Advanced Preparation and Characterization of Polymer-Based Thin Films
A special issue of Polymers (ISSN 2073-4360). This special issue belongs to the section "Polymer Membranes and Films".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 January 2026 | Viewed by 4146
Special Issue Editor
Interests: biodegradable polymers; biodegradation; conductive materials; laser processing; structure characterisation by different microscopy techniques; surface studies with lasers; surface processing
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
This Special Issue invites contributions that explore cutting-edge advancements in the preparation and characterization of polymer-based thin films. These versatile materials are pivotal in a wide array of applications, from flexible electronics and protective coatings to biomedical devices and energy storage. We aim to highlight innovative methodologies for the synthesis and deposition of polymer films, including, but not limited to, spin coating, dip coating, vapor deposition techniques, and self-assembly processes.
Beyond preparation, the accurate and insightful characterization of these films is crucial for understanding their fundamental properties and optimizing their performance. We encourage submissions detailing novel characterization techniques, as well as new applications of established methods, to elucidate the morphological, structural, optical, electrical, mechanical, and surface properties of polymer thin films. This issue seeks to be a comprehensive resource for researchers and engineers working at the forefront of polymer thin film science and technology.
Dr. Anita Ioana Visan
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- polymer-based thin films
- synthesis and preparation
- deposition techniques
- characterization
- properties
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