Macromolecular Chemistry
A section of Molecules (ISSN 1420-3049).
Section Information
The Macromolecular Chemistry Section of the journal Molecules publishes original, fundamental, and impactful research and timely review articles on all aspects of polymer science. The journal covers all aspects of polymer synthesis, including polymerization mechanisms and chemical functional transformations, with a focus on novel polymers and the relationships between molecular structure and polymer properties. In addition, we welcome submissions on bio-based, natural or renewable polymers, stimuli-responsive systems, and polymer bio-hybrids. The main scope is covered but not limited to the following core research areas:
- Novel synthetic routes for polymerization, functional modification, controlled/living polymerization, and precision polymers;
- Polymerization mechanisms and kinetics; polymerization catalysis;
- Macromolecular structure, function and advanced characterization of polymers;
- Sustainable polymer synthesis, biomass-derived and bio-based polymers, natural polymers, biomacromolecules, bio-(nano)composites;
- Biodegradable polymers, polymers recycling, debondable polymers;
- Covalent adaptable networks; vitrimers;
- Supramolecular polymers and self-assembly;
- Polymers for regenerative medicine and biomedical applications or drug delivery release;
- Synthesis and application of novel polymers.
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Special Issues
Following special issues within this section are currently open for submissions:
- Natural Polymers and Biopolymers IV (Deadline: 15 December 2024)
- Exclusive Feature Papers in Macromolecular Chemistry (Deadline: 31 December 2024)
- Recent Advance in Supramolecular Chemistry (Deadline: 31 December 2024)
- Synthesis and Applications of Natural Polymers and Their Derivatives (Deadline: 31 December 2024)
- Chitosan, Chitosan Derivatives, Polysaccharides and Their Applications—2nd Edition (Deadline: 31 December 2024)
- Macromolecular Chemistry in Europe (Deadline: 31 December 2024)
- Gemini Surfactants for Medical and Non-medical Applications (Deadline: 31 December 2024)
- Chitosan-Based Materials and Its Potential in Cosmetic and Biomedical Applications (Deadline: 31 January 2025)
- Biodegradable Functional Copolymers, Second Edition (Deadline: 31 January 2025)
- Lignocellulosic Biomass III (Deadline: 28 February 2025)
- Chemistry of Lignin-Based Materials (Deadline: 28 February 2025)
- Recent Advances in (Phospho)lipid-Based Drug Delivery Nanosystems (Deadline: 31 March 2025)
- Advances in Natural Fiber Composites (Deadline: 31 March 2025)
- Epoxy Resin Synthesis, Performance and Application Research (Deadline: 31 March 2025)
- Supramolecular Host/Guest Compounds and Their Prospects for Multifunctional Materials (Deadline: 31 March 2025)
- Recent Advances in Intelligent and Active Biobased Packaging Materials (Deadline: 30 April 2025)
- Novel Synthetic Macrocycles: Synthesis, Structures, Properties and Applications (Deadline: 30 April 2025)
- Molecular Insights into Soft Materials (Deadline: 1 May 2025)
- Drug Delivery Systems Based on Polysaccharides: Second Edition (Deadline: 30 June 2025)
- Developments in Conducting Polymers: Applications for Electrochemistry (Deadline: 30 June 2025)
- Advances in Functional Polymers and Their Applications (Deadline: 30 June 2025)
- Hierarchical Organization in Polymeric and Amphiphilic Self-Assembly (Deadline: 31 August 2025)
Topical Collection
Following topical collection within this section is currently open for submissions: