional materials; smart composites; industrial applications; responsive polymers; adaptive materials; filament extrusion; processing technologies; process– property relationship
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Processing and Engineering)
Applications of Biopolymer-Based Composites in Food Technology submission deadline 30 Sep 2025 | 2 articles | Viewed by 2502
Keywords: biopolymers; biodegradable; bioactive compounds; socioeconomic and environmental sustainability; bioavailability; innovative industrial products and processes; industrial technology transfer; food innovation; food safety and quality
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)
Polymers Composites for Dental Applications, 2nd Edition submission deadline 30 Sep 2025 | 2 articles | Viewed by 2483
Keywords: dental materials; dental composites; dental polymers; biomaterials; bond strength; dental resins; prosthodontics; orthodontics; dentistry
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)
State-of-the-Art Conductive Hydrogels
edited by
submission deadline 30 Sep 2025 | 1 articles | Viewed by 2438
Keywords: conductive hydrogels; synthesis routes; microstructure control; conductive nanomaterials; biomedical applications; biosensors; tissue engineering; soft robotics; wearable electronics; environmental sensing
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Networks and Gels)
Polymers and Polymer Composite Structures for Energy Absorption
edited by
submission deadline 30 Sep 2025 | 3 articles | Viewed by 2420
Keywords: energy absorption efficiency; composite structures; polymeric structures; impact protection; vibrations; energy-absorbing materials; material configurations; experimental methods; simulation techniques; protective gear
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)
State of the Art and Perspectives of Polymer Science and Technology in China: 2nd Edition
edited by
submission deadline 30 Sep 2025 | 3 articles | Viewed by 2400
Keywords: design of polymers; synthesis of polymers; performance; application advances; new experimental discoveries; novel technological improvements
(This special issue belongs to the Section Innovation of Polymer Science and Technology)
Fiber-Reinforced Polymers: Manufacture, Properties and Applications—Second Edition
edited by and Bolcu Dumitru
submission deadline 30 Sep 2025 | 3 articles | Viewed by 2304
Keywords: manufacturing process of fiber-reinforced polymers; mechanical properties; chemical properties
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Composites and Nanocomposites)
Process–Structure–Properties Relationships in Polymers and Polymer Composites
edited by and Vishal Kumar
submission deadline 30 Sep 2025 | 2 articles | Viewed by 2246
Keywords: polymer composites; composite structure; manufacturing process; structure property evaluation; performance; degradation
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Analysis and Characterization)
Polymer-Based Electrospun Fibers: Advancements, Applications, and Future Prospects submission deadline 30 Sep 2025 | 2 articles | Viewed by 2131
Keywords: natural materials; advanced materials; composites; yarns and fibers; electrospinning technology; green processes; antibacterial coatings; smart textiles; biomedical applications; packaging; environmental remediation; fiber functionalization
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)
Functional Group-Modified Polymers: Property Investigation and Applications
edited by Simona Filice
submission deadline 30 Sep 2025 | 2 articles | Viewed by 2023
Keywords: polymer; photocatalysis; sulfonation; water purification; coating; energy; antibacterial; antibiofouling; sensors; transport
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Chemistry)
Mechanical and Dynamic Characterization of Polymeric Composites, 3rd Edition
edited by and
submission deadline 30 Sep 2025 | 3 articles | Viewed by 2011
Keywords: polymer matrix; composite materials; mechanical; dynamic analysis; strength; fiber; modulus; resin; nanocomposites; fabrication; manufacture
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Composites and Nanocomposites)
High-Performance Polymeric Sensors, 3rd Edition submission deadline 30 Sep 2025 | 3 articles | Viewed by 1801
Keywords: polymeric sensors; chemical sensors; biosensors; wearable sensors; gas sensors
(This special issue belongs to the Section Smart and Functional Polymers)
Smart Polymers and Mechanical Metamaterials
edited by and
submission deadline 30 Sep 2025 | 1 articles | Viewed by 1781
Keywords: smart polymers; mechanical metamaterials; additive manufacturing; lightweight structures; shape memory polymer; design and optimization; preparation processes; mechanical tests; soft robots
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)
Advanced Polymer Composites for Water Treatment
edited by
submission deadline 30 Sep 2025 | 1 articles | Viewed by 1562
Keywords: nanomaterials; composite materials; mesoporous materials; iron oxides; wastewater treatment; photochemistry; photocatalysis; advanced oxidation processes
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)
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