Polymer-Based Functional Coatings
A special issue of Polymers (ISSN 2073-4360). This special issue belongs to the section "Polymer Membranes and Films".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 July 2026 | Viewed by 9
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Interests: photopolymerization; photocurable coatings; kinetics of polymerization; SLA/DLP stereolithography; nanocomposites; hybrid polymeric materials; biomaterials; solid-state electrolyte; fillers; thermal properties
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Polymer-based functional coatings represent an advanced class of materials applied as thin layers onto various substrates. Their primary role extends beyond mere protection, aiming to impart specific, engineered properties to surfaces. Key advantages include relative ease of processing, tunable chemical composition, and vast diversity, enabling their use across virtually all industrial sectors—from electronics and biomedicine to automotive and construction.
The application technology is also critical. Environmentally friendly water-borne coatings have largely replaced traditional solvent-borne systems. Solvent-free technologies, such as UV-curable and powder coatings, are growing due to their low VOC emissions and efficiency.
Their core value lies in their engineered functionality. Key types include coatings for surface energy control, like superhydrophobic (self-cleaning) and anti-fogging films. For active protection, there are anti-corrosion and self-healing coatings. Specialized functions include conductive, antimicrobial, and drug-eluting coatings. The most advanced are smart responsive coatings that react to stimuli like temperature, pH, or mechanical stress.
It is our pleasure to invite you to submit a manuscript to this Special Issue. Full papers, communications, and reviews are all welcome.
We look forward to receiving your contributions.
Dr. Mariola Robakowska
Dr. Łukasz Gierz
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- functional coatings
- substrates
- UV-curable and powder coatings
- engineered functionality
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