Advances in Polymers and Polymer Composites for Packaging Applications

Dear Colleagues,

Polymer-based food packaging is essential for the supply chain, as it ensures the containment and protection of the products packaged in it. Thus, over the years, the evolution of polymeric packaging has been gaining more and more prominence in the scientific and industrial fields. This prominence is mainly in the context of the sustainability and circular economy of packaging, as well as new developments in barrier, active, and smart materials. Therefore, I would like to invite you to submit your original research to this Special Issue of Polymers entitled “Advances in Polymers and Polymer Composites for Packaging Applications”. The scope of this Special Issue includes all aspects of research related to food packaging and safety, with a focus on materials based on synthetic polymers or biomaterials. This Special Issue includes theoretical and application-oriented articles, experimental and numerical studies, and reviews.

Prof. Dr. Luís Marangoni Júnior
Guest Editor

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