Advances in Starch and Lignocellulosic-Based Materials
A special issue of Macromol (ISSN 2673-6209).
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 28 February 2026 | Viewed by 384
Special Issue Editor
Interests: stimuli-responsive polymers; bioplastics; bionanocomposites; smart energy; smart materials; shape-memory polymers; piezoelectric effect; catalysis
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
This Special Issue aims to highlight recent developments in starch and lignocellulosic-based materials, emphasizing their potential application as sustainable alternatives to synthetic polymers. These bio-based materials are garnering enhanced interest due to their renewability, biodegradability, and functional versatility across a wide range of applications, including packaging, biocomposites, pharmaceuticals, and energy. This Special Issue will explore advances in extraction, modification, processing, and characterization techniques that enhance their performance and broaden their applicability. The scope of this Special Issue includes chemical and enzymatic modifications, thermoplastic blends, nanostructuration, the development of hybrid materials, and innovations in mechanical and barrier properties. We particularly welcome contributions that address the challenges of scalability, stability, and environmental impact. By compiling innovative research from academia and industry, this Special Issue will serve as a platform for fostering innovation and collaboration in the development of next-generation materials from starch and lignocellulosic biomass.
Dr. Valentina Sessini
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- biodegradable polymers
- biobased materials
- sustainable materials
- natural fiber reinforcement
- polymer modification
- lignocellulosic biomass
- starch-based materials
- reactive extrusion
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