Natural Fiber Composites: Synthesis and Applications
A special issue of Polymers (ISSN 2073-4360). This special issue belongs to the section "Polymer Fibers".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 20 July 2025 | Viewed by 748
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Interests: precision agriculture; bionic design of agricultural machinery; electrospun polymer nanofibers; conductive polymer composites; functional fibrous membranes
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2. The College of Engineering and Technology, Jilin Agricultural University, Changchun 130118, China
Interests: natural fiber-reinforced polymer composites; sustainable polymer composites; agricultural waste fibers; biopolymer-based sustainable composites; agro-waste valorization in composite materials
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Advances in the field of natural fiber composites have gained significant attention in recent years, and this Special Issue aims to showcase cutting-edge research and the latest developments in this area. Natural fibers have emerged as promising materials in the composites industry due to their excellent properties, such as renewability, biodegradability, and high specific strength. Furthermore, these materials have demonstrated remarkable potential across a wide range of applications due to their low environmental impact and cost-effectiveness.
The primary objective of this Special Issue is to provide a platform for academic exchange and present innovative research findings in the realm of natural fiber composites. We cordially invite experts and scholars engaged in relevant research to submit their manuscripts. The scope of this Special Issue encompasses, but is not limited to, the following:
- Preparation, characterization, and performance evaluation of natural fiber composites;
- Interface optimization and modification of natural fiber composites;
- Novel reinforcement strategies for natural fiber composites;
- Exploration of natural fiber-based functional materials for applications in filtration, separation, biomedical engineering, and other related fields.
Moreover, this Special Issue welcomes research articles and review papers that contribute to the advancement of knowledge in this rapidly evolving field. We encourage submissions that highlight the sustainability aspects of natural fiber composites, as well as their potential to replace conventional synthetic materials in various applications.
By publishing your valuable research findings in this Special Issue, you will have the opportunity to share your work with a global audience and contribute to the progress of natural fiber composites. We look forward to receiving your submissions and facilitating the dissemination of groundbreaking research in this exciting field.
Dr. Mingzhuo Guo
Prof. Dr. Jiale Zhao
Guest Editors
Dr. Siyang Wu
Guest Editor Assistant
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Keywords
- natural fiber composites
- sustainable composites
- eco-friendly materials
- functional fibrous membranes
- natural fiber–polymer interfaces
- fiber surface modification
- biomass-derived polymer composites
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