Advances in the Mechanical Behavior of Biopolymer Materials
A special issue of Materials (ISSN 1996-1944). This special issue belongs to the section "Polymeric Materials".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 20 February 2026 | Viewed by 22
Special Issue Editor
Interests: biomechanics; mechanical properties of polymers and copolymers; modification and functionalization of biopolymers; biodegradation of polymers; mechanical properties of biological tissues and tissues’ structural components; constitutive modeling of fibre-reinforced tissues and biomaterials
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
The growing demand for polymer biomaterials and polymer-based composites is driven by their unique properties, biodegradability, and strong potential for specialized applications, particularly in medicine. Recent advances in material design, processing technologies, and additive manufacturing have enabled the development of biopolymers with tailored mechanical properties, improved strength, and enhanced functional performance, tailored to meet specific application requirements. These developments have broadened their use in biomedical devices, packaging, automotive components, and structural materials, offering eco-friendly alternatives to conventional petroleum-based polymers.
This Special Issue focuses on the latest breakthroughs in understanding and enhancing the mechanical behaviour of biopolymer materials, including elasticity, plasticity, fracture mechanics, and long-term durability. Key research areas include:
- Microstructural control and reinforcement strategies (e.g., nanofillers, fibre reinforcement, blending);
- Processing–structure–property relationships in biopolymer composites;
- Environmental and ageing effects (e.g., humidity, temperature, biodegradation) on mechanical performance;
- Advanced characterisation methods and computational modelling for predicting mechanical response.
By bringing together high-quality research, this issue aims to disseminate cutting-edge findings and foster further innovation in sustainable biopolymer materials, providing valuable insights for academics, engineers, and industry stakeholders committed to green material solutions.
Dr. Magdalena Kobielarz
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- biodegradable polymers and copolymers
- mechanical properties
- chemical and physical properties
- bulk and surface modification
- surface functionalization
- biodegradation
- biocompatibility and cytocompatibility
- biomedical applications
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