Polymeric Materials for Textile Applications
A special issue of Polymers (ISSN 2073-4360). This special issue belongs to the section "Polymer Applications".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 July 2026 | Viewed by 23
Special Issue Editor
Interests: functional textiles; fiber reinforced composites; noise reduction materials; polymeric fibers
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Polymeric materials have played a central role in the rapid advancement of modern textiles, enabling innovations in performance, sustainability, comfort, and functionality. This Special Issue aims to provide a comprehensive platform for presenting recent progress in polymer science as applied to textile fibers, structures, and finishing technologies. Topics of interest include the development of new synthetic and bio-based polymers; modification of conventional fibers to enhance mechanical, thermal, or moisture-management properties; and advanced functionalization strategies such as antimicrobial, flame-retardant, UV-protective, or conductive treatments. Emerging technologies—such as nanocomposites, smart polymers, responsive materials, and environmentally friendly dyeing and finishing—are particularly welcome. Research that addresses circularity, recyclability, and low-carbon processing routes is also strongly encouraged. Both fundamental studies and application-oriented contributions are suitable for this Special Issue, including experimental work, theoretical modeling, and reviews. The goal is to highlight cutting-edge scientific achievements and stimulate interdisciplinary collaboration toward next-generation polymeric textiles.
Dr. Xiaoning Tang
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- polymeric fibers
- bio-based and biodegradable polymers
- nanocomposites and hybrid materials
- sustainable textile processing
- high-performance textiles
- polymer–textile interfaces
- functional finishing
- advanced textile materials
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