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Polymers publishes Special Issues to create collections of papers on specific topics, with the aim of building a community of authors and readers to discuss the latest research and develop new ideas and research directions. Special Issues are led by Guest Editors, who are experts on the topic and all Special Issue submissions follow MDPI's standard editorial process. The journal’s Editor-in-Chief and/or designated Editorial Board Member will oversee Guest Editor appointments and Special Issue proposals, checking their content for relevance and ensuring the suitability of the material for the journal. The papers published in a Special Issue will be collected and displayed on a dedicated page of the journal’s website. Further information on MDPI's Special Issue policies and Guest Editor responsibilities can be found here. For any inquiries related to a Special Issue, please contact the Editorial Office.

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Functional Polymeric Materials for Food Packaging Applications
edited by Vitor Augusto Dos Santos Garcia, and
submission deadline 25 Nov 2025 | 2 articles | Viewed by 1891 | Submission Open
Keywords: antioxidant; antimicrobial; natural polymers; biodegradable packaging; foods
(This special issue belongs to the Section Smart and Functional Polymers)
Advances in Polymer-Based Organic Semiconductor Materials and Devices
edited by Qingqing Yang and Lihui Liu
submission deadline 25 Nov 2025 | Viewed by 558 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymer semiconductor; photovoltaics; light-emitting diodes; transistors; flexible electronics 
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)
Advances in Polymer-Based Drug Delivery Systems for Cutaneous Applications
edited by Ioana Alexandra Plugariu and
submission deadline 25 Nov 2025 | 1 articles | Viewed by 447 | Submission Open
Keywords: smart polymers; polysaccharides; hydrogels; transdermal formulations; bioavailability; absorption promoters; gels; β -cyclodextrin; liposomes; therapeutic characteristics; pharmaceutics; drug delivery systems
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)
Development in Polymer Recycling
edited by Weizhong Zheng
submission deadline 25 Nov 2025 | Viewed by 66 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymer recycling; high-value utilization; mechanical recycling; chemical upcycling; mixed plastic separation; plastic upcycling
(This special issue belongs to the Section Circular and Green Sustainable Polymer Science)
Polymers for Dental, Oral, and Craniofacial Applications
edited by
submission deadline 28 Nov 2025 | Viewed by 85 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymers; dentistry; digital dentistry; drug delivery; composite; dental resin
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)
3D/4D Printing of Biopolymers: Materials and Design for Healthcare Applications submission deadline 28 Nov 2025 | Viewed by 83 | Submission Open
Keywords: biopolymer; biocomposite; 3D/4D (bio)printing; predictive modeling; in vitro/in vivo; healthcare applications
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)
Valorization of Biopolymer from Renewable Biomass
edited by Mercedes Jiménez-Rosado, and
submission deadline 30 Nov 2025 | 5 articles | Viewed by 20383 | Submission Open
Keywords: biodegradable; biopolymers; biomass; eco-friendly materials; renewable; sustainability; valorization
(This special issue belongs to the Section Biobased and Biodegradable Polymers)
Polymer Thin Films and Their Applications submission deadline 30 Nov 2025 | 8 articles | Viewed by 12241 | Submission Open
Keywords: thin films; polymers; biodegradable polymers; biodegradable composites; physico-chemical characterization of thin films; physical and chemical modification of polymer-based films; biomedical applications; packaging applications; chemistry applications; biotechnology applications; wound dressing; polymer coatings
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Membranes and Films)
Editorial Board Members’ Collection Series: Polymer Blends and Composites
edited by
submission deadline 30 Nov 2025 | 4 articles | Viewed by 7811 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymer blends; polymeric composites; nanocomposites; composites
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Composites and Nanocomposites)
Technological Innovations for Polymer Circularity: Upcycling, Biodegradation, and Processing submission deadline 30 Nov 2025 | 6 articles | Viewed by 6441 | Submission Open
Keywords: upcycling; circular systems; biodegradation; sustainable processing innovations; advanced characterization methods; integrated circularity models; intelligent processing innovations
(This special issue belongs to the Section Circular and Green Sustainable Polymer Science)
Challenges and Trends in Polymer Composites—2nd Edition
edited by
submission deadline 30 Nov 2025 | 6 articles | Viewed by 5730 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymer; polymer composites; polymer composites characterization; polymer composites in electronics; polymer composites in wastewater treatment; polymer composites in agriculture; polymer composites in civil construction; polymer composites in biomedical application; polymer composites in catalysis; other application of polymer composites
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)
Mechanical Behaviors and Properties of Polymer Materials, 2nd Edition
edited by Yunfa Zhang
submission deadline 30 Nov 2025 | 5 articles | Viewed by 4758 | Submission Open
Keywords: mechanical properties; fiber composites and nanocomposites; damage and failure; viscoelasticity and viscoplasticity; impact; fatigue; additive manufacturing
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Analysis and Characterization)
Biodegradable Polymers in Sustainable and Biomedical Applications
edited by Suedina Maria de Lima Silva
submission deadline 30 Nov 2025 | 4 articles | Viewed by 4071 | Submission Open
Keywords: biodegradable polymers; controlled drug release; wound healing; tissue engineering; regenerative medicine; sustainable materials; biomaterials; biopolymer modification; biomedical devices; nanocomposites
(This special issue belongs to the Section Circular and Green Sustainable Polymer Science)
Sustainable Bio-Based Polymer Materials
edited by
submission deadline 30 Nov 2025 | 1 articles | Viewed by 3857 | Submission Open
Keywords: biopolymers; cellulose; lignin; biocomposites
(This special issue belongs to the Section Circular and Green Sustainable Polymer Science)
Advanced Antibacterial Polymers and Their Composites submission deadline 30 Nov 2025 | 2 articles | Viewed by 3674 | Submission Open
Keywords: biopolymers; polymeric materials; nanocomposites; inorganic nanoparticles; organic nanoparticles; nanomaterials; drug delivery; metal nanoparticles; biocompatible and biodegradable; antibacterial properties; nanocomposites; biomedical applications
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)
Advances in Characterization, Measurement and Electrical Performance of Polymer and Composites Materials
edited by
submission deadline 30 Nov 2025 | 2 articles | Viewed by 3563 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymer composites; electrical performance; characterization; measurement; aging; degradation; morphology; dielectric polymers; insulation; energy storage
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Composites and Nanocomposites)
Polymers and Their Interactions with Biotics in Food Science and Nutrition
edited by , Nuria Elizabeth Rocha-Guzmán and
submission deadline 30 Nov 2025 | 3 articles | Viewed by 3526 | Submission Open
Keywords: bioactive compound delivery; sustainable food packaging; polymers-microbiota interactions; controlled release systems; encapsulation technologies
(This special issue belongs to the Section Smart and Functional Polymers)
Advanced Polymer Composites and Foams submission deadline 30 Nov 2025 | 2 articles | Viewed by 3300 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymer composites; (nano)fillers; physical properties; electrical properties; foams
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)
Advanced Environmentally Friendly Polymeric Materials and Their Applications, 2nd Edition
edited by and
submission deadline 30 Nov 2025 | 2 articles | Viewed by 3169 | Submission Open
Keywords: advanced catalysis and separation; biomass; coagulation and flocculation; CO2 capture; energy storage; membrane process; MOFs; polymers
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)
Active Polymeric Materials for Electrochemical Applications submission deadline 30 Nov 2025 | 3 articles | Viewed by 3081 | Submission Open
Keywords: sensors and biosensors; polymeric materials; energy conversion and storage systems; electrochemistry; polymer anode materials for lithium-ion batteries; battery applications
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)
Synthesis, Characterization and Environmental Assessment of Novel Polymeric Materials for Sustainable Applications
edited by
submission deadline 30 Nov 2025 | 2 articles | Viewed by 3015 | Submission Open
Keywords: bio-based polymers; biodegradable polymers; compostable polymers; packaging; biomedical application; engineering application; structure– property relationship; polymers from wastes; nanocomposites; new polymer technologies
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)
Life Cycle and Utilization of Lignocellulosic Materials submission deadline 30 Nov 2025 | 4 articles | Viewed by 2493 | Submission Open
Keywords: biopolymers; cellulose; hemicelluloses; lignin; renewable resources; wood processing and modification; wood degradation and protection; plant-based materials; life cycle assessment; carbon footprints
(This special issue belongs to the Section Circular and Green Sustainable Polymer Science)
Additive Manufacturing of (Bio)Polymeric Materials, 2nd Edition submission deadline 30 Nov 2025 | 1 articles | Viewed by 2324 | Submission Open
Keywords: additive manufacturing; (bio)polymers; (bio)polymer-based composites; material characterization; modeling and simulation; applications
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Processing and Engineering)
Advancements in Polymeric Material Characterization for Industrial Applications: From Properties to Performance submission deadline 30 Nov 2025 | 2 articles | Viewed by 2087 | Submission Open
Keywords: characterization methods; mechanical properties; thermal analysis; chemical properties; 3D printing; AI applications; computational tools; structure– property relations; sustainable polymers; industrial applications
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Analysis and Characterization)
Functional Polymers and Their Composites for Sustainable Development submission deadline 30 Nov 2025 | 2 articles | Viewed by 1940 | Submission Open
Keywords: function polymers; polymer composite; sustainability; green synthesis; membrane separation; sustainable energy generation; carbon emission reduction; hydrogen generation; environmental remediation; resource reuse; friction and lubrication; chemical coagulants
(This special issue belongs to the Section Circular and Green Sustainable Polymer Science)
(Bio)Polymer-Based Composite Materials: Advancements and New Trends in Biomedical Engineering and Research submission deadline 30 Nov 2025 | 2 articles | Viewed by 1597 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymers for biomedical applications (synthesis; characterization); multifunctional polymeric or composite biomaterials; modification strategies to develop multifunctional biomaterials; polymeric biomaterials for tissue engineering applications; polymers in nanomedicine; multifunctional polymers for controlled and/or targeted drug delivery; nano-scale polymer assemblies for biomedical applications
(This special issue belongs to the Section Biobased and Biodegradable Polymers)
Polymer Innovations for Advanced Biomedical Applications: Insights and Developments
edited by
submission deadline 30 Nov 2025 | 2 articles | Viewed by 1583 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymers; innovations; biomaterials; cosmetics
(This special issue belongs to the Section Biobased and Biodegradable Polymers)
Advances in Polymeric Metal-Organic Frameworks and Composites for Opto-Magnetic Applications
edited by Germán Ernesto Gomez and
submission deadline 30 Nov 2025 | 1 articles | Viewed by 1288 | Submission Open
Keywords: MOFs; nanocomposites; lanthanides; luminescence; photocatalysis; heterogeneous catalysis; coordination polymers; thin films; heavy-metal complexes; actinides; sensors
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)
Epoxy Resins and Epoxy-Based Composites: Research and Development
edited by Seong-Hwang Kim
submission deadline 30 Nov 2025 | 2 articles | Viewed by 1281 | Submission Open
Keywords: epoxy resin; nanocomposites; fiber-reinforced composites; multi-scale composites
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Composites and Nanocomposites)
Semiflexible Polymers, 3rd Edition
edited by
submission deadline 30 Nov 2025 | 1 articles | Viewed by 927 | Submission Open
Keywords: semiflexible polymers; wormlike polymers; polymer brushes; polymer physics; bending; buckling; tumbling; translocation; networks; entanglements; liquid crystals; composites; confinement; actin filaments; DNA; supramolecular structures; bundles; electrostatic interactions; active matter; twist; helicity; disorder; phase transitions
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Physics and Theory)
Polymer Innovations in Bioactive Coatings
edited by and
submission deadline 30 Nov 2025 | 1 articles | Viewed by 873 | Submission Open
Keywords: bioactive principles; functional materials; antioxidant materials; antimicrobial materials; physicochemical and microbiological analyses; stability evaluations; migration tests
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Membranes and Films)
Next-Generation Hydrogel Platforms: From Synthesis Strategies to Advanced Applications
edited by
submission deadline 30 Nov 2025 | 1 articles | Viewed by 611 | Submission Open
Keywords: hydrogels; advanced synthesis; stimuli-responsive materials; biomaterials; polymer networks; functional hydrogels; multifunctional materials; nanocomposite hydrogels
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)
Cellulose and Chitosan: Characterization, Modification and Application
edited by
submission deadline 30 Nov 2025 | 1 articles | Viewed by 560 | Submission Open
Keywords: cellulose; chitosan; biopolymers; characterization; modification; application; extraction; thermal analysis; biocompatibility; biodegradability; wound healing; packaging materials; water treatment; composite materials; sustainability; life cycle assessment
(This special issue belongs to the Section Biobased and Biodegradable Polymers)
Application and Development of Polymer-Based Catalysts
edited by Zhengbo Han
submission deadline 30 Nov 2025 | 1 articles | Viewed by 515 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymers; catalysts; organic synthesis; separation; energy sector
(This special issue belongs to the Section Smart and Functional Polymers)
Advanced Polymers for Harnessing Power and Energy
edited by
submission deadline 30 Nov 2025 | Viewed by 492 | Submission Open
Keywords: fluorescent and conducting and conjugated polymers; polymer charge collectors; insulator; and separators; polymer synthesis and characterization; energy storage and conversion; polymer solar cells; photovoltaic devices; solid-state batteries; batteries and supercapacitors and fuel cells; power plants and power grids; virtual power; lasers
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)
Processing of Polymer Composites—Preparation, Structure, Properties and Applications submission deadline 30 Nov 2025 | 1 articles | Viewed by 489 | Submission Open
Keywords: processing of polymer composites; thermal interface materials; electrical conductivity; thermal conductivity; functional fillers; modification of fillers; polymer blends; processing conditions; thermoplastic composites; thermoset composites; foams; characterization methods; modeling; process– structure– properties
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Processing and Engineering)
Application of Polymers in Cementitious Materials
edited by , Tangwei Mi and Dafu Wang
submission deadline 30 Nov 2025 | 1 articles | Viewed by 445 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymers; cement; concrete; fresh property; hardened property; durability; mechanism
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)
Polymeric Materials for Food Packaging: Fundamentals and Applications
edited by
submission deadline 30 Nov 2025 | 1 articles | Viewed by 437 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymeric materials; food packaging; polymer composites; antimicrobial properties; transport properties (diffusion/permeability); food-polymer interactions; migration (packaging to food); recycling (polymer packaging); organoleptic characteristics; food preservation
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)
Structure and Dynamics of Polymers submission deadline 30 Nov 2025 | 1 articles | Viewed by 424 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymer physics; polymer rheology; miscibility; chain conformation; self-assembly; viscoelasticity; interfacial dynamics; molecular dynamics simulation; multi-scale modeling of polymer
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Physics and Theory)
Polymer Materials for Flexible Tactile/Pressure Sensors for Wearable Electronics and Human–Machine Interfaces
edited by Yong Zhang
submission deadline 30 Nov 2025 | 1 articles | Viewed by 413 | Submission Open
Keywords: smart polymer; flexible electronics; wearable; sensor
(This special issue belongs to the Section Smart and Functional Polymers)
Laser Treatment of High-Polymer Materials
edited by and
submission deadline 30 Nov 2025 | Viewed by 352 | Submission Open
Keywords: laser ablation of polymers; laser micro-structuring of polymers; laser nano-structuring of polymers; laser texturing of polymers; laser polymerization; laser deposition of polymers; laser transfer and printing of polymers; modelling of laser processing of polymers; applications of polymers processed by laser
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)
Advances in Natural Polysaccharides: Synthesis, Modification, and Applications
edited by
submission deadline 30 Nov 2025 | 1 articles | Viewed by 335 | Submission Open
Keywords: polysaccharides; polysaccharide derivatives; chitin; chitosan; cellulose; starch; hyaluronic acid; synthesis and modification
(This special issue belongs to the Section Biobased and Biodegradable Polymers)
Conjugated Polymers: Synthesis, Processing and Applications
edited by
submission deadline 30 Nov 2025 | Viewed by 321 | Submission Open
Keywords: conjugated polymers; electrical conductivity; synthesis and modifications of conjugated polymers; polymer electronic devices; flexible electronics
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)
Advanced Study on Lignin-Containing Composites submission deadline 30 Nov 2025 | Viewed by 320 | Submission Open
Keywords: lignin; biobased polymers; biocomposites; lignocellulose; cross-linked polymers; phenolic compounds; resins
(This special issue belongs to the Section Biobased and Biodegradable Polymers)
Polymer Application in Nanoscale Drug Delivery Systems
edited by Teresa Silvestri and
submission deadline 30 Nov 2025 | Viewed by 309 | Submission Open
Keywords: biodegradable polymers; nanotechnology; drug delivery; nanoparticles; biocompatibility; targeted delivery; controlled release; RNA therapeutics
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)
Design, Synthesis, and Application of Optoelectronic Polymers
edited by Qiao He and Yang Yang
submission deadline 30 Nov 2025 | Viewed by 288 | Submission Open
Keywords: organic optoelectronics; organic semiconductors; conjugated polymers; sustainable materials; molecular design
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)
Process and Valorization of Polymeric Waste and Biomass
edited by Daniela Djikanović and
submission deadline 30 Nov 2025 | Viewed by 284 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymeric waste; recycling; valorization; mechanical recycling; chemical recycling; biological recycling; circular economy; sustainable solution; environmental protection
(This special issue belongs to the Section Circular and Green Sustainable Polymer Science)
Biobased and Biodegradable Polymer-Based Packaging—Sustainable by Design submission deadline 30 Nov 2025 | Viewed by 275 | Submission Open
Keywords: bio-based polymers; biodegradable polymers; sustainability; packaging; active packaging; intelligent packaging; shelf life; LCA; fiber-based packaging
(This special issue belongs to the Section Biobased and Biodegradable Polymers)
Biopolymers and Bio-Based Polymer Composites, 2nd Edition
edited by
submission deadline 30 Nov 2025 | Viewed by 253 | Submission Open
Keywords: biopolymers; biodegradable polymers; biosynthesized polymers; biopolymer composites; nanobiocomposites; bionanoadditives; bioadditives; natural aliphatic polyesters; polylactide
(This special issue belongs to the Section Biobased and Biodegradable Polymers)
The Development of Polymeric Biomaterials Using Agro-Industrial Residues submission deadline 30 Nov 2025 | Viewed by 242 | Submission Open
Keywords: circular economy; environmental; waste; sustainable; biopolymers
(This special issue belongs to the Section Circular and Green Sustainable Polymer Science)
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