Advances in Block Copolymers: Synthesis, Characterization and Applications
A special issue of Polymers (ISSN 2073-4360). This special issue belongs to the section "Polymer Analysis and Characterization".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 October 2025 | Viewed by 569
Special Issue Editors
Interests: polymer synthesis; polymer crystallization kinetics; structure–property relations of polymers; morphology of crystalline polymers
Interests: synthesis and characterization of polymers; polymeric nanocomposites; micro- and mesoporous materials; solid state nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Block copolymers are vital in driving forward research in polymer science and engineering. This Special Issue aims to highlight the diverse aspects of block copolymer research, showcasing significant progress in various areas such as synthesis, chemical modification, and self-assembly, as well as covering crystallization kinetic studies, which are crucial for understanding these materials’ behaviour under different conditions. This Issue also explores the impact of block copolymers on cutting-edge technologies such as 3D printing, hybrid materials, drug delivery, and energy storage, where they play a vital role in creating new materials with tailored properties.
As the Guest Editors, We believe that a significant contribution to the field of polymer science will be made by these studies. Original research papers and review articles related to block copolymers are warmly welcomed from leading research groups globally, ensuring a comprehensive and diverse representation of the latest developments in this dynamic field.
Dr. Maryam Safari
Prof. Dr. Roberto Simonutti
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- block copolymers
- self-assembly
- synthesis
- crystallization
- morphology
- applications
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