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.
Editorial Board
Topical Advisory Panel
Special Issues
Following special issues within this section are currently open for submissions:
- Recent Advances in Supramolecular Chemistry (Deadline: 31 May 2025)
- Polymeric Nano-Based Drug Delivery Systems (Deadline: 25 June 2025)
- Exclusive Feature Papers in Macromolecular Chemistry (Deadline: 30 June 2025)
- Developments in Conducting Polymers: Applications for Electrochemistry (Deadline: 30 June 2025)
- Chitosan, Chitosan Derivatives, Polysaccharides and Their Applications—2nd Edition (Deadline: 30 June 2025)
- Drug Delivery Systems Based on Polysaccharides: Second Edition (Deadline: 30 June 2025)
- Synthesis and Applications of Natural Polymers and Their Derivatives (Deadline: 30 June 2025)
- Biodegradable Functional Copolymers, Second Edition (Deadline: 30 June 2025)
- Advances in Functional Polymers and Their Applications (Deadline: 30 June 2025)
- Vitrimers and Sustainable Polymers: Pioneering Recycling and Controlled Degradation (Deadline: 31 July 2025)
- Hierarchical Organization in Polymeric and Amphiphilic Self-Assembly (Deadline: 31 August 2025)
- Lignocellulosic Biomass III (Deadline: 1 September 2025)
- Macromolecular Chemistry in Europe, 2nd Edition (Deadline: 30 September 2025)
- Supramolecular Host/Guest Compounds and Their Prospects for Multifunctional Materials (Deadline: 31 October 2025)
- Studies in Polymer Degradation (Deadline: 15 November 2025)
- Advances in Natural Fiber Composites (Deadline: 31 December 2025)
- 30th Anniversary of Molecules: Recent Advances and the Next in Macromolecular Chemistry (Deadline: 31 December 2026)
Topical Collection
Following topical collection within this section is currently open for submissions:
