Special Issues

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. The journal’s Editor-in-Chief and/or designated EBM 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. For any inquiries related to a Special Issue, please contact the Editorial Office.

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Advances in Functional Polymer Nanocomposites
edited by
submission deadline 25 Nov 2024 | 2 articles | Viewed by 1494 | Submission Open
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Composites and Nanocomposites)
Preparation and Characterization of Polymer-Based Electrolyte Materials
edited by
submission deadline 25 Nov 2024 | Viewed by 209 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymer electrolytes; copolymers; ionic conductivity; energy; fuel cells; batteries; supercapacitor; solar cells; actuators
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)
Advances in Natural Fiber-Polymer Composites
edited by
submission deadline 25 Nov 2024 | Viewed by 143 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymer biocomposites; natural fibers; bioadditives; green technology; modifications; functional properties; elastomers; thermoplastics; biocomponents; polymer processing
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Fibers)
Advances in Polymers and Polymer Composites for Tissue Engineering
edited by Stella Georgiadou
submission deadline 25 Nov 2024 | Viewed by 111 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymers and polymer composites; morphological and biochemical properties; conductivity; tissue engineering technology
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)
Polymer-Based Flexible Materials, 2nd Edition
edited by and
submission deadline 25 Nov 2024 | Viewed by 77 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymer-based flexible materials; flexible electronic devices; functional polymer composites; flexible EMI materials; wearable sensors/actuators
(This special issue belongs to the Section Smart and Functional Polymers)
Polymer Innovations: Advancements in Bioplastics and Bio-Sustainable Materials
edited by and Simona Sabbatini
submission deadline 25 Nov 2024 | Viewed by 60 | Submission Open
Keywords: bio-based and natural polymers; polymeric composites and nanocomposites; synthesis of innovative polymers; bio-based additives and fillers; biodegradation and disintegration in composing condition of polymeric based systems; characterization (thermal; mechanical; morphology; chemical; etc.); manufacturing (extrusion; 3D printing; electrospinning; injection moulding; thermoforming; hot-press moulding; etc.); molecular characterization; vibrational analysis
(This special issue belongs to the Section Circular and Green Polymer Science)
From Biomass Fractionation to Final Biobased Polymer Nanocomposites in European Sustainable Biobased Nanomaterials Community (BIOMAC) submission deadline 29 Nov 2024 | 4 articles | Viewed by 10566 | Submission Open
Keywords: biomass pretreatment; biomass fractionation; biobased platform chemicals; biobased monomers; biobased additives; nanocellulose; nanolignin; biochar; biomacromolecules; biobased polymers; biodegradable polymers; natural biobased polymers; synthetic biobased polymers; nanocomposites; enzymatically hydrolysable polymers; biodegradability; compostability; environmentally friendly polymers; biopolymer and composite applications
(This special issue belongs to the Section Biomacromolecules, Biobased and Biodegradable Polymers)
Natural Polymers: Design, Characterization and Applications submission deadline 30 Nov 2024 | 4 articles | Viewed by 12155 | Submission Open
Keywords: chitosan; cellulose; starch; latex; protein; natural polymer nanocomposites; natural polymer blends; natural polymer coating; natural polymer-based 3D printing; food and non-food packaging materials; biomedical materials; pharmaceutical materials
(This special issue belongs to the Section Biomacromolecules, Biobased and Biodegradable Polymers)
Failure of Polymer Composites submission deadline 30 Nov 2024 | 7 articles | Viewed by 10644 | Submission Open
Keywords: mathematical model; numerical and computational methods; experimental method; mechanical behavior; constitutive model; fatigue and fracture mechanics; damage mechanics
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Physics and Theory)
Advances in the Processing and Application of Polymers and Their Composites III
edited by and
submission deadline 30 Nov 2024 | 4 articles | Viewed by 4544 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymer composites; biodegradable polymer; polymer processing; antibacterial; thermal stability; mechanical properties
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Processing and Engineering)
Advancements in Rheology and Processing of Polymer Materials submission deadline 30 Nov 2024 | 3 articles | Viewed by 4236 | 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)
Resin Additives—Spices for Polymers
edited by and
submission deadline 30 Nov 2024 | 2 articles | Viewed by 4230 | Submission Open
Keywords: resin additive; plastic additive; polymer; polymer alloy; antioxidant; antistatic agent; blowing agent; flame retardant; lubricant; impact modifier; plasticizer; coloring agent; filling material
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)
New Polymer Fibers: Production and Applications submission deadline 30 Nov 2024 | 3 articles | Viewed by 3762 | Submission Open
Keywords: natural fibers; physical properties; synthetic fibers; process production; applications; composites; biomaterials; smart-materials; nanomaterials; sustainable materials
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Fibers)
Multifunctional Polymers and Their Composites: Design, Processing and Properties
edited by Lu Zhang, Shaowei Lu and Xiaoqiang Wang
submission deadline 30 Nov 2024 | 3 articles | Viewed by 3252 | Submission Open
Keywords: nanocomposites; functionalization; thermal conductivity and conductivity; electromagnetic shielding; sensor design and controllable standby; sensor response mechanism; structural health monitoring; manufacturing monitoring
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Composites and Nanocomposites)
A Commemorative Issue in Honor of Professor Jose M. Kenny: Advances in Polymer Composites and Nanocomposites
edited by , and Luigi Torre
submission deadline 30 Nov 2024 | 4 articles | Viewed by 3182 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymers; composites; nanocomposites; nanoparticles; polymeric blends; processing; recycling; advance materials; smart materials; functional polymers; biodegradable polymers; bio-based polymers
(This special issue belongs to the Section Innovation of Polymer Science and Technology)
Applications of Polymer-Based Absorbent Materials
edited by Leonardo Fernandes Fraceto, Vera A. Alvarez and Estefanía Baigorria
submission deadline 30 Nov 2024 | 3 articles | Viewed by 2862 | Submission Open
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)
Processing, Valorization and Utilization of Biomass/Waste-Derived Polymers submission deadline 30 Nov 2024 | 2 articles | Viewed by 2582 | Submission Open
Keywords: biopolymers; polymers from biomass; polymers from waste; industrial waste polymers; biorefinery; sustainability; valorisation; value-added products and materials; biofuels
(This special issue belongs to the Section Biomacromolecules, Biobased and Biodegradable Polymers)
Eco-Friendly Polymers: Structure, Modification and Processing
edited by Dorota Dukarska and
submission deadline 30 Nov 2024 | 2 articles | Viewed by 1623 | Submission Open
Keywords: sustainable polymers; bio-based polymer materials; eco-friendly adhesives; natural filler; biodegradable polymers; bio-composite materials; bio-based hybrid polymer composites; biopolymer-based nanocomposites; sustainable innovations in bio-based polymer materials; green composites; biomass-derived polymers; technologies for environmentally friendly polymer processing; bio-based polymer structure and modification; processing of eco-friendly polymers; eco-friendly polymers in wood-based material production; bio-based coating for wood and wood-based materials; bio-based polymers for wood preservation; environmental engineering of eco-friendly materials
(This special issue belongs to the Section Biomacromolecules, Biobased and Biodegradable Polymers)
Resilient Polymer Materials: Reduce the Risks and Effects of Natural Disasters submission deadline 30 Nov 2024 | 1 articles | Viewed by 1396 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymer materials; resilient materials; water and soil restoring/protection; sensors; natural disasters
(This special issue belongs to the Section Smart and Functional Polymers)
Polymeric Materials in Modern—Contemporary Art III submission deadline 30 Nov 2024 | Viewed by 935 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymeric materials in modern and contemporary art; matrix and additive identification and their interaction; new technologies and evaluation methods; aging and degradation mechanisms and phenomena; influence of VOCs on polymeric materials; advances in conservation treatments
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Analysis and Characterization)
Stimuli-Responsive Polymers: Fabrication and Application
edited by Lingyan Liu
submission deadline 30 Nov 2024 | 1 articles | Viewed by 733 | Submission Open
Keywords: stimuli responsive; physical or chemical property change; morphology; sensors; drug delivery
(This special issue belongs to the Section Smart and Functional Polymers)
Durability and Degradation of Polymeric Materials III submission deadline 30 Nov 2024 | 1 articles | Viewed by 684 | Submission Open
Keywords: the production of durable polymers; chemical degradation; recycling; the bio/thermal degradation of polymers; the assessment of polymer durability; various studies on degradation of polymers; the environmental impact of polymers; the recycling and upcycling of polymers; durable designs and polymer engineering
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Processing and Engineering)
Recent Trends in Polymer Membranes: Fabrication Technique, Characterization, Functionalization, and Applications in Environmental Science, 2nd Edition
edited by and
submission deadline 30 Nov 2024 | 1 articles | Viewed by 551 | Submission Open
Keywords: functional polymers; fabrication technique; nanoparticles; 2D materials; functionalization; hybridization; biomimetic synthesis; characterization techniques; membrane filtration; wastewater treatment; desalination; environment remediation; drug; pesticides; virus; antifouling; antibacterial; sustainability
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Membranes and Films)
Advanced Hydrogels for Biomedical Application
edited by Iksung Cho and
submission deadline 30 Nov 2024 | 1 articles | Viewed by 479 | Submission Open
Keywords: hydrogel; polymeric biomaterial; stimuli-responsive; tissue engineering; drug delivery system
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)
Crystallization Behavior and Mechanical Properties of Semi-crystalline Polymers
edited by and Justyna Krajenta
submission deadline 30 Nov 2024 | 1 articles | Viewed by 392 | Submission Open
Keywords: semi-crystalline polymers; crystallization; mechanical properties; nucleation; plastic deformation; crystalline structure; isothermal and non-isothermal crystallization; cold crystallization; spherulites
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Analysis and Characterization)
Design and Characterization of Polymer-Based Electrode Materials
edited by and
submission deadline 30 Nov 2024 | Viewed by 376 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymer; conductive polymer; electrode materials; energy storage; batteries; supercapacitor
(This special issue belongs to the Section Smart and Functional Polymers)
Advances in Characterization, Measurement and Electrical Performance of Polymer and Composites Materials
edited by
submission deadline 30 Nov 2024 | 1 articles | Viewed by 347 | 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)
Advanced Polymer Materials: Synthesis, Structure, and Properties
edited by
submission deadline 30 Nov 2024 | Viewed by 306 | 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)
Polymeric Innovations in Bone Regeneration
edited by Peizhi Zhu
submission deadline 30 Nov 2024 | Viewed by 233 | Submission Open
Keywords: hyaluronic acid; bone repair; bone regeneration; bone tumor; bone drug; cancer drug; bone structure; bone diseases; biomaterials
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)
Processing, Modification and Application of Lignin
edited by
submission deadline 30 Nov 2024 | Viewed by 193 | Submission Open
Keywords: lignin chemistry; lignin depolymerization; lignin-derived fine chemicals; lignin-based functional materials; lignocellulosic biomass
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Processing and Engineering)
Polysaccharide and Lignocellulose Materials
edited by Hui Zhang
submission deadline 30 Nov 2024 | Viewed by 184 | Submission Open
Keywords: structural modification; structural characterization; polysaccharide; cellulose; biomaterials; biopharmaceuticals; drug delivery; bioplastics; biosensors; flexible wear and devices
(This special issue belongs to the Section Circular and Green Polymer Science)
Next-Generation Textiles: Advancements in Functional Polymers for Sustainable, Smart and Health-Enhancing Fabrics
edited by
submission deadline 30 Nov 2024 | Viewed by 154 | Submission Open
Keywords: PPE; hazards; smart textiles; protective textiles
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Processing and Engineering)
Advanced Polymer Materials for Safe Ion Batteries
edited by Hangyu Zhou, , Fengxiang Liu and Weili Zhang
submission deadline 30 Nov 2024 | Viewed by 140 | Submission Open
Keywords: chemical structure; functional group; mechanical strength; thermal stability; electrochemical activity; rheological properties; safe polymer electrolyte; ultra-high electrochemical interphases; smart polymer materials; characteristic technologies
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)
Advances in Functional Polymers and Composites submission deadline 30 Nov 2024 | Viewed by 121 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymer; composite; manufacture; mechanical property; mechanics; theoretical analysis; structural health monitoring; fatigue; structural integrity; non-destructive testing and evaluation; finite element analysis
(This special issue belongs to the Section Smart and Functional Polymers)
Additive Agents for Polymer Functionalization Modification
edited by and
submission deadline 30 Nov 2024 | Viewed by 101 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymer additives; polymer composites; sustainable polymers; flame retardants; plasticizers; functionalization modification of biopolymers; new structure of polymer additives; new mechanism of polymer additives; new use of polymer additives; application of polymer additives; relationship between structure and performance of polymer additives
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Composites and Nanocomposites)
Biopolymers: Structure-Function Relationship and Application III
edited by
submission deadline 30 Nov 2024 | Viewed by 92 | Submission Open
Keywords: carbohydrate polymers; food hydrocolloids; dietary fibers; protein; structure; conformation; physicochemical properties; rheology; functionality; bioactivity
(This special issue belongs to the Section Biomacromolecules, Biobased and Biodegradable Polymers)
Advances in Eco-Friendly Polyurethane Foams and Adhesives submission deadline 30 Nov 2024 | Viewed by 87 | Submission Open
Keywords: adhesives; foams; lignocellulosic materials; NIPU; polyurethane
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Networks)
Sustainable Polymers for a Circular Economy submission deadline 30 Nov 2024 | Viewed by 70 | 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 Polymer Science)
Cellulose and Chitosan: Characterization, Modification and Application
edited by
submission deadline 30 Nov 2024 | Viewed by 61 | 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 Biomacromolecules, Biobased and Biodegradable Polymers)
Recycling of Plastic and Rubber Wastes, 2nd Edition
edited by
submission deadline 30 Nov 2024 | Viewed by 59 | Submission Open
Keywords: plastic recycling; recycling of polymer composites; recycling of packaging materials; polymer degradation; plastics from electronic equipment and WEE; car tire recycling; compounding; re-granulation; thermochemical recycling; end-of-waste criteria of recycled plastic; life cycle and socioeconomic assessment of recycling routes
(This special issue belongs to the Section Circular and Green Polymer Science)
Nanostructured Polymers for Advanced Energy Storage
edited by and Thi-Khanh-Ly Nguyen
submission deadline 30 Nov 2024 | Viewed by 58 | Submission Open
Keywords: nanostructured polymers; multifunctional polymers; polyHIPE-derived materials; gel polymer electrolyte; supercapacitors; lithium batteries; post-lithium batteries; redox flow batteries; life cycle
(This special issue belongs to the Section Circular and Green Polymer Science)
Sustainable Bio-Based and Circular Polymers and Composites
edited by Maria-Paraskevi Belioka, and
submission deadline 30 Nov 2024 | Viewed by 48 | Submission Open
Keywords: synthesis of biopolymers; biopolymer composites and nanocomposites; biocompatibility and biodegradability; circular polymers and composites; processing methods of biopolymer composites/nanocomposites; morphology and surface properties; thermal behavior and thermal stability; mechanical properties and structural integrity; thermo-responsive biopolymer composites/nanocomposites; eco-challenges of bio-based or circular polymer composites; three-dimensional printing of bio-based or circular polymer nanocomposites; biopolymer or circular polymer composites/nanocomposites for food packaging; biopolymer or circular polymer composites/nanocomposites for energy storage; biopolymer or circular polymer composites and nanocomposites for sensing/biosensing; biopolymers or circular polymer and their composites/nanocomposites for smart medical devices; biopolymer or circular polymer composites/nanocomposites for regenerative medicine; bio-based polymer or circular polymer composites/nanocomposites for drug delivery
(This special issue belongs to the Section Circular and Green Polymer Science)
Multifunctional Carbon-Based Polymer Nanocomposites submission deadline 30 Nov 2024 | Viewed by 39 | Submission Open
Keywords: carbon-based nanocomposites; carbon nanotubes; carbon nanofibers; carbon-based fillers
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Composites and Nanocomposites)
Recent Advances in Polymer-Based Catalysts
edited by Chinh Hoang Tran and
submission deadline 30 Nov 2024 | Viewed by 32 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymer-based catalyst; polymer-immobilized catalyst; polymer-supported catalyst; polymer catalyst; polymeric material; polymeric catalyst
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Chemistry)
Flexible Devices Based on Functional Polymers
edited by , Yu Sun and Ruiyu Bai
submission deadline 30 Nov 2024 | Viewed by 28 | Submission Open
Keywords: flexible electronic; soft actuator; soft robot; sensor; biomedical chip
(This special issue belongs to the Section Smart and Functional Polymers)
Additive Manufacturing of (Bio)Polymeric Materials, 2nd Edition submission deadline 30 Nov 2024 | Viewed by 21 | 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)
Rheological Properties of Polymers and Polymer Composites
edited by and Christos Georgantopoulos
submission deadline 1 Dec 2024 | 5 articles | Viewed by 4942 | Submission Open
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Physics and Theory)
Nanostructured Polymer Composites for Energy Conversion Applications
edited by Feiyu Xu, Prithwish Biswas and
submission deadline 1 Dec 2024 | Viewed by 264 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymer nanocomposites; fluoropolymers; energetic composites; polymer composite electrodes; polymer solar cells; polymer thermoelectrics; mechanical properties; thermal conductivity
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)
Advanced Natural Polymers: Synthesis, Characterization and Applications
edited by
submission deadline 5 Dec 2024 | 2 articles | Viewed by 1675 | Submission Open
Keywords: natural polymer; engineering; synthesis; functional materials; biocompatible
(This special issue belongs to the Section Biomacromolecules, Biobased and Biodegradable Polymers)
Advanced Study on Polymer-Based Textiles submission deadline 5 Dec 2024 | Viewed by 63 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymer; textile; material processing and characterization; nanochemistry
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Fibers)
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