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Special Issues
Coatings 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.
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Advanced Coatings for Alloy Protection and Performance Enhancement
Deadline: 20 July 2026
Multifunctional Polymer Thin Films for Surface Engineering
Deadline: 20 July 2026
Modern Methods of Shaping the Structure and Properties of Coatings, 2nd Edition
Deadline: 20 July 2026
Thin Film Deposition via Chemical Methods: CVD, ALD, and Emerging Technologies
Deadline: 15 July 2026
Surface Chemistry in Science and Industry
Deadline: 15 July 2026
Advanced Functional Coatings on Fibrous Materials for Multifunctional Applications
Deadline: 15 July 2026
Heritage Conservation and Restoration: Surface Treatments, Coatings and Sustainable Approaches
Deadline: 10 July 2026
Advanced Coating Strategies for Steel Materials
Deadline: 10 July 2026
Surface Functionalization of Photovoltaic Materials
Deadline: 10 July 2026
Research Progress in Fusion Coatings and Additive Manufacturing
Deadline: 5 July 2026
Novel Application of Films and Coatings for Wastewater Treatment
Deadline: 1 July 2026
Research Progress and Future Prospects of Thermal Protection Coatings
Deadline: 30 June 2026
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