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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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New Progress in Polysaccharide-Based Composites
edited by , and Giovanna Giuliana Buonocore
submission deadline 30 Jun 2026 | Viewed by 238 | Submission Open
Keywords: polysaccharides; composite; proteins; biopolymer; biodegradable
(This special issue belongs to the Section Biobased and Biodegradable Polymers)
Nanostructured Polymer Composites for Next-Generation Oilfield Technologies
edited by and Fengbao Liu
submission deadline 30 Jun 2026 | Viewed by 234 | Submission Open
Keywords: synthesis and application of polymer and nanomaterials for the petroleum industry; drilling and completion fluid; nanostructured polymer composites for EOR
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Composites and Nanocomposites)
Biomass-Based Polymer Composites: Synthesis, Processing, and Performance
edited by
submission deadline 30 Jun 2026 | Viewed by 226 | Submission Open
Keywords: biomass small molecules; biomass macromolecules; hydrogels; elastomers; composites; molecular engineering; composite manufacturing; sustainability; multi-functions; dynamic networks; sensors; energy generators
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Composites and Nanocomposites)
Block Copolymers for Membrane Separation and Energy Conversion
edited by Junbin Liao and Wenhui Shi
submission deadline 30 Jun 2026 | Viewed by 224 | Submission Open
Keywords: block copolymers  ; membrane  ; electrodialysis  ; fuel cell  ; redox flow battery  ; capacitive deionization; sodium-ion battery
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)
Biomass to Biopolymers: Sustainable Materials Engineering
edited by
submission deadline 30 Jun 2026 | Viewed by 223 | Submission Open
Keywords: biomass; biopolymers; sustainable materials; renewable resources; circular economy; green chemistry; biodegradable materials; bio-based polymers
(This special issue belongs to the Section Biobased and Biodegradable Polymers)
Applications of Graphene in Polymer Composites
edited by Firas Awaja
submission deadline 30 Jun 2026 | Viewed by 198 | Submission Open
Keywords: graphene; polymer composites; biomedical application; thermal interface materials; electrical conductivity; stress; shear; mechanical properties; nanocomposites; dispersion; functional materials; thermal conductivity
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Composites and Nanocomposites)
Recycling of Engineering Polymers: Process and Physico-Chemical Changes, 2nd Edition submission deadline 30 Jun 2026 | Viewed by 177 | Submission Open
Keywords: plastic waste; circular economy; mechanical recycling; chemical recycling; organic recycling
(This special issue belongs to the Section Circular and Green Sustainable Polymer Science)
Applications of Functional Polymeric Materials in Water Treatment and Environmental Remediation
edited by
submission deadline 1 Jul 2026 | Viewed by 214 | Submission Open
Keywords: functional polymer materials; water treatment; contaminant removal; environmental sustainability; water pollution; adsorption separation; environmental remediation
(This special issue belongs to the Section Smart and Functional Polymers)
Advances in Natural Polysaccharides: Synthesis, Modification, and Applications
edited by
submission deadline 5 Jul 2026 | 2 articles | Viewed by 6209 | 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)
Recent Research on Polymer Composites for Energy Storage and Conversion
edited by and Rükan Genç Altürk
submission deadline 6 Jul 2026 | Viewed by 327 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymer composites; conductive polymers; supercapacitors; batteries; energy storage and conversion; polymer electrolytes; polymer/metal oxide hybrids; polymer– 2D material nanocomposites; defect engineering; sustainable electrode materials
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)
Advances in the Structure and Mechanical Properties of Polymer Composites
edited by Xujiang Chao and Wenlong Tian
submission deadline 10 Jul 2026 | 3 articles | Viewed by 2493 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymer composites; mechanical characterization; numerical modeling; additive manufacturing; mechanical metamaterials; lightweight structures
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Analysis and Characterization)
Trends and Innovations in Polymer Packaging Materials
edited by
submission deadline 10 Jul 2026 | 1 articles | Viewed by 1757 | Submission Open
Keywords: active packaging; bio-based polymers; edible coatings; biodegradable and compostable films; recycling and circular economy; waste-derived polymer additives; nanostructured packaging materials; waste-derived polymer additives; smart packaging; sustainable packaging
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)
Advanced Polymers for 3D Printing and Customized Additive Manufacturing submission deadline 10 Jul 2026 | Viewed by 282 | Submission Open
Keywords: advanced polymers; sustainable polymers; additive manufacturing; 3D printing; customized manufacturing; design for additive manufacturing (DfAM); polymer processing; bio-based materials; high-performance materials; circular economy; resource efficiency; product design; material development; life cycle assessment (LCA); sustainable manufacturing
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Processing and Engineering)
Advances in 3D and 4D Printing of Polymer and Polymer-Composite Materials
edited by Zhongpu (Leo) Zhang and
submission deadline 15 Jul 2026 | Viewed by 316 | Submission Open
Keywords: additive manufacturing; 3D and 4D printing; polymer composites; computational mechanics; multiscale modelling; biomechanics; smart polymer systems
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Processing and Engineering)
Advanced Biomimetic Polymer Materials
edited by Xiaofei Cao
submission deadline 20 Jul 2026 | 1 articles | Viewed by 1852 | Submission Open
Keywords: biomimetic polymer structural materials; mechanical design; material behavior; advanced manufacturing; performance characterization; multifunctional characteristics
(This special issue belongs to the Section Smart and Functional Polymers)
Polymer-Based Advances in Energy Harvesting Technologies and Applications
edited by
submission deadline 20 Jul 2026 | 1 articles | Viewed by 1525 | Submission Open
Keywords: energy harvesting technologies; sustainable energy; polymer-based materials; hydrovoltaic; piezoelectric; triboelectric; thermoelectric; photovoltaic; applications related to energy harvesting
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)
Advanced Polymeric Materials for Water Purification
edited by
submission deadline 20 Jul 2026 | 2 articles | Viewed by 1488 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymers; water purification; membrane filtration; adsorption; ion exchange; coagulation and flocculation
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)
Advances in 4D Printing: From Smart Materials to Functional Systems
edited by Chengjun Zeng, Xiaozhou Xin, and Chen Lin
submission deadline 20 Jul 2026 | 1 articles | Viewed by 926 | Submission Open
Keywords: 4D printing; additive manufacturing; smart materials; stimuli-responsive materials; hydrogels; multi-material systems; soft robotics; biomedical devices; aerospace and mechanical components; energy harvesting
(This special issue belongs to the Section Smart and Functional Polymers)
Lignocellulosic Composites Made from Circular Materials submission deadline 20 Jul 2026 | Viewed by 283 | Submission Open
Keywords: cellulose; lignin; lignocellulosic materials; value-added composites; wood products; biocircular materials
(This special issue belongs to the Section Circular and Green Sustainable Polymer Science)
Advances in Polymer/Carbon Composite Materials: Preparation and Application submission deadline 20 Jul 2026 | Viewed by 256 | Submission Open
Keywords: functionalized carbon nanomaterials; graphene; carbon nanotubes; polymer nanocomposites; interfacial engineering; multifunctional materials; sustainable processing; structure– property relationships; applied composites
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)
Bio-Based and Recyclable Polymer Composites for Circular Economy
edited by
submission deadline 20 Jul 2026 | Viewed by 216 | Submission Open
Keywords: bio-based polymers; recyclable polymer composites; circular economy; sustainable materials; polymer blends; polymer recycling; lifecycle assessment; green composites; eco-design; polymer compatibilization
(This special issue belongs to the Section Circular and Green Sustainable Polymer Science)
Advanced Polymeric Materials for Adsorption Applications submission deadline 25 Jul 2026 | Viewed by 264 | Submission Open
Keywords: adsorption; adsorbents; composites; hydrogels; IPN; polymers; water pollution; theoretical/experimental studies
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)
Dielectric Properties of Doped Hydrogels
edited by
submission deadline 28 Jul 2026 | Viewed by 151 | Submission Open
Keywords: hydrogels; UV– Vis spectrometry; dielectric properties; smith chart; magnetic nanoparticles
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Networks and Gels)
Epoxy-Based Polymers and Composites: From Tailored Properties to Advanced Applications
edited by Marialuigia Raimondo and
submission deadline 30 Jul 2026 | 2 articles | Viewed by 1301 | Submission Open
Keywords: smart carbon– polymer nanocomposites; self-responsive polymers; material processing; 3D printing; aerospace; electronics; recyclability; flame-retardant epoxy composites; renewable energy; biomedical applications
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Composites and Nanocomposites)
Advances in Rheology and Polymer Processing submission deadline 31 Jul 2026 | 8 articles | Viewed by 25185 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymeric systems; viscoelasticity; molding processes; additive manufacturing; 3D printing; multiscale modeling; computational rheology; sustainable materials
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Physics and Theory)
Computational and Experimental Approaches in Polymeric Materials, 2nd Edition submission deadline 31 Jul 2026 | 9 articles | Viewed by 18433 | Submission Open
Keywords: theory and simulation; polymer-based materials; synthesis and characterization; polymer degradation; multi-scale simulations; biomedical applications; dendrimers
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Physics and Theory)
Advances in Natural Polymers and Active Compounds: Extraction Methods and Applications submission deadline 31 Jul 2026 | 6 articles | Viewed by 14011 | Submission Open
Keywords: natural polymers; (bio)active compound; collagen; gelatin; hyaluronic acid; starch; cellulose; pectin; dextran; pullulan; chitin; chitosan; alginate; guar gum; xanthan; casein; albumin; natural extract; essential oils; antimicrobial peptides; food; biomedicine; pharmaceutic; agriculture; cosmetic
(This special issue belongs to the Section Biobased and Biodegradable Polymers)
Advances in Cellulose and Wood-Based Composites
edited by
submission deadline 31 Jul 2026 | 7 articles | Viewed by 12495 | Submission Open
Keywords: cellulose; wood-based composites; sustainable materials; renewable resources; nanocellulose; biopolymers; material properties; environmental sustainability; advanced manufacturing; lifecycle assessment
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Composites and Nanocomposites)
Advancements in Fused Deposition Modeling 3D Printing of Polymers: Material Properties and Thermal Behavior
edited by and
submission deadline 31 Jul 2026 | 3 articles | Viewed by 12263 | Submission Open
Keywords: fused deposition modeling (FDM); 3D printing of polymers; thermal behavior; material characterization; process– structure– property relationships; polymer composites; additive manufacturing
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Processing and Engineering)
Surface and Interface Analysis of Polymeric Materials
edited by Yupeng He
submission deadline 31 Jul 2026 | 7 articles | Viewed by 11948 | Submission Open
Keywords: surface interface chemistry; blends; water-based emulsions; viscosity reducer; environmental coatings; polymer preparation processes; supramolecular polymers; polymer characterization and functions
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Analysis and Characterization)
Dynamic Behavior of Polymer Composite Materials and Structures, 2nd Edition
edited by and
submission deadline 31 Jul 2026 | 11 articles | Viewed by 10659 | Submission Open
Keywords: composite laminates; sandwich structures; cellular and porous materials; bioinspired materials and structures; 3D-printed composite materials; fiber metal laminates; dynamic mechanical behavior; strain rate effect; impact resistance; penetration mechanics; crashworthiness and energy absorption; shock response and spall fracture; finite element modeling; optimization of composites
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Processing and Engineering)
Aging Behavior and Durability of Polymer Materials, 2nd Edition submission deadline 31 Jul 2026 | 6 articles | Viewed by 9983 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymer aging; durability; properties; weathering; tests; protocols
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Analysis and Characterization)
Advanced Preparation and Characterization of Polymer-Based Thin Films
edited by
submission deadline 31 Jul 2026 | 3 articles | Viewed by 9431 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymer-based thin films; synthesis and preparation; deposition techniques; characterization; properties
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Membranes and Films)
Advanced Polymers for Wastewater Treatment and Toxicant Removal, 2nd Edition submission deadline 31 Jul 2026 | 5 articles | Viewed by 8711 | Submission Open
Keywords: water treatment; polymer materials; environmental sciences
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)
High-Performance Polymer Materials and Fiber-Reinforced Composites for Engineering Applications
edited by
submission deadline 31 Jul 2026 | 6 articles | Viewed by 7700 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymeric materials; fiber-reinforced composites; biobased polymers/composites; mechanical; physical and durability characterization; functionally graded polymer materials and fiber-reinforced composites; failure analysis; sustainable materials; engineering applications; theory and simulation of polymeric materials; multifunctional composites
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Fibers)
Advances in Bio-Based Polymers for Sustainable Packaging
edited by and Maria Emilia da Costa Cabral Amaral
submission deadline 31 Jul 2026 | 5 articles | Viewed by 7368 | Submission Open
Keywords: bio-based polymers; biodegradability; compostability environmental impact; materials properties; packaging; sustainability
(This special issue belongs to the Section Biobased and Biodegradable Polymers)
Polymer Recycling and Upcycling: Toward a Circular Materials Economy
edited by
submission deadline 31 Jul 2026 | 2 articles | Viewed by 7084 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymer waste; recycling and upcycling; plastics; sustainable materials; waste valorization
(This special issue belongs to the Section Circular and Green Sustainable Polymer Science)
Polymeric Materials for Wastewater Treatment Applications, 2nd Edition submission deadline 31 Jul 2026 | 4 articles | Viewed by 6863 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymer applications; wastewater treatment; advanced water treatments; organic and inorganic contaminants; emerging contaminants; eutrophication mitigation; microbiological contaminants; polymeric materials; polymer composites; smart polymers; polymer-based solutions
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)
Challenges and Opportunities of Polymer Materials in Dentistry
edited by
submission deadline 31 Jul 2026 | 5 articles | Viewed by 6790 | Submission Open
Keywords: wear resistance; polymerization shrinkage; CAD/CAM technology; 3D printing; polymer formulations; biocompatibility; antimicrobial properties; digital dentistry
(This special issue belongs to the Section Biobased and Biodegradable Polymers)
Eco-Friendly Polymers as Future Wastewater Decontamination Alternative
edited by , Toma Galaon, Luoana Florentina Pascu and Mihai Nita-Lazar
submission deadline 31 Jul 2026 | 3 articles | Viewed by 6783 | Submission Open
Keywords: natural polymers; adsorption; ion-exchange; heavy metals; organic pollutants; dyes; pharmaceutical; stalk; wastewater treatment; sustainable alternative
(This special issue belongs to the Section Circular and Green Sustainable Polymer Science)
Advances in Fracture and Failure of Polymers submission deadline 31 Jul 2026 | 3 articles | Viewed by 6730 | Submission Open
Keywords: mechanical properties; fracture; failure; fatigue and damage of polymers; material manufacturing and forming; material testing methods; numerical modelling; experimental techniques
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Physics and Theory)
Application and Characterization of Cellulose-Based Polymers
edited by Qi Yang
submission deadline 31 Jul 2026 | 6 articles | Viewed by 6595 | Submission Open
Keywords: cellulose-based polymers; cellulose extraction; cellulose modification; nanocellulose; sustainable materials; biomedical applications; smart packaging; characterization techniques
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Analysis and Characterization)
New Studies of Polymer Surfaces and Interfaces: 2nd Edition
edited by , and Jianbin Liu
submission deadline 31 Jul 2026 | 4 articles | Viewed by 6416 | Submission Open
Keywords: surfaces and interfaces; interface behavior; polymeric materials characterization; polymer application; multiphase interfacial flow; wettability
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Processing and Engineering)
Advances in Recycling and Reuse of Polymers submission deadline 31 Jul 2026 | 6 articles | Viewed by 6314 | Submission Open
Keywords: chemically recycled polymers; mechanically recycled polymers; recycling of waste polymers with new approaches; reuse of waste polymers; recycled polymer reprocessing; assessment of present recycling of waste polymers
(This special issue belongs to the Section Circular and Green Sustainable Polymer Science)
Lignin-Based Functional Materials
edited by Jingyu Wang
submission deadline 31 Jul 2026 | 3 articles | Viewed by 6116 | Submission Open
Keywords: lignin; functional materials; nanoparticles; polymers
(This special issue belongs to the Section Smart and Functional Polymers)
Preparation and Application of Polymer Membranes
edited by
submission deadline 31 Jul 2026 | 4 articles | Viewed by 6098 | Submission Open
Keywords: structure– property relationships of polymers; physical– chemical properties and advanced functionality; thin-film membranes; membrane technologies; characterization; performances; selective separations; water and wastewater treatment; transport properties; separation and filtration; coating layers; drug delivery systems; nanofiber filters; environmental protection
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Membranes and Films)
Advanced Spectroscopy for Polymers: Design and Characterization
edited by
submission deadline 31 Jul 2026 | 4 articles | Viewed by 5836 | Submission Open
Keywords: infrared spectroscopy; synchrotron radiation; mass spectrometry; ESI-MS; MALDI-TOFMS; laser; terahertz spectroscopy; electron microscopy; optical microscopy; X-ray
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Analysis and Characterization)
Biopolymer-Based Materials for Edible Food Packaging
edited by Silvia Maria Martelli
submission deadline 31 Jul 2026 | 2 articles | Viewed by 5477 | Submission Open
Keywords: edible coatings; biopolymers; renewable resources; food packaging
(This special issue belongs to the Section Biobased and Biodegradable Polymers)
Bio-Based Polymers from Proteins and Polysaccharides: Challenges and Opportunities
edited by and
submission deadline 31 Jul 2026 | 3 articles | Viewed by 4722 | Submission Open
Keywords: bio-based polymers; proteins; carbohydrates; lipids; biodegradable materials; green synthesis; polymerization; biomass conversion; structure– function relationships
(This special issue belongs to the Section Biobased and Biodegradable Polymers)
Advanced Manufacturing and Multifunctional Applications of Fiber-Reinforced Polymer Composites submission deadline 31 Jul 2026 | 2 articles | Viewed by 4682 | Submission Open
Keywords: sustainable and eco-friendly manufacturing of FRPs; additive manufacturing of FRPs; smart FRP composites; artificial intelligence-driven FRP process optimization; machine learning-driven FRP process optimization; recycling of FRPs; circular economy approaches to FRPs
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Composites and Nanocomposites)
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