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Polymers in Inorganic Chemistry: Synthesis and Applications

A special issue of Polymers (ISSN 2073-4360). This special issue belongs to the section "Polymer Chemistry".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: 28 February 2026 | Viewed by 2433

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Dr. Zoi Lada

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Department of Chemistry, University of Patras, GR-26504 Patras, Greece
Interests: molecular inorganic chemistry; spin crossover phenomenon; Raman spectroscopy; metal–organic frameworks; coordination polymers; polymer composites
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Dear Colleagues,

This Special Issue titled "Polymers in Inorganic Chemistry: Synthesis and Applications" aims to explore the exciting interplay between inorganic chemistry and polymeric materials, with a particular emphasis on the molecular spin crossover phenomenon, polynuclear coordination complexes, and metal–organic frameworks (MOFs). Molecular spin crossover complexes offer unique opportunities for developing smart materials with reversible spin state transitions, enabling responsive functionalities in polymers. Polynuclear coordination complexes, when integrated into polymer matrices, can provide enhanced functionalities for applications in catalysis, sensing, and data storage. MOFs, known for their high surface areas and tunable porosity, significantly enhance the performance of polymers in gas storage, separation, and drug delivery.

This Special Issue invites contributions that delve into the synthesis, characterization, and application of these advanced materials, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration among chemists, materials scientists, and engineers to push the boundaries of polymeric materials through inorganic chemistry.

Dr. Zoi Lada
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Keywords

  • molecular inorganic chemistry
  • coordination polymers
  • polynuclear coordination complexes
  • metal–organic frameworks (MOFs)
  • coordination chemistry
  • spin crossover phenomenon

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Sol–Gel Synthesis and Multi-Technique Characterization of Graphene-Modified Ca2.95Eu0.05Co4Ox Nanomaterials
by Serhat Koçyiğit
Polymers 2025, 17(20), 2767; https://doi.org/10.3390/polym17202767 - 16 Oct 2025
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This study employs a multi-technique approach to elucidate how graphene incorporation affects phase formation, microstructure, and thermal behavior in PVA-assisted sol–gel synthesized Ca2.95Eu0.05Co4Ox nanomaterials. XRD confirms the preservation of the primary phases (hexagonal CaCO3 and [...] Read more.
This study employs a multi-technique approach to elucidate how graphene incorporation affects phase formation, microstructure, and thermal behavior in PVA-assisted sol–gel synthesized Ca2.95Eu0.05Co4Ox nanomaterials. XRD confirms the preservation of the primary phases (hexagonal CaCO3 and cubic CoO) alongside a distinct graphene (002) reflection; a systematic low-angle shift of the calcite (104) peak evidences partial relaxation of residual lattice strain with increasing graphene content, while Scherrer analysis indicates tunable crystallite size. Raman spectroscopy corroborates graphene incorporation through pronounced D (~1300 cm−1) and G (~1580 cm−1) bands and supports the XRD-identified phase coexistence via cobalt-oxide and calcite vibrations in the 200–700 cm−1 region, also indicating increased defect/disorder with graphene loading. SEM shows grain refinement, denser/bridged lamellar textures, and reduced porosity at low–moderate graphene contents (1–3 wt.%), contrasted by agglomeration-driven heterogeneity at higher loadings (5–7 wt.%). EDX reveals increasing carbon with Ca/Co redistribution at accessible surfaces, and TG–DSC corroborates the removal of oxygen-containing groups and oxidative combustion of graphene at mid temperatures. Collectively, Raman–XRD-consistent evidence demonstrates that graphene provides a tunable handle over lattice strain, crystallite size, and grain-boundary architecture, establishing a processing–composition basis for optimizing functional (e.g., electrical/thermoelectric) performance. Full article
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Synthesis of Magnetic Nanoparticle/Polymer Matrix Nanocomposites with Induced Magnetic Performance
by Anastasios C. Patsidis, Aikaterini Sanida, Georgia C. Manika, Sevasti Gioti, Georgios N. Mathioudakis, Nicholas Petropoulos, Athanasios Kanapitsas, Christos Tsonos, Thanassis Speliotis and Georgios C. Psarras
Polymers 2025, 17(14), 1913; https://doi.org/10.3390/polym17141913 - 10 Jul 2025
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In this work magnetic nanoparticles (Fe3O4, or ZnFe2O4, or SrFe12O19) and BaTiO3 microparticles were embedded in an epoxy resin for the synthesis of three series of hybrid magnetic polymer nanocomposites. [...] Read more.
In this work magnetic nanoparticles (Fe3O4, or ZnFe2O4, or SrFe12O19) and BaTiO3 microparticles were embedded in an epoxy resin for the synthesis of three series of hybrid magnetic polymer nanocomposites. Barium titanate content was kept constant, while magnetic phase content was varied. Fabricated specimens were structurally and morphologically characterized by employing scanning electron microscopy images and X-ray diffraction patterns. Results implied successful synthesis of the hybrid nanocomposites. The magnetic behavior of the pure magnetic nanoparticles and the fabricated nanocomposites was investigated via a Vibrating Sample Magnetometer. The magnetic performance of each type of magnetic phase (i.e., soft and hard) was induced in the nanocomposites, and magnetic performance is strengthened with the increase in magnetic phase content. Initial magnetization curves were used for the determination of mass magnetic susceptibility of all nanocomposites. Magnetic saturation and magnetic remanence have been found to follow a linear relationship with magnetic phase content, giving the opportunity to predict the system’s response in advance. Full article
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Eco-Friendly Removal and IoT-Based Monitoring of CO2 Emissions Released from Gasoline Engines Using a Novel Compact Nomex/Activated Carbon Sandwich Filter
by Saad S. M. Hassan, Nora R. G. Mohamed, Mohamed M. A. Saad, Yasser H. Ibrahim, Alia A. Elshakour and Mahmoud Abdelwahab Fathy
Polymers 2025, 17(11), 1447; https://doi.org/10.3390/polym17111447 - 23 May 2025
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A novel cost-effective, rapid, and eco-friendly method was described for the removal of carbon dioxide (CO2) from the gaseous emissions of gasoline engines. This involved the use of a sandwich filter (~10 cm diameter) made of a nonwoven poly (m [...] Read more.
A novel cost-effective, rapid, and eco-friendly method was described for the removal of carbon dioxide (CO2) from the gaseous emissions of gasoline engines. This involved the use of a sandwich filter (~10 cm diameter) made of a nonwoven poly (m-phenylene isophthalamide) (Nomex) fabric loaded with a thin layer of activated carbon. The optimized filter, with an activated carbon mass of 2.89 mg/cm2, a thickness of 4.8 mm, and an air permeability of 0.5 cm3/cm2/s, was tested. A simple homemade sampling device equipped with solid-state electrochemical sensors to monitor the concentration levels of CO2 before and after filtration of the emissions was utilized. The data were transmitted via a General Packet Radio Service (GPRS) link to an Internet of Things (IoT)-based gas monitoring system for remote management, and real-time data visualization. The proposed device achieved a 70 ± 3.4% CO2-removal efficiency within 7 min of operation. Characterization of the filter was conducted using a high-resolution scanning electron microscopy (SEM), energy dispersive X-ray analysis (EDX) and Brunauer–Emmett–Teller (BET) analysis. The effects of loaded activated carbon mass, fabric type, filter porosity, gaseous removal time, and adsorption kinetics were also examined. The proposed filter displayed several advantages, including simplicity, compactness, dry design, ease of regeneration, scalability, durability, low cost, and good efficiency. Heat resistance, fire retardancy, mechanical stability, and the ability to remove other gasoline combustion products such as CO, SOx, NOx, VOCs, and particulates were also offered. The filtration system enabled both in situ and on-line CO2 real-time continuous emission monitoring. Full article
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