Polymer Physics and Theory
A section of Polymers (ISSN 2073-4360).
Section Information
This section "Polymer Physics and Theory" of Polymers aims to rapidly publish high-quality contributions that report on novel research findings regarding theoretical, computational, and experimental studies of the physico-chemical properties of polymeric systems both at equilibrium and beyond equilibrium. The focus is on the properties and features of both real and model systems. We emphasize: a) the development of multiscale modeling methodologies, constitutive equations, and new theories; b) the implementation of efficient algorithms and machine learning schemes for structure–property relationship quantification; and c) experimental studies for the preparation and characterization of new polymeric materials, including instrumentation and development of new measuring devices. While purely computational studies should help uncover or predict microscopic mechanisms underlying macroscopic measurable phenomena, theoretical studies should result in novel methods and solutions (exact or approximate), and may be supplemented by numerical investigations. The outcome of both types of contributions should ideally confront with existing experimental data, or suggest additional experiments. Purely experimental studies should help uncover or further explore novel phenomena and systems of potential relevance for applications. Investigations that aim at verifying theoretical predictions are also highly welcome.
Keywords
- elasticity, mechanical properties, elastic properties, optical properties, transport properties, viscosity, diffusivity
- simulation, molecular dynamics, Brownian Dynamics, Monte Carlo, dissipative particle dynamics
- lattice models, atomistic models, coarse-graining, multiscale modelling, hierarchical modelling
- theory, field theoretic simulations, self-consistent field theory
- entanglements, topological constraints
- solutions and melts, block copolymers, mixtures, blends, brushes, ring polymers, nanocomposites, gels, networks, micelles, biological polymers, DNA, complexation, morphology, self-assembly, phase behavior
- machine learning, data mining, big data
- nonequilibrium thermodynamics
Editorial Board
Topical Advisory Panel
Special Issues
Following special issues within this section are currently open for submissions:
- Failure of Polymer Composites (Deadline: 25 May 2025)
- Miscible and Immiscible Polymer Blends: Achievements and Development Perspectives (Deadline: 31 May 2025)
- Advances in Multifunctional Hydrogel, 2nd Edition (Deadline: 31 May 2025)
- Polymer Physics: From Theory to Experimental Applications: 2nd Edition (Deadline: 10 June 2025)
- Advancing Polymer Science: Molecular Dynamics Simulations and Sustainable Recycling Innovations (Deadline: 15 June 2025)
- Novel Conjugated Polymers and Conductive Polymers (Deadline: 20 June 2025)
- Polymer Brushes: Synthesis, Characterization and Applications (Deadline: 20 June 2025)
- Organometallic Catalysis for Polymerization (Deadline: 25 June 2025)
- Mechanical Characterization of Polymer Composites (Deadline: 25 June 2025)
- Advances in Interfacial Compatibility of Polymer Materials (Deadline: 30 June 2025)
- Advances in Rheology and Polymer Processing (Deadline: 30 June 2025)
- Computational and Experimental Approaches in Polymeric Materials, 2nd Edition (Deadline: 20 July 2025)
- Theoretical and Computational Polymers Science: Physics, Chemistry and Biology (Deadline: 25 July 2025)
- Research on Polymer Simulation, Modeling and Computation: 2nd Edition (Deadline: 25 July 2025)
- Modeling of Polymer Composites and Nanocomposites (Deadline: 31 July 2025)
- Synthesis, Characterization, and Application of Liquid Crystal Polymers (Deadline: 15 August 2025)
- Computational Approaches and Additive Manufacturing Technologies: Exploiting Design Synergies in Polymer-Based Materials and Structures (Deadline: 31 August 2025)
- Polymers Reinforced Civil Engineering Materials and Components (Deadline: 31 August 2025)
- Mechanic Properties of Polymer Materials (Deadline: 31 August 2025)
- Rheology and Processing of Polymer Materials, Second Edition (Deadline: 30 September 2025)
- Applications of Process Simulation in Polymer-Based Products Injection Molding (Deadline: 30 September 2025)
- Modelling of Energy Storage Materials Manufacturing (Deadline: 30 September 2025)
- New Advances in Theory and Simulation of Block Copolymers (Deadline: 30 September 2025)
- Polymer Nanocomposites with Improved Mechanical, Thermal, Electrical and Barrier Properties (Deadline: 30 September 2025)
- Advances in Multifunctional Polymeric Spheres and Their Applications (Deadline: 31 October 2025)
- Multiscale and Multi-Physical Behavior of Polymers and Polymer Composites (Deadline: 31 October 2025)
- Semiflexible Polymers, 3rd Edition (Deadline: 30 November 2025)
- Structure and Dynamics of Polymers (Deadline: 30 November 2025)
- Advanced Thermosets: Tailoring Thermal and Mechanical Properties with Hybrid Polymers (Deadline: 30 November 2025)
- Advances in the Thermal Characterization of Polymers and Plastic Waste (Deadline: 15 December 2025)
- Constitutive Modeling of Polymer Matrix Composites (Deadline: 25 December 2025)
- Advances in Fracture and Failure of Polymers (Deadline: 31 December 2025)
- Simulation and Calculation of Polymer Composite Materials—2nd Edition (Deadline: 31 December 2025)
Topical Collections
Following topical collections within this section are currently open for submissions:
- Multi-Scale Polymer Processing (Closed)
- Multifunctional Polymer Nanocomposites (Closed)
- Progress in Theory of Polymers at Interfaces (Closed)
