Polymers

Polymer Nanofibers and Fiber Composites

edited by

Anastasia Anceschi

submission deadline 20 Nov 2024 | 1 articles | Viewed by 1942 | Submission Open

Keywords: electrospinning; fiber composite; nanofibers; polymers; biomaterials; natural polymers; interfaces

(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Fibers)

Advanced Resin Matrix Composites: Synthesis, Characterization, Processing and Applications

edited by

Yizhuo Gu

and

Shaokai Wang

submission deadline 25 Nov 2024 | 5 articles | Viewed by 7136 | Submission Open

Keywords: fibers; thermoplastic resin; thermosetting resin; polymer matrix composites; interface/interphase; numerical analysis; process simulation; 3D printing; 4D printing

(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Composites and Nanocomposites)

Smart Polymeric Materials for Soft Electronics

edited by

Naveen Tiwari

submission deadline 25 Nov 2024 | 4 articles | Viewed by 6770 | Submission Open

Keywords: polymers; sensors; nanocomposite; stretchable; soft electronics; biomedical; polymer chemistry

(This special issue belongs to the Section Smart and Functional Polymers)

Advances in Plastics Industry

edited by

Luca Cozzarini

submission deadline 25 Nov 2024 | 3 articles | Viewed by 6122 | Submission Open

Keywords: manufacturing; sustainability; bio-based plastics; packaging; energy; recycling

(This special issue belongs to the Section Circular and Green Polymer Science)

Polymer-Based Flexible Materials, 2nd Edition

edited by

Jiangtao Xu

and

Sihang Zhang

submission deadline 25 Nov 2024 | 5 articles | Viewed by 4830 | Submission Open

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)

Advanced Manufacturing of Polymeric Biomaterials

edited by

Qianming Lin

,

Chao Zhang

and

Kaiyang Yin

submission deadline 25 Nov 2024 | 2 articles | Viewed by 4598 | Submission Open

Keywords: composites; biopolymers; synthetic polymers; 3D printing; freeze casting; biocompatibility; microfluidics; drug/gene delivery; antibacterial materials; tissue engineering

(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Processing and Engineering)

Application of Artificial Intelligence in Polymer Composite Materials Research

edited by Jidong Shi

submission deadline 25 Nov 2024 | 2 articles | Viewed by 4077 | Submission Open

Keywords: artificial intelligence; composite; polymer; materials design; property prediction; data processing; failure analysis; soft electronics

(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Physics and Theory)

Biomedical Polymer Materials for Wound Healing

edited by Panpan Pan

submission deadline 25 Nov 2024 | 2 articles | Viewed by 4069 | Submission Open

Keywords: biomedical polymer; wound healing; tissue regeneration; multifunctional hydrogels; tissue-engineered scaffolds; skin dressings; hemostatic materials; wearable devices; drug-controlled release systems

(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)

Advances in Functional Polymer Nanocomposites

edited by

Manwar Hussain

submission deadline 25 Nov 2024 | 4 articles | Viewed by 3629 | Submission Open

(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Composites and Nanocomposites)

Molecularly Imprinted Polymers-Based Functional Materials

edited by

Xuanhao Lin

and

Jiangyong Hu

submission deadline 25 Nov 2024 | 2 articles | Viewed by 3039 | Submission Open

Keywords: molecularly imprinted polymers (MIPs); molecular imprinting technology; selective sensors; biosensors; chemosensors; electrochemical sensors; functional materials; conducting polymers

(This special issue belongs to the Section Smart and Functional Polymers)

Sustainable Development of Advanced Polymer Composites

edited by

Han Zhang

submission deadline 25 Nov 2024 | 1 articles | Viewed by 1653 | Submission Open

Keywords: sustainable materials; sustainable manufacturing; natural fibre composites; bio-based polymers and composites; nanocomposites; energy materials; life cycle assessment; circular economy for polymer composites; green chemistry; composite recycling

(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Composites and Nanocomposites)

Preparation and Characterization of Polymer-Based Electrolyte Materials

edited by

Sébastien Maria

submission deadline 25 Nov 2024 | Viewed by 404 | Submission Open

Keywords: polymer electrolytes; copolymers; ionic conductivity; energy; fuel cells; batteries; supercapacitor; solar cells; actuators

(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)

Advances in Polymers and Polymer Composites for Tissue Engineering

edited by Stella Georgiadou

submission deadline 25 Nov 2024 | Viewed by 312 | Submission Open

Keywords: polymers and polymer composites; morphological and biochemical properties; conductivity; tissue engineering technology

(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)

Polymer Innovations: Advancements in Bioplastics and Bio-Sustainable Materials

edited by

Francesca Luzi

and Simona Sabbatini

submission deadline 25 Nov 2024 | Viewed by 228 | Submission Open

Keywords: bio-based and natural polymers; polymeric composites and nanocomposites; synthesis of innovative polymers; bio-based additives and fillers; biodegradation and disintegration in composing condition of polymeric based systems; characterization (thermal; mechanical; morphology; chemical; etc.); manufacturing (extrusion; 3D printing; electrospinning; injection moulding; thermoforming; hot-press moulding; etc.); molecular characterization; vibrational analysis

(This special issue belongs to the Section Circular and Green Polymer Science)

Rheology and Processing of Polymer Materials

edited by

Biwei Qiu

submission deadline 30 Nov 2024 | 7 articles | Viewed by 21575 | Submission Open

Keywords: rheology; crystallization; polymer composite; polymer processing; mechanical properties; toughness

(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Processing and Engineering)

A Commemorative Issue in Honor of Professor Jose M. Kenny: Advances in Polymer Composites and Nanocomposites

edited by

Miguel Ángel López Manchado

,

Laura Peponi

and Luigi Torre

submission deadline 30 Nov 2024 | 12 articles | Viewed by 14720 | Submission Open

Keywords: polymers; composites; nanocomposites; nanoparticles; polymeric blends; processing; recycling; advance materials; smart materials; functional polymers; biodegradable polymers; bio-based polymers

(This special issue belongs to the Section Innovation of Polymer Science and Technology)

Advances in Polymer/Graphene Composites and Nanocomposites

edited by

Hongsheng Yang

submission deadline 30 Nov 2024 | 7 articles | Viewed by 13675 | Submission Open

Keywords: graphene and graphene oxide; polymer composite and nanocomposite; aerogel; hydrogel; functional; high strength; lightweight; energy; environment; health

(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Composites and Nanocomposites)

Advances in Functional Polymers and Composites

edited by

Bing Wang

,

Chenglong Guan

and

Lihua Zhan

submission deadline 30 Nov 2024 | 11 articles | Viewed by 11076 | Submission Open

Keywords: polymer; composite; manufacture; mechanical property; mechanics; theoretical analysis; structural health monitoring; fatigue; structural integrity; non-destructive testing and evaluation; finite element analysis

(This special issue belongs to the Section Smart and Functional Polymers)

Processing, Valorization and Utilization of Biomass/Waste-Derived Polymers

edited by

Javier Remón

and

Zhicheng Jiang

submission deadline 30 Nov 2024 | 4 articles | Viewed by 7817 | Submission Open

Keywords: biopolymers; polymers from biomass; polymers from waste; industrial waste polymers; biorefinery; sustainability; valorisation; value-added products and materials; biofuels

(This special issue belongs to the Section Biobased and Biodegradable Polymers)

Polymer-Containing Nanomaterials: Synthesis, Properties, Applications

edited by

Yaroslav O. Mezhuev

submission deadline 30 Nov 2024 | 5 articles | Viewed by 7423 | Submission Open

Keywords: nanoparticles; polymer nanoparticles; nanomaterials; catalysis; green chemistry; nanoparticle stabilization; nanomedicine; biomedicine; nanoparticle synthesis; nanoparticle properties; adsorption; sensors; nanocomposites

(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Composites and Nanocomposites)

Multifunctional Polymers and Their Composites: Design, Processing and Properties

edited by Lu Zhang, Shaowei Lu and Xiaoqiang Wang

submission deadline 30 Nov 2024 | 3 articles | Viewed by 5778 | Submission Open

Keywords: nanocomposites; functionalization; thermal conductivity and conductivity; electromagnetic shielding; sensor design and controllable standby; sensor response mechanism; structural health monitoring; manufacturing monitoring

(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Composites and Nanocomposites)

Sustainable Polymers for a Circular Economy

edited by

Mihaela Cosnita

and

Cristina Cazan

submission deadline 30 Nov 2024 | 5 articles | Viewed by 5403 | Submission Open

Keywords: design and synthesis of biodegradable and/or recyclable polymers; advances in polymer recycling technologies and processes; development of waste-based polymer composites; life cycle assessment and environmental impact analysis of polymer materials; renewable feedstocks and green chemistry approaches for polymer production; • strategies to extend and enhance the lifespan and durability of polymer products; policy frameworks and regulatory initiatives promoting sustainable polymers for use in circular economies; case studies highlighting successful implementations of sustainable polymers in various industries; measures promoting an increase in the productivity of resource use through diversification; technological upgrading and innovation; contributing to the creation of a more sustainable and resource-efficient economy; economic and societal implications of transitioning towards sustainable polymers

(This special issue belongs to the Section Circular and Green Polymer Science)

New Polymer Fibers: Production and Applications

edited by

Joana Costa Vieira

and

Ana Paula Costa

submission deadline 30 Nov 2024 | 3 articles | Viewed by 5103 | Submission Open

Keywords: natural fibers; physical properties; synthetic fibers; process production; applications; composites; biomaterials; smart-materials; nanomaterials; sustainable materials

(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Fibers)

Additive Agents for Polymer Functionalization Modification

edited by

Xinde Chen

and

Bo Wang

submission deadline 30 Nov 2024 | 6 articles | Viewed by 4597 | Submission Open

Keywords: polymer additives; polymer composites; sustainable polymers; flame retardants; plasticizers; functionalization modification of biopolymers; new structure of polymer additives; new mechanism of polymer additives; new use of polymer additives; application of polymer additives; relationship between structure and performance of polymer additives

(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Composites and Nanocomposites)

Recent Trends in Polymer Membranes: Fabrication Technique, Characterization, Functionalization, and Applications in Environmental Science, 2nd Edition

edited by

Yan Wang

and

Gang Wei

submission deadline 30 Nov 2024 | 3 articles | Viewed by 3716 | Submission Open

Keywords: functional polymers; fabrication technique; nanoparticles; 2D materials; functionalization; hybridization; biomimetic synthesis; characterization techniques; membrane filtration; wastewater treatment; desalination; environment remediation; drug; pesticides; virus; antifouling; antibacterial; sustainability

(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Membranes and Films)

Durability and Degradation of Polymeric Materials III

edited by

Abdel-Hamid I. Mourad

submission deadline 30 Nov 2024 | 3 articles | Viewed by 3284 | Submission Open

Keywords: the production of durable polymers; chemical degradation; recycling; the bio/thermal degradation of polymers; the assessment of polymer durability; various studies on degradation of polymers; the environmental impact of polymers; the recycling and upcycling of polymers; durable designs and polymer engineering

(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Processing and Engineering)

Stimuli-Responsive Polymers: Fabrication and Application

edited by Lingyan Liu

submission deadline 30 Nov 2024 | 2 articles | Viewed by 2807 | Submission Open

Keywords: stimuli responsive; physical or chemical property change; morphology; sensors; drug delivery

(This special issue belongs to the Section Smart and Functional Polymers)

Advanced Polymer Materials: Synthesis, Structure, and Properties

edited by

Edina Rusen

submission deadline 30 Nov 2024 | 2 articles | Viewed by 2625 | Submission Open

Keywords: controlled radical polymerizations (CRP); ionic polymerization; polycondensation; radical polymerization; Polymer structure and properties

(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Chemistry)

Eco-Friendly Polymers: Structure, Modification and Processing

edited by Dorota Dukarska and

Jakub Kawalerczyk

submission deadline 30 Nov 2024 | 2 articles | Viewed by 2591 | Submission Open

Keywords: sustainable polymers; bio-based polymer materials; eco-friendly adhesives; natural filler; biodegradable polymers; bio-composite materials; bio-based hybrid polymer composites; biopolymer-based nanocomposites; sustainable innovations in bio-based polymer materials; green composites; biomass-derived polymers; technologies for environmentally friendly polymer processing; bio-based polymer structure and modification; processing of eco-friendly polymers; eco-friendly polymers in wood-based material production; bio-based coating for wood and wood-based materials; bio-based polymers for wood preservation; environmental engineering of eco-friendly materials

(This special issue belongs to the Section Biobased and Biodegradable Polymers)

Advanced Hydrogels for Biomedical Application

edited by Iksung Cho and

Tooru Ooya

submission deadline 30 Nov 2024 | 2 articles | Viewed by 2567 | Submission Open

Keywords: hydrogel; polymeric biomaterial; stimuli-responsive; tissue engineering; drug delivery system

(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)

Polymeric Materials in Modern and Contemporary Art, 3rd Edition

edited by

Valentina Pintus

and

Francesca Izzo

submission deadline 30 Nov 2024 | 1 articles | Viewed by 2385 | Submission Open

Keywords: polymeric materials in modern and contemporary art; matrix and additive identification and their interaction; new technologies and evaluation methods; aging and degradation mechanisms and phenomena; influence of VOCs on polymeric materials; advances in conservation treatments

(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Analysis and Characterization)

Sustainable Bio-Based Polymer Materials

edited by

Maya Jacob John

submission deadline 30 Nov 2024 | 1 articles | Viewed by 2103 | Submission Open

Keywords: biopolymers; cellulose; lignin; biocomposites

(This special issue belongs to the Section Circular and Green Polymer Science)

Biopolymers: Structure-Function Relationship and Application III

edited by

Zhaojun Wang

submission deadline 30 Nov 2024 | 2 articles | Viewed by 1988 | Submission Open

Keywords: carbohydrate polymers; food hydrocolloids; dietary fibers; protein; structure; conformation; physicochemical properties; rheology; functionality; bioactivity

(This special issue belongs to the Section Biobased and Biodegradable Polymers)

Advances in Eco-Friendly Polyurethane Foams and Adhesives

edited by

Bruno Esteves

and

Luisa Paula Cruz Lopes

submission deadline 30 Nov 2024 | 1 articles | Viewed by 1939 | Submission Open

Keywords: adhesives; foams; lignocellulosic materials; NIPU; polyurethane

(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Networks)

Nanostructured Polymers for Advanced Energy Storage

edited by

Thuan-Nguyen Pham-Truong

and Thi-Khanh-Ly Nguyen

submission deadline 30 Nov 2024 | 1 articles | Viewed by 1937 | Submission Open

Keywords: nanostructured polymers; multifunctional polymers; polyHIPE-derived materials; gel polymer electrolyte; supercapacitors; lithium batteries; post-lithium batteries; redox flow batteries; life cycle

(This special issue belongs to the Section Circular and Green Polymer Science)

Recycling of Plastic and Rubber Wastes, 2nd Edition

edited by

Florian Part

submission deadline 30 Nov 2024 | 2 articles | Viewed by 1704 | Submission Open

Keywords: plastic recycling; recycling of polymer composites; recycling of packaging materials; polymer degradation; plastics from electronic equipment and WEE; car tire recycling; compounding; re-granulation; thermochemical recycling; end-of-waste criteria of recycled plastic; life cycle and socioeconomic assessment of recycling routes

(This special issue belongs to the Section Circular and Green Polymer Science)

Next-Generation Textiles: Advancements in Functional Polymers for Sustainable, Smart and Health-Enhancing Fabrics

edited by

Guowen Song

submission deadline 30 Nov 2024 | 1 articles | Viewed by 1653 | Submission Open

Keywords: PPE; hazards; smart textiles; protective textiles

(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Processing and Engineering)

Crystallization Behavior and Mechanical Properties of Semi-crystalline Polymers

edited by

Andrzej Pawlak

and Justyna Krajenta

submission deadline 30 Nov 2024 | 1 articles | Viewed by 1521 | Submission Open

Keywords: semi-crystalline polymers; crystallization; mechanical properties; nucleation; plastic deformation; crystalline structure; isothermal and non-isothermal crystallization; cold crystallization; spherulites

(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Analysis and Characterization)

Design and Characterization of Polymer-Based Electrode Materials

edited by

Hung-Ju Yen

and

Febri Baskoro

submission deadline 30 Nov 2024 | 1 articles | Viewed by 1454 | Submission Open

Keywords: polymer; conductive polymer; electrode materials; energy storage; batteries; supercapacitor

(This special issue belongs to the Section Smart and Functional Polymers)

Additive Manufacturing of (Bio)Polymeric Materials, 2nd Edition

edited by

Dana Luca Motoc

and

Santiago Ferrándiz-Bou

submission deadline 30 Nov 2024 | 1 articles | Viewed by 1019 | Submission Open

Keywords: additive manufacturing; (bio)polymers; (bio)polymer-based composites; material characterization; modeling and simulation; applications

(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Processing and Engineering)

Sustainable Bio-Based and Circular Polymers and Composites

edited by Maria-Paraskevi Belioka,

Dimitris S. Achilias

and

George Z. Papageorgiou

submission deadline 30 Nov 2024 | 1 articles | Viewed by 958 | Submission Open

Keywords: synthesis of biopolymers; biopolymer composites and nanocomposites; biocompatibility and biodegradability; circular polymers and composites; processing methods of biopolymer composites/nanocomposites; morphology and surface properties; thermal behavior and thermal stability; mechanical properties and structural integrity; thermo-responsive biopolymer composites/nanocomposites; eco-challenges of bio-based or circular polymer composites; three-dimensional printing of bio-based or circular polymer nanocomposites; biopolymer or circular polymer composites/nanocomposites for food packaging; biopolymer or circular polymer composites/nanocomposites for energy storage; biopolymer or circular polymer composites and nanocomposites for sensing/biosensing; biopolymers or circular polymer and their composites/nanocomposites for smart medical devices; biopolymer or circular polymer composites/nanocomposites for regenerative medicine; bio-based polymer or circular polymer composites/nanocomposites for drug delivery

(This special issue belongs to the Section Circular and Green Polymer Science)

Flexible Devices Based on Functional Polymers

edited by

Bo Li

, Yu Sun and Ruiyu Bai

submission deadline 30 Nov 2024 | 1 articles | Viewed by 876 | Submission Open

Keywords: flexible electronic; soft actuator; soft robot; sensor; biomedical chip

(This special issue belongs to the Section Smart and Functional Polymers)

Multifunctional Carbon-Based Polymer Nanocomposites

edited by

José Ignacio Velasco

,

Marcelo Antunes

and

Hooman Abbasi

submission deadline 30 Nov 2024 | 1 articles | Viewed by 849 | Submission Open

Keywords: carbon-based nanocomposites; carbon nanotubes; carbon nanofibers; carbon-based fillers

(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Composites and Nanocomposites)

Polymers in Supercapacitor Technology

edited by

Helinando Pequeno de Oliveira

, José Jarib Alcaraz-Espinoza and

Glaydson Simoes dos Reis

submission deadline 30 Nov 2024 | Viewed by 494 | Submission Open

Keywords: conducting polymers; electrodes; wearables; flexible electronics; supercapacitors; gel electrolytes

(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)

Polymeric Innovations in Bone Regeneration

edited by Peizhi Zhu

submission deadline 30 Nov 2024 | Viewed by 456 | Submission Open

Keywords: hyaluronic acid; bone repair; bone regeneration; bone tumor; bone drug; cancer drug; bone structure; bone diseases; biomaterials

(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)

Processing, Modification and Application of Lignin

edited by

Linhuo Gan

submission deadline 30 Nov 2024 | Viewed by 302 | Submission Open

Keywords: lignin chemistry; lignin depolymerization; lignin-derived fine chemicals; lignin-based functional materials; lignocellulosic biomass

(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Processing and Engineering)

Cellulose and Chitosan: Characterization, Modification and Application

edited by

Bishnu Acharya

submission deadline 30 Nov 2024 | Viewed by 227 | Submission Open

Keywords: cellulose; chitosan; biopolymers; characterization; modification; application; extraction; thermal analysis; biocompatibility; biodegradability; wound healing; packaging materials; water treatment; composite materials; sustainability; life cycle assessment

(This special issue belongs to the Section Biobased and Biodegradable Polymers)

Recent Advances in Polymer-Based Catalysts

edited by Chinh Hoang Tran and

Wenliang Song

submission deadline 30 Nov 2024 | Viewed by 181 | Submission Open

Keywords: polymer-based catalyst; polymer-immobilized catalyst; polymer-supported catalyst; polymer catalyst; polymeric material; polymeric catalyst

(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Chemistry)

Rheological Properties of Polymers and Polymer Composites

edited by

Pavlos Stephanou

and Christos Georgantopoulos

submission deadline 1 Dec 2024 | 8 articles | Viewed by 10814 | Submission Open

(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Physics and Theory)

Nanostructured Polymer Composites for Energy Conversion Applications

edited by Feiyu Xu, Prithwish Biswas and

Chen Zhao

submission deadline 1 Dec 2024 | Viewed by 475 | Submission Open

Keywords: polymer nanocomposites; fluoropolymers; energetic composites; polymer composite electrodes; polymer solar cells; polymer thermoelectrics; mechanical properties; thermal conductivity

(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)

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