Polymer-Based Catalytic Materials: Synthesis, Characterization, and Applications
A special issue of Polymers (ISSN 2073-4360). This special issue belongs to the section "Polymer Chemistry".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 March 2026 | Viewed by 434
Special Issue Editors
Interests: polymer-based corrosion inhibitors; conducting polymers; smart polymer coatings; surface functionalization with polymers; polymer-based catalysts; heterogeneous polymeric catalysis; porous organic polymers (POPs); water purification; photocatalytic oxidation; electrocatalytic reduction; circular economy; recyclable materials; polymer-supported nanoparticles; responsive polymer systems; catalytic membranes
Interests: polymer nanocomposites; stimuli-responsive polymers; self-healing polymer coatings; green polymer inhibitors; hybrid organic–inorganic catalysts; conductive polymers; immobilized metal catalysts; smart polymeric materials
Special Issues, Collections and Topics in MDPI journals
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
This Special Issue focuses on polymer-based catalytic materials. Advances in controlled polymerization and post-functionalization have enabled the design of porous organic polymers, functional copolymers, and nanostructured supports with precisely tailored architectures. These systems combine the tunable physical and chemical properties of polymers with the high activity, selectivity, and recyclability of catalytic species. Modern characterization tools—such as spectroscopy, electron microscopy, and 3D imaging—provide critical insights into structure–activity relationships, guiding the development of more efficient catalysts. Applications span green and sustainable synthesis, environmental remediation, photocatalysis, electrocatalysis, and energy conversion. This Special Issue invites original research articles, reviews, and short communications on synthesis strategies, advanced characterization methods, and innovative applications of polymer-based catalysts. Contributions highlighting environmentally friendly, multifunctional, and recyclable systems with potential for industrial deployment are particularly encouraged.
- Innovative synthesis approaches for polymer-based catalysts, including controlled polymerization, porous polymer frameworks, and functional surface modifications.
- Advanced characterization techniques linking morphology, composition, and structure to catalytic performance.
- Cutting-edge applications in green synthesis, environmental remediation, photocatalysis, electrocatalysis, and sustainable energy conversion.
Prof. Dr. Souad El Hajjaji
Prof. Dr. Najoua Labjar
Guest Editors
Manuscript Submission Information
Manuscripts should be submitted online at www.mdpi.com by registering and logging in to this website. Once you are registered, click here to go to the submission form. Manuscripts can be submitted until the deadline. All submissions that pass pre-check are peer-reviewed. Accepted papers will be published continuously in the journal (as soon as accepted) and will be listed together on the special issue website. Research articles, review articles as well as short communications are invited. For planned papers, a title and short abstract (about 250 words) can be sent to the Editorial Office for assessment.
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-blind 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.
Please visit the Instructions for Authors page before submitting a manuscript. The Article Processing Charge (APC) for publication in this open access journal is 2700 CHF (Swiss Francs). Submitted papers should be well formatted and use good English. Authors may use MDPI's English editing service prior to publication or during author revisions.
Keywords
- polymer-based catalysts
- porous organic polymers (POPs)
- controlled polymerization
- functional copolymers
- nanostructured polymer supports
- catalyst immobilization
- green catalysis
- sustainable synthesis
- environmental remediation
- photocatalysis
- electrocatalysis
- CO2 conversion
- structure–activity relationships
- recyclable catalysts
- multifunctional materials
- water purification
Benefits of Publishing in a Special Issue
- Ease of navigation: Grouping papers by topic helps scholars navigate broad scope journals more efficiently.
- Greater discoverability: Special Issues support the reach and impact of scientific research. Articles in Special Issues are more discoverable and cited more frequently.
- Expansion of research network: Special Issues facilitate connections among authors, fostering scientific collaborations.
- External promotion: Articles in Special Issues are often promoted through the journal's social media, increasing their visibility.
- Reprint: MDPI Books provides the opportunity to republish successful Special Issues in book format, both online and in print.
Further information on MDPI's Special Issue policies can be found here.
