Modification and Applications of Polymers

Dear Colleagues,

Polymeric materials and polymer-based composites play a fundamental role in modern engineering due to their versatility, tunable properties, and broad range of applications. Continuous advances in polymer science and engineering enable the development of materials with tailored mechanical, thermal, chemical, and functional performance. In particular, various modification strategies—ranging from chemical functionalization and incorporation of additives to surface engineering and advanced processing techniques—allow for precise control over polymer structure and behavior at multiple length scales.

This Special Issue, entitled “Modification and Applications of Polymers”, focuses on recent developments in the design, modification, processing, and application of polymeric materials and polymer-based composites. Contributions addressing both bulk and surface modification approaches are particularly welcome, including, but not limited to, chemical modification, processing, incorporation of functional fillers, and advanced manufacturing methods.

The scope of this Special Issue includes experimental, theoretical, and modeling studies related to structure–property relationships, durability, and performance of polymers under various environmental conditions. Applications of interest span a wide range of sectors, including aerospace, automotive, energy, electronics, biomedical engineering, and environmental technologies.

Researchers are invited to submit original research articles and review papers that provide insights into emerging trends and innovative solutions in polymer modification and applications.

Dr. Sandra Paszkiewicz
Dr. Bartlomiej Przybyszewski
Guest Editors

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