Advanced Poly(lactic Acid) Materials and PLA-Based Composites: From Fundamentals to Applications
A special issue of Polymers (ISSN 2073-4360). This special issue belongs to the section "Polymer Chemistry".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 September 2026 | Viewed by 629
Special Issue Editor
Interests: polymer synthesis; polyurethanes; polylactide; biodegradable polymers
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Dear Colleagues,
Poly(lactic acid) (PLA) has emerged as one of the most important bio-based and biodegradable polymers because of increasing environmental concerns and the demand for sustainable materials. Despite its numerous advantages, such as renewability and processability, the wider application of PLA is still limited by its inherent brittleness, thermal resistance, and long-term performance. In this context, the development of PLA-based composites and advanced material concepts has become a key strategy for tailoring the properties and expanding the application range of PLA.
This Special Issue aims to gather high-quality original research articles and comprehensive reviews focusing on recent advances related to poly(lactic acid) and PLA-based composites, spanning from fundamental aspects to processing, modification strategies, and end-use applications. Particular emphasis will be placed on structure–property relationships, innovative composite formulations, sustainable fillers and reinforcements, and advanced processing and characterization techniques.
Contributions addressing both academic and industrial perspectives are welcome. This Special Issue aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the current challenges and future directions in the development of high-performance and sustainable PLA-based materials.
Dr. Ivan Ristic
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- poly(lactic acid)
- PLA-based composites
- biopolymers
- sustainable materials
- biodegradable polymers
- processing and modification
- structure–property relationships
- natural fillers and reinforcements
- polymer composites
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