Synthesis and Applications of Functional Biopolymer Composites

Dear Colleagues,

In recent years, there has been a strong research focus on development of a new class of materials based on biopolymers and inorganic nanofillers, namely, bio-composites. These types of hybrid materials have a great potential for application in biomedicine, food packaging, electronics, biosensors and more. In particular, due to their unique properties such as biodegradability, biocompatibility, nontoxicity, chemical versatility and reactivity bio-nanocomposites present enormous potential for environmental and biomedical applications.

This Special Issue will provide a comprehensive collection of the latest developments in functional bio-composites. The Special Issue covers the synthesis, processing, characterization, and application of various biopolymer based composites with special functions. Topics may include the synthesis of multifunctional polymer nanocomposites, the modification of natural and synthetic nanofillers, e.g. carbon nanotubes, graphene, layered inorganic fillers, etc. Both review and regular original papers that address multifunctional polymer nanocomposites are welcome.

Dr. Viera Khunová
Guest Editor

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