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Polymer Nanoparticles: Synthesis and Applications—2nd Edition

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

Deadline for manuscript submissions: closed (25 April 2025) | Viewed by 4072

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Dr. Suguna Perumal

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Department of Chemistry, Sejong University, Seoul, Republic of Korea
Interests: synthesis of polymers; preparation of polymer–graphene composites; heavy metal ion adsorption using hydrogels; nanoparticle synthesis
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Special Issue Information

Dear Colleagues, 

Following the success of the Special Issue of Polymers, "Polymer Nanoparticles: Synthesis and Applications", we are delighted to reopen this Special Issue, now entitled "Polymer Nanoparticles: Synthesis and Applications II".

Polymer nanoparticles have been extensively studied recently because of their novel properties resulting from their small size. The advantages of polymer nanoparticles are their ability to tailor the size, chemical composition, and molecular weight of the polymer chain. These polymer nanoparticles are biocompatible and have a broad-structure variety, such as vesicles and micelles, which are the result of the self-assembly of polymers.

This Special Issue will explore the evolution and enhancement of polymer nanoparticles and their applications. This Special Issue will also enable readers to optimize the design of polymer nanoparticles and give rise to a greater application of polymer nanoparticles. Articles, reviews, and communications are welcome. 

Topics of interest include the following:

  • Synthesis of polymers–copolymers, block copolymers, grafted polymers, etc.;
  • Preparation of polymer nanoparticles;
  • Characterization of polymers and polymer nanoparticles;
  • Detailed study of polymeric nanoparticles;
  • Applications of polymeric nanoparticles in various fields.

Dr. Suguna Perumal
Guest Editor

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Keywords

  • polymers
  • polymer nanoparticles
  • semiconducting polymer nanoparticles
  • biodegradable polymer
  • advancement in polymer nanoparticles
  • polymers in nanotechnology
  • properties
  • drug delivery
  • controlled release
  • therapy

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A Three-Dimensional Modeling Approach for Carbon Nanotubes Filled Polymers Utilizing the Modified Nearest Neighbor Algorithm
by Junpu Wang, Xiaozhuang Yue, Yuxuan Wang, Liupeng Di, Wenzhi Wang, Jingchao Wei and Fei Yu
Polymers 2024, 16(19), 2824; https://doi.org/10.3390/polym16192824 - 6 Oct 2024
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Carbon nanotubes (CNTs) are extensively utilized in the fabrication of high-performance composites due to their exceptional mechanical, electrical, and thermal characteristics. To investigate the mechanical properties of CNTs filled polymers accurately and effectively, a 3D modeling approach that incorporates the microstructural attributes of [...] Read more.
Carbon nanotubes (CNTs) are extensively utilized in the fabrication of high-performance composites due to their exceptional mechanical, electrical, and thermal characteristics. To investigate the mechanical properties of CNTs filled polymers accurately and effectively, a 3D modeling approach that incorporates the microstructural attributes of CNTs was introduced. Initially, a representative volume element model was constructed utilizing the modified nearest neighbor algorithm. During the modeling phase, a corresponding interference judgment method was suggested, taking into account the potential positional relationships among the CNTs. Subsequently, stress–strain curves of the model under various loading conditions were derived through finite element analysis employing the volume averaging technique. To validate the efficacy of the modeling approach, the stress within a CNT/epoxy resin composite with varying volume fractions under different axial strains was computed. The resulting stress–strain curves were in good agreement with experimental data from the existing literature. Hence, the modeling method proposed in this study provides a more precise representation of the random distribution of CNTs in the matrix. Furthermore, it is applicable to a broader range of aspect ratios, thereby enabling the CNT simulation model to more closely align with real-world models. Full article
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Developing of Lead/Polyurethane Micro/Nano Composite for Nuclear Shielding Novel Supplies: γ-Spectroscopy and FLUKA Simulation Techniques
by Ahmed M. El-Khatib, Mahmoud I. Abbas, Mohamed E. Mahmoud, Mohammed Fayez-Hassan, Mirvat F. Dib, Mamdouh H. Khalil and Ahmed Abd El Aal
Polymers 2023, 15(22), 4416; https://doi.org/10.3390/polym15224416 - 15 Nov 2023
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In this work, the effect of adding Pb nano/microparticles in polyurethane foams to improve thermo-physical and mechanical properties were investigated. Moreover, an attempt has been made to modify the micron-sized lead metal powder into nanostructured Pb powder using a high-energy ball mill. Two [...] Read more.
In this work, the effect of adding Pb nano/microparticles in polyurethane foams to improve thermo-physical and mechanical properties were investigated. Moreover, an attempt has been made to modify the micron-sized lead metal powder into nanostructured Pb powder using a high-energy ball mill. Two types of fillers were used, the first is Pb in micro scale and the second is Pb in nano scale. A lead/polyurethane nanocomposite is made using the in-situ polymerization process. The different characterization techniques describe the state of the dispersion of fillers in foam. The effects of these additions in the foam were evaluated, Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), transmission electron microscopy (TEM), and X-ray diffraction (XRD) have all been used to analyze the morphology and dispersion of lead in polyurethane. The findings demonstrate that lead is uniformly distributed throughout the polyurethane matrix. The compression test demonstrates that the inclusion of lead weakens the compression strength of the nanocomposites in comparison to that of pure polyurethane. The TGA study shows that the enhanced thermal stability is a result of the inclusion of fillers, especially nanofillers. The shielding efficiency has been studied, MAC, LAC, HVL, MFP and Zeff were determined either experimentally or by Monte Carlo calculations. The nuclear radiation shielding properties were simulated by the FLUKA code for the photon energy range of 0.0001–100 MeV. Full article
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