Innovation of Polymer Science and Technology

The “Innovation of Polymer Science and Technology” Section of Polymers is dedicated to promoting the innovation and development of polymer science and technology. This Section encompasses a comprehensive spectrum of topics, extending from the investigation of synthetic monomers and polymers to the sophisticated utilization of polymer composites and nanocomposites. It fosters cross-disciplinary partnerships aimed at devising solutions for the pressing environmental and societal issues confronting our global community. In addition, it includes “Special Issues” of commemorative value. We invite contributions that provide groundbreaking and mechanistic insights, as well as articles that report significant advances in the discipline. Topics include, but are not limited to the following:

• The development of new methods for polymerization.
• The development of novel monomers and polymers with unique properties.
• The utilization of renewable resources for polymer synthesis.
• Strategies for reducing the environmental impact of polymer production.
• Advanced polymer composites and nanocomposites.
• Design of stimuli-responsive polymers.
• Biomedical applications of polymeric materials.
• Development of fully biodegradable polymers.
• Functional polymers for biological applications.
• Polymeric microparticles for drug release.
• Polymeric self-healing materials.
• Polymers for energy storage and conversion.
• Functional polymers for water purification.
• 3D/4D printing of polymeric materials.