Special Issues

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. The journal’s Editor-in-Chief and/or designated EBM 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. For any inquiries related to a Special Issue, please contact the Editorial Office.

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Functional Polymer Composites: Synthesis, Characterization and Application II submission deadline 25 Aug 2024 | 2 articles | Viewed by 1532 | Submission Open
Keywords: nanocomposites; hybrid composites; mechanical properties; surface modification; smart-textile materials
(This special issue belongs to the Section Smart and Functional Polymers)
Synthesis of Monomers and Polymers—in Memory of the 70th Anniversary of Nobel Prize to Prof. Hermann Staudinger submission deadline 25 Aug 2024 | 1 articles | Viewed by 1531 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymers and biopolymers; polymer structure; methods of polymer synthesis; polymer analysis; polymer properties
(This special issue belongs to the Section Innovation of Polymer Science and Technology)
Advances in Shape Memory Polymeric Materials
edited by Yelena R. Sliozberg
submission deadline 25 Aug 2024 | 1 articles | Viewed by 1239 | Submission Open
Keywords: shape memory polymer composites; shape memory epoxies; variable-stiffness systems of active polymers; liquid crystal elastomers; 3D and 4D printable shape memory polymers; thermoplastic shape memory polymers; biopolymer-based or bioinspired materials; mechanically adaptive polymeric materials; multi-stimuli responsive shape memory polymers; reprogramming of shape memory behavior
(This special issue belongs to the Section Smart and Functional Polymers)
Polymeric Porous Materials for Advanced Applications
edited by Hongxu Liu and Yanshu Shi
submission deadline 25 Aug 2024 | Viewed by 437 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymeric porous materials; porous organic polymers; hybrid porous materials; porous coordination polymers; stimuli-responsive; tunable porosity; advanced applications; separations and catalysis; energy storage; drug delivery
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)
Trends and Challenges in NMR Spectroscopy for Advanced Polymeric Materials Characterization submission deadline 25 Aug 2024 | Viewed by 294 | Submission Open
Keywords: solid-state NMR spectroscopy; structural characterization; rigidity vs. mobility; solvent– matrix interactions; crystallinity vs. amorphous solids; beyond conventional NMR techniques
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Analysis and Characterization)
Graphene-Based Polymer Composites and Their Applications II
edited by , and
submission deadline 25 Aug 2024 | Viewed by 264 | Submission Open
Keywords: graphene-based composites; graphene; graphene oxide; surface functionalization; fabrication approaches; materials properties; applications
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Composites and Nanocomposites)
Functional Polymers in Energy Conversion, Management, and Storage
edited by , Xujiang Chao and Guanwei Liang
submission deadline 25 Aug 2024 | Viewed by 234 | Submission Open
Keywords: functional polymers; polymer composite; solar energy; mechanical energy; LED; thermal management; batteries; energy conversion; energy management; energy storage
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)
Mechanical and Structural Properties of Polymer Materials submission deadline 25 Aug 2024 | Viewed by 230 | Submission Open
Keywords: microstructure; molecular structure; composites; interface; characterisation; mechanical properties; damage; ageing
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Physics and Theory)
Advances in Electrospun Technology and Polymer Materials submission deadline 25 Aug 2024 | Viewed by 172 | Submission Open
Keywords: three-dimensional electrospun meshes; bioresponsive electrospun structures; stimuli-responsive electrospun meshes; hybrid approaches; TE-based structures; hybrid and/or hierarchical structures; ECM mimicking; controlled drug delivery
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)
Smart and Intelligent Composite Structures for Innovative Industrial and Space Applications: Fiber-Reinforced Polymer Composites submission deadline 30 Aug 2024 | 2 articles | Viewed by 4685 | Submission Open
Keywords:   carbon fibers;   FRPs (CFRPs; GFRPs; etc);   self-sensing;   self-morphing;   shape memory polymers;   nanocomposites;   smart properties;   properties simulation;   recycling of thermoplastics and thermosets;   manufacturing technologies for FRPs
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Composites and Nanocomposites)
Advanced Polymeric Materials for Dental Applications III submission deadline 30 Aug 2024 | 2 articles | Viewed by 1340 | Submission Open
Keywords: resin composite; direct restorations; indirect restoration; fiber reinforcement; dental polymers; material science; biomechanical testing; monomer; polymerization
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)
Recent Developments in Thermal and Catalytic Recycling of Plastic Waste submission deadline 30 Aug 2024 | 1 articles | Viewed by 1253 | Submission Open
Keywords: waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE); post-consumer plastic waste; pyrolysis; gasification; decoupling; biomass; biofuel; bio-oil
(This special issue belongs to the Section Circular and Green Polymer Science)
Application of Polymer Materials in Pavement Design II submission deadline 30 Aug 2024 | 1 articles | Viewed by 819 | Submission Open
Keywords: asphalt pavement; concrete pavement; functional pavement; environmentally friendly pavement; pavement materials; polymer materials; functional materials; polymer-modified asphalt; cement additive
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)
Structural and Dynamic Properties of Polymer Materials
edited by
submission deadline 30 Aug 2024 | 1 articles | Viewed by 746 | Submission Open
Keywords: hydrogels and polyelectrolytes; biomateirals; composites; retardant polymers; functional composites; new processing methods and instruments; 3D printing; foaming; spinning; fibers and textiles; membranes
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Physics and Theory)
Recent Advances in Polymer Coatings
edited by and Yiqi Wang
submission deadline 30 Aug 2024 | Viewed by 199 | Submission Open
Keywords: spin coating; slot die coating; polymer coatings; smart polymer coatings; nanocomposite coatings; characterization; advanced imaging; spectroscopy; surface analysis; dynamic field
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Membranes and Films)
Multifunctional Application of Sustainable Biocomposites: From Cellulose/Lignin Materials to Bioplastic Blends
edited by
submission deadline 30 Aug 2024 | Viewed by 194 | Submission Open
Keywords: biocomposites; cellulose; lignin; bioplastics; 3D printing; properties; characterization
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)
Synthesis and Applications of Polymer-Based Nanocomposites submission deadline 31 Aug 2024 | 15 articles | Viewed by 31938 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymer-based nanocomposites; metal nanoparticles; carbon-based nanomaterials; biocomposite materials; fabrication optimization; polymer matrix enhancement; surface modification; interfacial bonding enhancement; energy applications; sensors
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Composites and Nanocomposites)
Biodegradable Polymer Composites
edited by and
submission deadline 31 Aug 2024 | 9 articles | Viewed by 21435 | Submission Open
Keywords: biopolymers; biodegradability; biorenewable resources; bio-based materials; biocomposites; natural fibers; composite recycling
(This special issue belongs to the Section Biomacromolecules, Biobased and Biodegradable Polymers)
Natural Polymer Materials: Cellulose, Lignin and Chitosan
edited by
submission deadline 31 Aug 2024 | 10 articles | Viewed by 14880 | Submission Open
Keywords: structural modification; structural characterization; structure– property relationships; nanostructured materials; biomaterials; functional biopolymers; medical applications
(This special issue belongs to the Section Circular and Green Polymer Science)
Advances in Wood Based Composites
edited by , , Marius Cătălin Barbu and
submission deadline 31 Aug 2024 | 8 articles | Viewed by 10901 | Submission Open
(This special issue belongs to the Section Biomacromolecules, Biobased and Biodegradable Polymers)
Bio-Based Polymer: Design, Property, and Application
edited by , and Haizhou Gong
submission deadline 31 Aug 2024 | 6 articles | Viewed by 10530 | Submission Open
Keywords: gel material design; biomass resource utilization and design; engineered biomaterials; energy device design; bamboo and wood composite design; waste resource utilization design; biopolymer; negative carbon design
(This special issue belongs to the Section Biomacromolecules, Biobased and Biodegradable Polymers)
Recent Advances in Molecularly Imprinted Polymers and Emerging Polymeric Technologies for Hazardous Compounds submission deadline 31 Aug 2024 | 5 articles | Viewed by 9060 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymers; molecularly imprinted polymers; smart materials; polymeric platforms; decontamination; hazardous compounds; (bio)sensors for drugs/explosives/dyes/pollutants/biological and chemical agents; detection; hydrogels
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)
Advances in Functional Hybrid Polymeric Composites submission deadline 31 Aug 2024 | 6 articles | Viewed by 7792 | Submission Open
Keywords: composites; hybrids; polymers; enhanced performance; fillers; functional
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Composites and Nanocomposites)
New Progress of Polymeric Materials in Advanced Manufacturing submission deadline 31 Aug 2024 | 3 articles | Viewed by 6110 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymers; polymeric composites; polymeric nanocomposites; advanced manufacturing; material fabrication and characterisation; numerical modelling and simulations; analytical modelling; experimental study
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Processing and Engineering)
Feature Papers in Polymer Applications II submission deadline 31 Aug 2024 | 6 articles | Viewed by 5725 | Submission Open
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)
Sustainable Polymeric Materials and Eco-Design submission deadline 31 Aug 2024 | 3 articles | Viewed by 5498 | Submission Open
Keywords: biodegradable polymers; bioplastics; biodegradation of polymers; ecotoxicology of polymers; green chemistry; chemical recycling of polymers; natural-fiber-based polymeric composites; microplastics; life-cycle assessment of polymeric materials; energy-saving polymeric materials
(This special issue belongs to the Section Circular and Green Polymer Science)
Advances in Sustainable Polymers: Processing, Modeling, Properties and Applications, 2nd Edition submission deadline 31 Aug 2024 | 4 articles | Viewed by 4833 | Submission Open
Keywords: sustainable polymers; renewable polymers; eco-friendly polymers; green polymers; biomass-derived polymers; biodegradable polymers; waste-derived polymers; recovery and recycling of plastics and polymer composites; circular economy
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Processing and Engineering)
Biobased and Biodegradable Polymer Blends and Composites II submission deadline 31 Aug 2024 | 3 articles | Viewed by 4594 | Submission Open
Keywords: biobased materials; biocomposites; mechanical performances; biodegradability; sustainability; polymer blends
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Composites and Nanocomposites)
Overviews on the Progress of Epoxy Resins: Preparation, Processing, Properties and Applications
edited by
submission deadline 31 Aug 2024 | 3 articles | Viewed by 3875 | Submission Open
Keywords: epoxy ring; glass restoration; coatings; surface conservation; reinforced composites; cross-linked polymers; UV polymerization; thermosetting; condensation polymerization; tertiary amines
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Processing and Engineering)
Sustainability of Polymer Materials submission deadline 31 Aug 2024 | 2 articles | Viewed by 3598 | Submission Open
(This special issue belongs to the Section Circular and Green Polymer Science)
Polymer Materials for Sensors and Actuators
edited by Bin Liu and Juan Liu
submission deadline 31 Aug 2024 | 3 articles | Viewed by 3547 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymer materials; sensors; actuators; physical parameters; chemical parameters; healthcare; environmental monitoring; industrial sectors; robotics; microfluidics; biomedical devices; fabrication; flexibility
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)
Biomedical Applications of Polymeric Materials II submission deadline 31 Aug 2024 | 2 articles | Viewed by 3384 | Submission Open
Keywords: biopolymers; polysaccharide; medical application; pharmaceutical application; in vitro and in vivo assays; chemical properties; physical properties; polymer chain structure; biopolymeric materials; polymeric materials
(This special issue belongs to the Section Biomacromolecules, Biobased and Biodegradable Polymers)
Advanced Polymer Matrix Composites: Design, Manufacturing and Analysis
edited by Jie Zhi, Jialong Liu and Xin Lu
submission deadline 31 Aug 2024 | 3 articles | Viewed by 3269 | Submission Open
Keywords: fiber-reinforced composites; bio-inspired composites; additive manufacturing; artificial intelligence; integrated design and manufacture; damage tolerance
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Physics and Theory)
Application of Polymer Materials in Optoelectronic Devices
edited by
submission deadline 31 Aug 2024 | 2 articles | Viewed by 3265 | Submission Open
Keywords: organic solar cell; polymer solar cell; quantum dot solar cell; quantum dot solar cell; perovskite solar cell; polymer photo-detector; organic light-emitting diode; quantum-dot light-emitting diode; perovskite light-emitting diode; Inkjet printing process; spin-coating process
(This special issue belongs to the Section Smart and Functional Polymers)
Cross-Linked Polymers II submission deadline 31 Aug 2024 | 2 articles | Viewed by 2586 | Submission Open
Keywords: cross-linking polymers; polymeric networks; bulk copolymers; cross-linking agents; epoxy resins; chemical resistant materials; composites
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Chemistry)
Biopolymers and Composites for Biomedical Applications submission deadline 31 Aug 2024 | 2 articles | Viewed by 2383 | Submission Open
Keywords: polynucleotides; polypeptides; polysaccharides; biomaterials; tissue engineering; regenerative medicine
(This special issue belongs to the Section Biomacromolecules, Biobased and Biodegradable Polymers)
Polymer Composites in Biomedical Applications III submission deadline 31 Aug 2024 | 2 articles | Viewed by 2120 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymer composite; biomedical application; tissue engineering; mechanical properties; soft tissue; hard tissue; bioactivity; durability; biodegradability
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)
Synthesis, Characterization, and Application of Liquid Crystal Polymers
edited by Maciej Kisiel and Beata Mossety-Leszczak
submission deadline 31 Aug 2024 | 2 articles | Viewed by 1930 | Submission Open
Keywords: liquid crystallinity; liquid-crystalline polymers; oriented/organized polymers; mesogenic groups; self-reinforcement; smart materials; ordering; coatings
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Physics and Theory)
Polymer-Based Biomaterials for Tissue Engineering Applications
edited by , , and Yu Long
submission deadline 31 Aug 2024 | 3 articles | Viewed by 1618 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymer-based biomaterials; tissue engineering; additive manufacturing; 3D printing; 4D printing; bioprinting; cell printing; organ and organoid printing; biomimetic materials and structures
(This special issue belongs to the Section Biomacromolecules, Biobased and Biodegradable Polymers)
Mechanical and Structural Behavior for Polymer Composites
edited by Xin Zhang
submission deadline 31 Aug 2024 | 1 articles | Viewed by 1598 | Submission Open
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Analysis and Characterization)
Polymer Materials for Agricultural Application II submission deadline 31 Aug 2024 | 1 articles | Viewed by 1518 | Submission Open
Keywords: (bio)polymer coating for controlled-release fertilizers; novel fertilizing products based on (nano)lignin and their derivatives; plant biostimulants based on proteins and/or bioactive peptides; oligosaccharins acting as elicitors of plant defense; low-risk plant protection products based on polymer material; mulch film produced from natural polymers; polymer material for seed coating and seed biostimulation; polymer materials for soil improvement and stabilization; edible films for an extended shelf life of fruits and vegetables
(This special issue belongs to the Section Biomacromolecules, Biobased and Biodegradable Polymers)
Advanced Polymer Composite Materials: Processing, Modeling, Properties and Applications III submission deadline 31 Aug 2024 | 2 articles | Viewed by 1336 | Submission Open
Keywords: processing technologies; modeling; simulation and material optimization; synthetic and/or natural polymers; modification and/or activation of polymers; surface modification; fillers and nanofillers; (natural) fibers; nanoparticles; biocomposites; bio-based hybrid materials; renewable materials; green chemistry; composites and nanocomposites; polymer composites; biocomposites; composite recycling; phase compatibilization; properties of composites; characterization; applications
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Processing and Engineering)
Fracture Mechanics of Soft Polymer Composites and Polymeric Advanced Materials
edited by Michele Terzano, Mattia Pancrazio Cosma, and
submission deadline 31 Aug 2024 | 1 articles | Viewed by 1232 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymers composites; advanced materials; bioinspired materials; biological tissues; molecular models; computational mechanics; fracture mechanics; fatigue; damage; viscoelasticity
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Analysis and Characterization)
Natural Fiber (Cellulose, Chitin)-Based Bioplastic Composites and Their Emerging Applications
edited by
submission deadline 31 Aug 2024 | 1 articles | Viewed by 1230 | Submission Open
Keywords: biodegradable polymer; biobased polymer; cellulose nanofiber; chitin nanofiber; natural fiber based nanocomposites; biodegradable filter; high-barrier cellulose film; cellulose-based battery separators
(This special issue belongs to the Section Biomacromolecules, Biobased and Biodegradable Polymers)
New Progress in Semiconducting Polymer Nanoparticles
edited by
submission deadline 31 Aug 2024 | 1 articles | Viewed by 1180 | Submission Open
Keywords: semiconducting polymers; conjugated polymers; narrow bandgaps; luminescent conjugated polymer dots; near-infrared emission; sensors; photoacoustic imaging; photothermal therapy
(This special issue belongs to the Section Smart and Functional Polymers)
Functional Polymers for Water and Wastewater Treatment submission deadline 31 Aug 2024 | 1 articles | Viewed by 959 | Submission Open
Keywords: wastewater treatment; functional polymers; heavy metals; dyes; natural/synthetic polymers; pollutants; adsorbents
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)
Natural Polysaccharide: Synthesis, Modification and Application II
edited by
submission deadline 31 Aug 2024 | 1 articles | Viewed by 881 | Submission Open
Keywords: synthesis of natural polysaccharides; modification of natural polysaccharides; biomass polysaccharide; natural surfactant; functional natural polymer; natural emulsion
(This special issue belongs to the Section Biomacromolecules, Biobased and Biodegradable Polymers)
New Advances in Polymer-Based Surfactants
edited by Yang Zhang and Hailong Chen
submission deadline 31 Aug 2024 | 1 articles | Viewed by 832 | Submission Open
Keywords: surfactant; polymer; functional materials; surface treatment; hydrogel; foaming stability
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)
Recent Advances in Multifunctional Polymer Nanocomposites submission deadline 31 Aug 2024 | Viewed by 464 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymer nanocomposites; hybrid nanocomposites; nanocomposites based on polymer blends; multifunctional properties; mechanical properties; impact behavior; electrical and thermal conductivity; electromagnetic interference shielding; dielectric properties; barrier properties
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Composites and Nanocomposites)
Biopolymer-Based Biomimetic Scaffolds II submission deadline 31 Aug 2024 | Viewed by 267 | Submission Open
Keywords: natural polymers; biomaterials; biomimetic structure; scaffold; tissue engineering; biopolymer; biocompatibility; cell– material interaction
(This special issue belongs to the Section Circular and Green Polymer Science)
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