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Flame-Retardant Polymer Composites II submission deadline 31 Jul 2025 | 10 articles | Viewed by 18696 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymer composites; fire behavior; additive manufacturing; injection molding; thermocompression; flame retardancy; inorganic fillers
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Composites and Nanocomposites)
Sustainable Polymers for a Circular Economy submission deadline 31 Jul 2025 | 5 articles | Viewed by 17795 | Submission Open
Keywords: design and synthesis of biodegradable and/or recyclable polymers; advances in polymer recycling technologies and processes; development of waste-based polymer composites; life cycle assessment and environmental impact analysis of polymer materials; renewable feedstocks and green chemistry approaches for polymer production; • strategies to extend and enhance the lifespan and durability of polymer products; policy frameworks and regulatory initiatives promoting sustainable polymers for use in circular economies; case studies highlighting successful implementations of sustainable polymers in various industries; measures promoting an increase in the productivity of resource use through diversification; technological upgrading and innovation; contributing to the creation of a more sustainable and resource-efficient economy; economic and societal implications of transitioning towards sustainable polymers
(This special issue belongs to the Section Circular and Green Sustainable Polymer Science)
Advanced Biodegradable Polymers for Drug Delivery
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submission deadline 31 Jul 2025 | 4 articles | Viewed by 15962 | Submission Open
Keywords: biopolymer; biodegradability; drug delivery; biomedical application; controlled release; functional polymers; smart polymers
(This special issue belongs to the Section Biobased and Biodegradable Polymers)
Preparation, Structure and Characterization of Polymer/Cement Composites—3rd Edition submission deadline 31 Jul 2025 | 11 articles | Viewed by 12267 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymer; cementitious composites; recycled materials; smart additives; structure characterization; multiscale performance evaluation; numerical modeling; durability; regeneration and sustainability
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Composites and Nanocomposites)
Polymeric Materials in 3D Printing
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submission deadline 31 Jul 2025 | 4 articles | Viewed by 11414 | Submission Open
Keywords: additive manufacturing; 3D printing; smart materials; biomaterials; nanomaterials; composites
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)
Degradation of Plastics
edited by , and Álvaro Miguel Ortega
submission deadline 31 Jul 2025 | 4 articles | Viewed by 9985 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymers; plastic degradation; biodegradation; depolymerization; environmental impact; polymer recycling; chemical recycling; hydrolyzable polymers; non-hydrolyzable polymers
(This special issue belongs to the Section Biobased and Biodegradable Polymers)
Advanced Polymer Materials: Synthesis, Structure, and Properties
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submission deadline 31 Jul 2025 | 9 articles | Viewed by 9771 | Submission Open
Keywords: controlled radical polymerizations (CRP); ionic polymerization; polycondensation; radical polymerization; Polymer structure and properties
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Chemistry)
Advanced Cellulose Polymers and Derivatives
edited by , Andréa Fernanda de Santana Costa and Italo José Batista Durval
submission deadline 31 Jul 2025 | 5 articles | Viewed by 8529 | Submission Open
Keywords: bacterial co-culture; kombucha; polymer nanocomposites; nanomaterials; membranes; films; cellulose nanocrystals; cellulose nanofibrils; hydrogel; properties; waste products; low-cost substrates; packaging; biomedical applications; fabric; water treatment; oil/water separation; electrical conductivity; alternative leather; wound dressing; eco-friendly material; magnetic bacterial cellulose; requalification of textile waste; sustainability
(This special issue belongs to the Section Biobased and Biodegradable Polymers)
3D Printing and Molding Study in Polymeric Materials
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submission deadline 31 Jul 2025 | 5 articles | Viewed by 8426 | Submission Open
Keywords: 3D printing; molding techniques; polymeric materials; material manufacturing
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Processing and Engineering)
Polymeric Materials in Energy Conversion and Storage, 2nd Edition
edited by and
submission deadline 31 Jul 2025 | 7 articles | Viewed by 8381 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymer composites; flexible electronics; energy harvesting; nanogenerators; sensors and actuators; energy storage materials
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)
Physicochemical Properties of Polymer Composites
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submission deadline 31 Jul 2025 | 7 articles | Viewed by 8331 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymer composites; polymer composite layers; chemical/laser/plasma deposition/surface treatment methods
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Composites and Nanocomposites)
Polymers & Polymer Composites for Dental Applications
edited by Rafael Guerra Lund
submission deadline 31 Jul 2025 | 5 articles | Viewed by 7104 | Submission Open
Keywords: dental materials; polymers; biopolymers; 3D printing; biodegradable polymers; dental restorations; biocompatibility; tissue regeneration; orthodontic aligners; drug delivery systems
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)
Research on Additive Manufacturing of Polymer Composites
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submission deadline 31 Jul 2025 | 4 articles | Viewed by 6274 | Submission Open
Keywords: additive manufacturing; polymer composites; 3D printing techniques; material sciences; fused deposition modeling (FDM); mechanical properties
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Processing and Engineering)
Polymer for Sustainable Construction—Recent Trends and Future Perspectives submission deadline 31 Jul 2025 | 3 articles | Viewed by 5965 | Submission Open
Keywords: alkali-activated binders; polymer-modified cement-based materials; polymer fibers in building materials; durability of building materials; circular economy; life cycle assessment
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)
Advanced Preparation and Application of Cellulose: 2nd Edition submission deadline 31 Jul 2025 | 4 articles | Viewed by 5937 | Submission Open
Keywords: cellulose; nanocellulose; energy storage; water purification; packaging; food; filtration
(This special issue belongs to the Section Circular and Green Sustainable Polymer Science)
Thermoplastic Foams: Processing, Manufacturing, and Characterization
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submission deadline 31 Jul 2025 | 4 articles | Viewed by 5743 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymeric foams; cellular structure; manoporous foams; porous biocomposites; closed-cell structure; open-cell structure; insulating properties; functional foams
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Composites and Nanocomposites)
Functional Gel and Their Multipurpose Applications
edited by Wanyu Chen and Chaocan Zhang
submission deadline 31 Jul 2025 | 6 articles | Viewed by 5440 | Submission Open
Keywords: biomedical/pharmaceutical gels; gel electrolytes; food industry gels; simulation studies; self-healing gels; coatings and adhesives; adsorption and separation gels; sensors
(This special issue belongs to the Section Smart and Functional Polymers)
Polymers, Biomolecules and Nanocomposites: Computational Perspectives
edited by Anastassia Rissanou
submission deadline 31 Jul 2025 | 4 articles | Viewed by 5190 | Submission Open
Keywords: simulations; polymers; biomolecules; nanofillers; multiscale approaches
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Composites and Nanocomposites)
Modeling of Polymer Composites and Nanocomposites
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submission deadline 31 Jul 2025 | 8 articles | Viewed by 5024 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymer composites; polymer nanocomposites; material properties; structural morphology; finite element analysis; optimization of composites
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Physics and Theory)
Polymer Electrolyte Membrane Fuel Cells: Technology and Applications submission deadline 31 Jul 2025 | 1 articles | Viewed by 4804 | Submission Open
Keywords: fuel cells; proton electrolyte membranes; gas diffusion layers; bipolar plate materials; fuel designs; optimization algorithms; applications
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Membranes and Films)
Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence for Polymer Processing
edited by , Saeed Farahani and
submission deadline 31 Jul 2025 | 3 articles | Viewed by 4583 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymer injection molding; polymer processing; machine learning; artificial intelligence
(This special issue belongs to the Section Artificial Intelligence in Polymer Science)
Environmentally Responsive Polymer Materials submission deadline 31 Jul 2025 | 3 articles | Viewed by 4400 | Submission Open
Keywords: mechanensitive polymer materials; temperature; strain; environment; smart polymer materials
(This special issue belongs to the Section Circular and Green Sustainable Polymer Science)
Advanced Polymeric Membranes for Wastewater Reclamation and Water Purification II
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submission deadline 31 Jul 2025 | 3 articles | Viewed by 4105 | Submission Open
Keywords: desalination; water treatment; membrane; filtration; separation; antimicrobial; antifouling; interfacial polymerization; novel polymer materials
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Membranes and Films)
Advances in Polyimide: Synthesis, Modification, Characterization, Application and Beyond
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submission deadline 31 Jul 2025 | 4 articles | Viewed by 4014 | Submission Open
Keywords: soluble; processable and formable; transparent; application on new energy batteries; synthesis in water or ethanol; novel monomers; functional thin polyimide films; porous polyimide; liquid– crystalline polyimide; flexible polyimide; new thermosetting oligomers; high-strength adhesive; polyimide blends; heat-resistant coating; polyimide composites; photosensitive polyimide; gas separation membrane
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)
Polymer-Based Smart Materials: Preparation and Applications
edited by Xiaoran Hu
submission deadline 31 Jul 2025 | 3 articles | Viewed by 3769 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymers; environmental friendliness; sensing materials; flexible electronics; wearable sensors
(This special issue belongs to the Section Smart and Functional Polymers)
Polymer-Based Composite Structures and Mechanical Metamaterials
edited by and Lianchao Wang
submission deadline 31 Jul 2025 | 3 articles | Viewed by 3655 | Submission Open
Keywords: composite structures; mechanical metamaterials; lightweight structures; polymer-based composites; 3D printing; application of polymer and polymer-based composites; data-driven research on lightweight structures
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Composites and Nanocomposites)
Recent Advances in Bio-Based Polymer Composites
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submission deadline 31 Jul 2025 | 2 articles | Viewed by 3174 | Submission Open
Keywords: biopolymers; composites; biocomposites; natural fibers; bio-based materials; sustainability; characterization; biodegradation; recycling; environmental impact
(This special issue belongs to the Section Biobased and Biodegradable Polymers)
Additive Manufacturing Based on Polymer Materials
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submission deadline 31 Jul 2025 | 2 articles | Viewed by 3047 | Submission Open
Keywords: surface modification; polymers; composite materials; additive manufacturing; 3D printing
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Processing and Engineering)
Preparation and Application of Cellulose-Based and Chitosan-Based Materials
edited by and
submission deadline 31 Jul 2025 | 3 articles | Viewed by 2997 | Submission Open
Keywords: biomass-based materials; preparation; application; renewable; biodegradable; cellulose; chitosan
(This special issue belongs to the Section Biobased and Biodegradable Polymers)
High-Performance Functional Polymer Coatings
edited by Yanli Wang and Xiaohong Ji
submission deadline 31 Jul 2025 | 2 articles | Viewed by 2949 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymer coating; preparation; property; characterization; modification; application
(This special issue belongs to the Section Smart and Functional Polymers)
Flame Retardant Polymers: 2024 National Flame Retardant Academic Annual Conference
edited by Xiangmei Li and
submission deadline 31 Jul 2025 | 2 articles | Viewed by 2409 | Submission Open
Keywords: flame retardants; fire testing; thermal degradation; polymer composites; flame-resistant polymer materials
(This special issue belongs to the Section Innovation of Polymer Science and Technology)
Polymer Manufacturing Processes
edited by Claudia Pagano and
submission deadline 31 Jul 2025 | 5 articles | Viewed by 2208 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymer processing; sustainability; computer-aided manufacturing; materials; energy efficiency; recycling
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Processing and Engineering)
Hydrogels, Biopolymers, and Applications as Antimicrobial Agents submission deadline 31 Jul 2025 | 2 articles | Viewed by 2184 | Submission Open
Keywords: antimicrobial resistance; hydrogels; biopolymers; iodophors; infection control
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)
Synthesis and Application of Epoxy-Based Polymeric Materials
edited by Jihuai Tan
submission deadline 31 Jul 2025 | 2 articles | Viewed by 1765 | Submission Open
Keywords: epoxy; toughening agent; composite material; adhesive; coating; molecular simulation; curing kinetics
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)
Advances in Polymers and Polymer Composites for Packaging Applications
edited by Luís Marangoni Júnior
submission deadline 31 Jul 2025 | 2 articles | Viewed by 1595 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymer; crosslinking; food packaging; polymeric packaging; films; and coatings; food contact materials; bio-based packaging; active packaging; intelligent packaging; food contaminants; mechanical properties; barrier properties; food stability
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)
Surface and Interface Analysis of Polymeric Materials
edited by Yupeng He
submission deadline 31 Jul 2025 | 2 articles | Viewed by 1590 | 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)
Functional Graphene-Polymer Composites, 2nd Edition submission deadline 31 Jul 2025 | 1 articles | Viewed by 1587 | Submission Open
Keywords: graphene; reduced graphene oxide; functional polymers; chemical and physical interfacial interactions; nanocomposite sensors; self-healing nanocomposites; soft robotics materials; nanocomposite processing; characterization and applications
(This special issue belongs to the Section Smart and Functional Polymers)
Embracing the Circular Economy for a Promising Future in Sustainable Polymer Production submission deadline 31 Jul 2025 | 4 articles | Viewed by 1462 | Submission Open
Keywords: biopolymers; polymers; green chemistry; circular economy; sustainability; biodegradability; bioeconomy
(This special issue belongs to the Section Circular and Green Sustainable Polymer Science)
Feature Papers in Polymer Science and Technology
edited by Yen Wei and
submission deadline 31 Jul 2025 | 1 articles | Viewed by 1326 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymer designs; polymer applications; biodegradable polymers; flexible bioelectrodes; 3D/4D printing; fiber spinning and electrospinning; functional polymer coating; surface chemistry
(This special issue belongs to the Section Innovation of Polymer Science and Technology)
Functional Polymers: Interaction, Surface, Processing and Applications: 3rd Edition
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submission deadline 31 Jul 2025 | 4 articles | Viewed by 1196 | Submission Open
Keywords: chemical/gas/bio-sensing; oil– water separation; heavy metal removal; photocatalyst; interactions with biomolecules; solar steam generation; smart textiles; functional textiles; microwave absorption; photothermal effect; piezoelectric effect; stimuli-responsive polymers; processing parameter– property correlation; composition– property relation
(This special issue belongs to the Section Smart and Functional Polymers)
Modification and Functionalization of Polymer Materials for Sustainable Development
edited by and Monika Chomiak
submission deadline 31 Jul 2025 | 1 articles | Viewed by 1140 | Submission Open
Keywords: chemical modification; organic and inorganic fillers; nanofillers; plastic processing; operational characteristics (e.g.; mechanical; thermal; electrical); functionalization; sustainable development
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Processing and Engineering)
Elastomers Science and Technology submission deadline 31 Jul 2025 | 1 articles | Viewed by 986 | Submission Open
Keywords: elastomers and rubbers; natural rubber and synthetic rubbers; polyurethanes; silicones; thermoplastic elastomers (TPEs); sustainable elastomers; advanced applications of elastomers; smart and functional elastomers; processing and manufacturing technologies; modeling and simulation
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Composites and Nanocomposites)
Interface Science and Mass Transfer in Polymer-Based Separation Membranes
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submission deadline 31 Jul 2025 | 1 articles | Viewed by 969 | Submission Open
Keywords: membranes; surface modification; interfacial technology; mass transfer
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Membranes and Films)
Research Progress on Polymer and Admixture Modified Concrete Composites in Civil Engineering
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submission deadline 31 Jul 2025 | 2 articles | Viewed by 944 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymer concrete; admixture modified concrete; polymer mortar; mechanical property; durability; numerical modeling; microstructure; physical property; structural behavior; engineering application
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Composites and Nanocomposites)
Green Polymeric Materials for Geological Engineering and Geotechnical Engineering
edited by and
submission deadline 31 Jul 2025 | 1 articles | Viewed by 901 | Submission Open
Keywords: green polymer materials; sustainable restoration; functional materials; ecological damage prevention; geological hazard prevention; engineering disease prevention; rock and soil modification
(This special issue belongs to the Section Circular and Green Sustainable Polymer Science)
Structure, Properties and Applications of Polymer-Based Nanocomposites
edited by Haifei Zhan, Zhicheng Zhang and Yihan Nie
submission deadline 31 Jul 2025 | 1 articles | Viewed by 802 | Submission Open
Keywords: nanocomposites; nanofillers; physical properties; interfacial strength; multifunctional; reinforcement; molecular dynamics simulation; surface engineering
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Composites and Nanocomposites)
Sustainable Polymer Chemistry and Processing
edited by and Jonas Jose Perez Bravo
submission deadline 31 Jul 2025 | 1 articles | Viewed by 612 | Submission Open
Keywords: sustainable materials; green chemistry; biopolymers; biocomposites; upcycling; environmentally friendly; renewable; biodegradable; compostable
(This special issue belongs to the Section Circular and Green Sustainable Polymer Science)
Preparation and Application of Polymer Membranes
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submission deadline 31 Jul 2025 | 1 articles | Viewed by 500 | 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)
Coordination Polymers: Synthesis, Design and Application submission deadline 31 Jul 2025 | Viewed by 496 | Submission Open
Keywords: macrocycles; coordination polymers; rational design and functionalization; porosity; catalysis; sensing and detection; gas storage and separation
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Chemistry)
Advances in Polymer Recycling and Upcycling: Toward a Circular and Sustainable Future submission deadline 31 Jul 2025 | 1 articles | Viewed by 492 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymer recycling; upcycling; circular economy; sustainable materials; waste valorization; environmental impact
(This special issue belongs to the Section Circular and Green Sustainable Polymer Science)
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