Polymer Biocomposites: Synthesis, Applications and End-Life
A special issue of International Journal of Molecular Sciences (ISSN 1422-0067). This special issue belongs to the section "Materials Science".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 March 2026 | Viewed by 5
Special Issue Editors
Interests: biomaterials; biocomposite and nanocomposites; polymer blends; recycling; environmental engineering
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Interests: materials; composite; nanocomposite; geopolymers; recycling
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Composites offer significant potential in the field of materials, enabling high performance through the combination of different materials.
In recent decades, the depletion of non-renewable resources, coupled with growing public awareness and concern about environmental health, has prompted industry and research to develop more sustainable materials.
In particular, these concerns have led to a growing interest in syntesis of polymers from renewable sources and/or biodegradable polymers, with the aim of reducing oil dependency and tackling plastic pollution.
However, today, attention is focused more on so-called 'biocomposites', which are composite materials that are more environmentally friendly. The main benefits of these materials include low cost, wide availability, light weight, and greater environmental sustainability thanks to their recyclability and biodegradability. This Special Issue of the International Journal of Molecular Sciences will focus on a collection of excellent research articles and review papers related to the synthesis, chemistry, preparationa, and functionalization of polymers and fillers for the realization of biocomposites.
Topics of interest include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Novel synthesis methods, molecular design, and functional modifications of polymer materials;
- Molecular structure, properties, and reactions of polymer materials;
- Intermolecular interactions in polymers;
- Use and functionalisation of natural fillers for preparation of biocomposites;
- Biodegradation.
Dr. Maria Chiara Mistretta
Dr. Manuela Ceraulo
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- polymer biocomposites
- biodegradable polymers
- molecular design and synthesis
- functional modifications
- biodegradation
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