Editorial Board Members’ Collection Series: The Relationship Between Structure and Properties of Polymer Materials in Processing

Dear Colleagues,

Understanding the structure–property relationship of polymer materials during processing is crucial for optimizing their performance in various applications. Polymers, renowned for their tunable properties, are extensively utilized in industries such as automotive, aerospace, electronics, and biomedical engineering.

During processing, factors like molecular alignment, cooling rates, and the presence of additives significantly impact the mechanical, thermal, and chemical properties of polymers. Advanced techniques such as 3D printing and nanocomposite fabrication offer precise control over polymer structure, resulting in enhanced performance.

This Special Issue of Polymers aims to investigate how processing conditions influence the structure-property relationship in polymers. We welcome submissions on topics including molecular structure and mechanical properties, advanced processing techniques, the role of additives and fillers, and the development of polymer nanocomposites. Contributions should highlight how these factors can be utilized to create materials with superior performance for modern engineering needs.

Our goal is to provide a platform for researchers to share their latest findings and innovations, thereby advancing the field's understanding of polymer materials in processing.

Dr. Paulo Nobre Balbis dos Reis
Prof. Dr. Hiroshi Ito
Guest Editors

Manuscript Submission Information

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Submitted manuscripts should not have been published previously, nor be under consideration for publication elsewhere (except conference proceedings papers). All manuscripts are thoroughly refereed through a single-anonymized peer-review process. A guide for authors and other relevant information for submission of manuscripts is available on the Instructions for Authors page. Polymers is an international peer-reviewed open access semimonthly journal published by MDPI.

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