Environmental Friendly Synthesis, Modification and Application of Polymer

Dear Colleagues,

Polymers are widely used in industry and daily life. Traditional synthesis of polymer has the drawback of high energy consumption. New strategies are needed, and great efforts have been made on the development of environmentally friendly and low-energy consumption methods. Photopolymerization is one promising solution that attracts much attention. During the application of polymers, lots of synthetic additives have been introduced into the packing of polymers to improve their properties, but the high cost and potential harm of synthetic additives to humans and the environment should be considered. New strategies for enhancing polymer properties without any harmful effects are urgently needed, and exploring natural compounds and new additives are possible solutions.

This Special Issue plans to give an overview of the most recent advances in the fields of environmentally friendly synthesis and modification of polymers, together with the application of polymers in environmental protection. Potential topics include but are not limited to light-induced synthesis of polymers; antioxidative modification of polymers; flame-retardant modification of polymers; application of polymers in environmental protection; role of phosphorous in polymer synthesis; role of phosphorous in polymer modification; future perspectives for antioxidant polymers; future perspectives for flame-retardant polymers.

Dr. Qing Yu
Guest Editor

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