Advances in the Sustainability of Natural Polymer Composites
A special issue of Polymers (ISSN 2073-4360). This special issue belongs to the section "Circular and Green Sustainable Polymer Science".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 May 2026 | Viewed by 1
Special Issue Editors
Interests: natural fiber; biopolymer; nanocomposites; natural fiber-reinforced polymer composites; biocomposites; nanocellulose; lignocellulose material; wastewater treatment; photocatalysis; adsorption
Interests: mechanical & materials engineering; biocomposites; natural fibre composites; polymer composites
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
This Special Issue focuses on advancing the sustainability of natural polymer composites by exploring innovative materials, processing techniques, and applications. It aims to highlight the role of natural polymers such as cellulose, chitosan, starch, and lignin, combined with nanomaterials and bio-based reinforcements, in developing high-performance and eco-friendly composites. Emphasis will be given to the environmental impact, biodegradability, recyclability, and life-cycle assessment of these materials for biomedical and healthcare, packaging, construction, electronics and energy, textile and wearable, aerospace and defence, automotive and transportation applications. By gathering cutting-edge research and review contributions, this Special Issue will serve as a platform for researchers and industry experts to promote sustainable solutions for packaging, construction, biomedical, and energy-related applications.
Dr. Vasi Uddin Siddiqui
Dr. Edi Syams b. Zainudin
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- natural polymer composites
- biopolymers
- sustainability
- nanocellulose
- chitosan
- graphene
- biodegradability
- green materials
- renewable resources
- eco-friendly applications
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