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High-Performance Conductive Polymer Composites

edited by

İsmet Kaya

submission deadline 20 Apr 2026 | Viewed by 36 | Submission Open

Keywords: polymer composite; conductive polymer; nanomaterial; electroactive polymer; poly(aniline); poly(3; 4-dioxythiophene); poly(thiophene); poly(pyrrole); graphene; carbon nanomaterial

(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Composites and Nanocomposites)

Polymeric Composite Coatings: Preparation, Properties, and Applications

edited by

Andreea Groza

submission deadline 20 Apr 2026 | Viewed by 9 | Submission Open

Keywords: polymer-based coatings; biodegradable/biocompatible properties; environmentally friendly; plasma/laser/chemical methods; spectral analysis; imaging techniques

(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Membranes and Films)

Carbon Nanomaterial-Reinforced Polymer Nanocomposites: Advanced Synthesis, Properties, and Multifunctional Applications

edited by

Ganapathi Bharathi

submission deadline 25 Apr 2026 | Viewed by 32 | Submission Open

Keywords: carbon nanomaterials; polymer nanocomposites; graphene; carbon nanotubes; functionalization; interfacial interactions; mechanical properties; electrical properties; optoelectronics; sensors

(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Composites and Nanocomposites)

Polymer Films in Photovoltaic Devices: Modification Towards Higher Efficiency and Stability

edited by

Bożena Jarza̧bek

submission deadline 25 Apr 2026 | Viewed by 17 | Submission Open

Keywords: polymer solar cells; perovskite solar cells; thin films; efficiency; stability; morphology; interfacial layers; encapsulation; degradation

(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Membranes and Films)

Engineering and Medical Polymer Additive Manufacturing: Current and Future Trends

edited by

Rui F. Martins

and

Ricardo Branco

submission deadline 30 Apr 2026 | 2 articles | Viewed by 2682 | Submission Open

Keywords: additive manufacturing; polymers; engineering and medical applications; quality and safety; sustainability

(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Processing and Engineering)

Smart Polymers and Composites in Multifunctional Systems

edited by

Denise Bellisario

submission deadline 30 Apr 2026 | 1 articles | Viewed by 1221 | Submission Open

Keywords: smart materials; stimuli-responsive polymers and composites; multifunctional structures; shape memory; self-healing; phase-change materials; polymer nanocomposites; multicomponent polymer systems; energy harvesting; smart sensing and actuation

(This special issue belongs to the Section Smart and Functional Polymers)

Extraction and Resource Utilization of Biomass Waste for Derived Polymers

edited by

Ria Aniza

and Anélie Pétrissans

submission deadline 30 Apr 2026 | Viewed by 458 | Submission Open

Keywords: biomass waste valorization; bio-based polymers; polysaccharides (cellulose; hemicellulose; lignin; starch; pectin); chitin and chitosan; protein-based biopolymers (collagen; gelatin; keratin); polylactic acid (PLA) and Polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHA/PHB); biodegradable plastics; circular economy; sustainable material science; advanced biomaterials

(This special issue belongs to the Section Biobased and Biodegradable Polymers)

Structure-Property Relationship of Polymer Nanocomposite Films and Coatings

edited by

Barbara Hajduk

submission deadline 30 Apr 2026 | Viewed by 419 | Submission Open

Keywords: inorganic nanoparticles; inorganic wires; polymer films; polymer coatings; optical properties; thermal properties; mechanical properties; polymer-nanoadditive interaction; structural properties; morphology

(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Membranes and Films)

Structure-Property Relationship in Oriented Polymer Nanocomposites

edited by

José Manuel Mata-Padilla

and

Carlos Alberto Avila-Orta

submission deadline 30 Apr 2026 | Viewed by 410 | Submission Open

Keywords: molecular orientation; nanoparticle orientation; crystalline orientation; anisotropic interfaces; polymer fibers or textiles; 3D printing; SAXS/WAXS; electrical properties; thermal properties; mechanical properties

(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Composites and Nanocomposites)

Polymer-Based Coatings for Corrosion Protection

edited by

Xu Zhang

submission deadline 30 Apr 2026 | Viewed by 91 | Submission Open

Keywords: polymer coatings; corrosion protection; epoxy; polyurethane; polymer matrix composite; nanomaterials; corrosion inhibitors; durability; environmental impact

(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)

Fire Retardant Polymer Bio-Composite Foams: Preparation, Properties, and Applications

edited by

Guowei Chen

submission deadline 30 Apr 2026 | Viewed by 85 | Submission Open

Keywords: bio-composites; polymer foam; fire retardancy; bio-based materials; natural fibers; thermal insulation; sustainability; recyclability

(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Analysis and Characterization)

Functional Polymers for Catalysts

edited by

Deshetti Jampaiah

and Paramita Koley

submission deadline 30 Apr 2026 | Viewed by 62 | Submission Open

Keywords: polymer-supported catalysts; functionalized polymers; immobilized catalysts; catalytic membranes; CO2 capture; photocatalysis; green hydrogen generation; electrocatalysis; pollutant degradation; water purification; environmental remediation; sustainable energy; waste valorization; green chemistry; continuous-flow catalysis

(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)

Additive Manufacturing and Molding of Polymer Systems

edited by

Jacek Andrzejewski

and Aminul Islam

submission deadline 30 Apr 2026 | Viewed by 45 | Submission Open

Keywords: plastic processing; additive manufacturing; flexible manufacturing; polymer blends/composites; material sustainability; tooling solutions; plastic waste management

(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Processing and Engineering)

Recent Trends in Polymer Processing for Additive Manufacturing

edited by

Rossella Arrigo

and

Alberto Frache

submission deadline 30 Apr 2026 | Viewed by 44 | Submission Open

Keywords: 3D printing; additive manufacturing methods and processing; processing optimization; polymer composites for AM; polymer blends for AM; processing-induced structuring; novel polymer-based materials for AM

(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Processing and Engineering)

Polymeric Materials in Tissue Engineering

edited by Daniel Canales

submission deadline 30 Apr 2026 | Viewed by 44 | Submission Open

Keywords: tissue engineering; polymeric materials; biomaterials; polymer nanocomposites; electrospinning; 3D printing; regenerative medicine; biodegradable scaffolds; bioactive compounds; surface functionalization

(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)

Additive Manufacturing of Polymer Materials: Processes, Multimaterial Systems, Qualification and Sustainability

edited by

Hany Hassanin

submission deadline 30 Apr 2026 | Viewed by 41 | Submission Open

Keywords: polymer AM; FFF/FDM; SLA/DLP/2PP; SLS/MJF/HSS; rheology and printability; interlayer welding; multimaterial and 4D printing; in-situ monitoring and metrology; digital twin & ML; recyclable/reprocessable feedstocks; DfAM; qualification and standards

(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Processing and Engineering)

Advanced Polymer Composites: Structure and Mechanical Properties

edited by

Onur Güler

Müslim Çelebi

and

Abdullah Hasan Karabacak

submission deadline 30 Apr 2026 | Viewed by 40 | Submission Open

Keywords: polymer composites; structure– property relationships; mechanical performance; interfacial engineering; 3D composites and architected materials ; fracture and fatigue; viscoelasticity and durability; multifunctional composites; sustainable and bio-based materials; advanced manufacturing and additive processes

(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Composites and Nanocomposites)

Innovation in Polymer Applications from the Perspective of Industry 5.0

edited by

Katarina Monkova

submission deadline 30 Apr 2026 | Viewed by 37 | Submission Open

Keywords: polymers; application; physical properties; quality; efficiency; polymers-based component production; life cycle management; safety; sustainability; environment

(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)

Mechanical Behaviors of Polymer and Polymer Composites

edited by

Zhuhua Tan

submission deadline 30 Apr 2026 | Viewed by 37 | Submission Open

Keywords: polymers; polymer composite materials; mechanical behavior; numerical model; deep learning method; measurement technique

(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Analysis and Characterization)

Polymer Fibers in Textile Industry

edited by

Lili Wang

submission deadline 30 Apr 2026 | Viewed by 36 | Submission Open

Keywords: high-performance fibers; bio-based polymer fibers; fiber processing; smart textiles; sustainable textiles; recycled and reused textiles; wearable technology; ecological dyeing and finishing technology; eco-functional textiles

(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Fibers)

Recent Advances in Chitosan and Its Applications

edited by

Larissa Nardini Carli

Cristiano da Silva Teixeira

Marcelo Giovanela

and

Tales da Silva Daitx

submission deadline 30 Apr 2026 | Viewed by 36 | Submission Open

Keywords: chitosan; hydrogels; films; coatings; fibers; nanostructures; biomaterials; scaffolds; formulations

(This special issue belongs to the Section Biobased and Biodegradable Polymers)

Thermoplastic Foams: Processing, Manufacturing, and Characterization, 2nd Edition

edited by

Anna Strąkowska

submission deadline 30 Apr 2026 | Viewed by 35 | 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 Processing and Engineering)

Polymeric Materials for Solar Cell Applications

edited by

Yung-Sheng Yen

submission deadline 30 Apr 2026 | Viewed by 35 | Submission Open

Keywords: polymer solar cells; organic photovoltaics (OPV); conjugated polymers; non-fullerene acceptors (NFAs); active layer morphology; charge transport; device stability; flexible solar cells; solution processing; interfacial engineering

(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)

Functional Biopolymers for Tissue Engineering

edited by

Carla Moura

and

Paula Ferreira

submission deadline 30 Apr 2026 | Viewed by 34 | Submission Open

Keywords: biomanufacturing; on‑demand fabrication; bioreactors; programmable microenvironments; synthetic morphogenesis; AI‑driven tissue engineering; functional polymeric inks; decellularized ECM; electro‑bio interfaces; bioelectronics

(This special issue belongs to the Section Biobased and Biodegradable Polymers)

Chitosan and Its Composite Materials for Biomedical Applications

edited by Gladys Granero

submission deadline 30 Apr 2026 | Viewed by 34 | Submission Open

Keywords: chitosan materials; composite chitosan materials; drug delivery systems; wound healing; tissue engineering; biosensors; genetic delivery systems; surface coatings for medical applications

(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)

Computational Modeling of Polymer Composites and Nanocomposites

edited by Zhaoxu Meng and Zhangke Yang

submission deadline 30 Apr 2026 | Viewed by 33 | Submission Open

Keywords: computational modeling; polymer composites; nanocomposites; composition-structure-property relationship; heterogeneity and anisotropy; coarse-grained molecular dynamics; multiscale modeling; chemo-thermo-mechanical coupling; inverse design

(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Composites and Nanocomposites)

Polyurethane Functionalization and Recycling

edited by

Joanna Liszkowska

submission deadline 30 Apr 2026 | Viewed by 30 | Submission Open

Keywords: polyurethane; polyisocyanurate; foam; polyurethane elastomers; rigid foams; flexible foams; polyurethane composites; functionalization; recycling; biodegradation; thermal properties; sustainability

(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Composites and Nanocomposites)

Sustainable Polymer Materials for Pavement Applications

edited by Jiasheng Dai

submission deadline 30 Apr 2026 | Viewed by 28 | Submission Open

Keywords: sustainable polymers; pavement materials; polymer-modified asphalt; bio-based binders; recycled polymers; self-healing materials; life cycle assessment; green construction

(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)

3D Printing Polymers: Design and Applications

edited by

Paul F. Egan

submission deadline 30 Apr 2026 | Viewed by 27 | Submission Open

Keywords: design; 3D printing; additive manufacturing; polymers; applications; engineering; functional materials; mechanics; lattices; devices; healthcare; aerospace; automotive; electronics; foods

(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)

Polymer Electrode Materials for Energy Storage

edited by

Juan J. Parajo

Renata Costa

and

Josefa Salgado

submission deadline 30 Apr 2026 | Viewed by 24 | Submission Open

Keywords: polymer; flexible; battery; supercapacitor; carbon materials; energy storage; electrochemical performance; bio-based materials

(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)

Thermo-Mechanical and Physical Behavior of Advanced Polymeric Materials

edited by

Iurii Vozniak

submission deadline 30 Apr 2026 | Viewed by 24 | Submission Open

Keywords: polymeric materials; thermo-mechanical behavior; physical properties; viscoelasticity; thermal stability; fracture and fatigue; polymer composites; nanostructured polymers; modelling and simulation; structure– property relationships

(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Analysis and Characterization)

Advances in Functional Polymers for Soil and Wastewater Treatment

edited by

Magdalena Czemierska

and

Anna Jarosz-Wilkołazka

submission deadline 30 Apr 2026 | Viewed by 22 | Submission Open

Keywords: polymers; soil pollution; wastewater; environment; microorganisms; heavy metals; flocculation; sorption; bioremediation; biodegradation

(This special issue belongs to the Section Smart and Functional Polymers)

Advances in Polymer Based, Structured Liquid Systems

edited by

Róbert Mészáros

submission deadline 30 Apr 2026 | Viewed by 21 | Submission Open

Keywords: polymer-based ATPS systems; emulsions; bijels; structured liquids; all-in-liquid constructs; interfacial polymer assemblies

(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Chemistry)

Advances in Plasma Processes of Polymers

edited by

Tomasz Czapka

and

Andrea Zille

submission deadline 30 Apr 2026 | Viewed by 21 | Submission Open

Keywords: plasma polymerisation; plasma treatment; plasma surface modification; polymer activation; electrospun nanofibers; materials characterisation; biodegradable polymers; functional polymers; electronic/biomedical applications

(This special issue belongs to the Section Smart and Functional Polymers)

Polymeric Materials for Drug Delivery Applications—2nd Edition

edited by

Maria D. Rikkou-Kalourkoti

submission deadline 30 Apr 2026 | Viewed by 21 | Submission Open

Keywords: polymeric materials; targeted delivery; controlled release; drug delivery systems; therapeutic efficacy; polymeric micelles; polymer prodrugs; smart polymers

(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)

Natural Biopolymers for Biomedical Applications

edited by

Catalina Natalia Cheaburu-Yilmaz

submission deadline 30 Apr 2026 | Viewed by 20 | Submission Open

Keywords: biopolymers; nanocellulose; lignocellulosic biomass; polylactic acid (PLA); microbial biosynthesis; green chemistry; bioceramics; natural fibers; bioactive compounds; tissue engineering; drug delivery; circular economy; sustainable materials; biotechnologicy

(This special issue belongs to the Section Biobased and Biodegradable Polymers)

Cellulose Functionalization and High-Value Utilization

edited by

Luísa M. Ferreira

and

Ricardo Chagas

submission deadline 30 Apr 2026 | Viewed by 20 | Submission Open

Keywords: cellulose functionalization; surface modification; chemical derivatization; green chemistry; scale-up challenges; industrial utilization; renewable resources; sustainable polymers; functional materials

(This special issue belongs to the Section Biobased and Biodegradable Polymers)

Biodegradable Polymers for Medical Applications–Advances and Expectations

edited by Ismail Bilican and Murat Kaya

submission deadline 30 Apr 2026 | Viewed by 19 | Submission Open

Keywords: biodegradable polymers; medical applications; tissue engineering; drug delivery systems; biocompatibility; degradation kinetics; wound healing; immune response; sterilization; environmental sustainability

(This special issue belongs to the Section Biobased and Biodegradable Polymers)

Bio-Inspired Polymers: Synthesis, Properties and Applications, 2nd Edition

edited by

Li Guo

submission deadline 30 Apr 2026 | Viewed by 19 | Submission Open

Keywords: bio-inspired polymers; structure– property study; synthetic methods; biocompatible materials; biodegradable materials; smart polymers; molecular design; stimuli responding; characterization

(This special issue belongs to the Section Biobased and Biodegradable Polymers)

Polymers for Solid-State Energy Devices

edited by

Sheng-Heng Chung

submission deadline 30 Apr 2026 | Viewed by 18 | Submission Open

Keywords: electrochemistry; polymers; polymer solid-state electrolytes; solid-state batteries; solid-state supercapacitors; functional polymers

(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)

Sustainable Polymers from Waste and Renewable Sources

edited by

R. F. Mendes

submission deadline 30 Apr 2026 | Viewed by 18 | Submission Open

Keywords: polymer recycling; biodegradable polymers; bio-based polymers; lignocellulosic fibers; nanocellulose reinforcement; polymer composites; biopolymer blends; sustainable polymer processing; renewable feedstocks; circular economy

(This special issue belongs to the Section Circular and Green Sustainable Polymer Science)

Advances in Polymer Gels: Properties, Design, and Applications

edited by

Hakan Erdogan

submission deadline 30 Apr 2026 | Viewed by 16 | Submission Open

Keywords: polymer gels; biopolymer gels; bioinspired polymer gels; structure– property relationships; synthesis and characterization methods; biocompatible gels; biodegradable gels; smart polymer gels; molecular design of gels; stimuli-responsive gels

(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Networks and Gels)

Advanced Elastomer Materials and Functional Devices

edited by

Zhenhao Xi

, Qi Zhang and Jie Jiang

submission deadline 30 Apr 2026 | Viewed by 16 | Submission Open

Keywords: smart materials; soft robotics; wearable electronics; self-healing materials; shape-memory polymers; dielectric elastomers; biomedical devices; nanocomposites; stretchable sensors

(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Chemistry)

Advanced Polymeric Films for Functional Applications

edited by

Teresa Cuberes

submission deadline 30 Apr 2026 | Viewed by 15 | Submission Open

Keywords: polymer nanocomposites; structure– property relationships; functional applications; crystallinity degree; cross-linking density; supramolecular organization; fractal-like morphologies; drug delivery; nanogenerators; water purification

(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Membranes and Films)

Next-Generation Biomaterials from Polysaccharides: Green, Functional, and Biomedical

edited by

Lidija Fras Zemljič

and

Matej Bracic

submission deadline 30 Apr 2026 | Viewed by 15 | Submission Open

Keywords: polysaccharide; biomaterial; biomedicine; drug delivery; coating; electrospinning; hydrogel; scaffold; tissue engineering; sustainability lease

(This special issue belongs to the Section Biobased and Biodegradable Polymers)

Novel Nanoparticles and Their Enhanced Polymer Composites, 3rd Edition

edited by

Yuwei Chen

and

Yumin Xia

submission deadline 30 Apr 2026 | Viewed by 11 | Submission Open

Keywords: cellulose; graphene; carbon black; particle-reinforced polymer; polymer matrix; conductive particle/polymer composites; multifunctional polymer composites; enhanced properties of composites

(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Composites and Nanocomposites)

Synthesis, Characterization and Applications of Bio-Based Polymer Materials

edited by

Marwa Tallawi

submission deadline 30 Apr 2026 | Viewed by 10 | Submission Open

Keywords: bio-based polymers; sustainable materials; mechanical properties; polymer characterization; renewable feedstocks

(This special issue belongs to the Section Biobased and Biodegradable Polymers)

Application and Development of Polymeric Materials in Electrochemistry

edited by

Jongho Kim

submission deadline 30 Apr 2026 | Viewed by 9 | Submission Open

Keywords: polymeric materials; electrochemistry; electrolytes; conductive polymers; energy storage

(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Chemistry)

Polymer Fibers: Strength, Durability, Sustainability, and Innovation Across Industries

edited by

Fatemeh Ajalloueian

submission deadline 30 Apr 2026 | Viewed by 1 | Submission Open

Keywords: polymer micro/nanofibers; functional nanofibers; advanced fabrication; functionalization; nanofiber composites; biomedical applications; drug delivery; tissue engineering

(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Fibers)

Sustainable Polymer Pathways in Advanced Textile Development

edited by

Ali Fazli

and Ahmad Ibrahim

submission deadline 30 Apr 2026 | Submission Open

Keywords: sustainable polymers; advanced textiles; textile engineering; smart textiles; functional coatings; fiber fabrication; eco-friendly textiles

(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Fibers)

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