Conjugated Polymer Networks
A special issue of Polymers (ISSN 2073-4360). This special issue belongs to the section "Polymer Networks and Gels".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 November 2025 | Viewed by 20
Special Issue Editor
Interests: conjugated polymers; thermoelectric materials; piezoelectric; materials for the oil industry; processing of UHMWPE; nanocomposites; compatible composites; nanocellulose; plastic recycling; drug release
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Conjugated polymer networks (CPNs) represent a fascinating class of materials that combine the electronic properties of conjugated polymers with the mechanical robustness and dimensional stability of cross-linked systems. These materials have emerged as promising candidates for a wide range of applications, including organic photovoltaics (OPVs), light-emitting diodes (OLEDs), sensors, field-effect transistors (OFETs), and electrochromic devices. Their structural versatility allows for precise tuning of optoelectronic properties, charge transport characteristics, and environmental stability through the chemical design of the backbone, side chains, and cross-linking strategies.
This Special Issue aims to gather recent advances in the synthesis, characterization, processing, and application of conjugated polymer networks. Topics of interest include innovative synthetic routes, structure–property relationships, nanostructuring techniques, and integration into optoelectronic devices. We also welcome contributions exploring environmentally friendly processing methods, self-healing materials, and the use of CPNs in emerging fields such as bioelectronics and energy storage. Both original research articles and comprehensive reviews are encouraged.
Prof. Dr. Maria de Fátima Vieira Marques
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- conjugated polymer networks
- cross-linked semiconducting polymers
- organic electronics
- structure–property relationships
- optoelectronic devices
- organic photovoltaics (OPVs)
- OLEDs and OFETs
- bioelectronics
- self-healing materials
- sustainable polymer synthesis
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