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Multiscale Modeling of Polymeric Systems for Time-Dependent Nonlinear Properties

edited by

Hyeonu Heo

and

Md Salah Uddin

submission deadline 10 Dec 2025 | 1 articles | Viewed by 612 | Submission Open

Keywords: multiscale modeling; molecular dynamics; bridging techniques: time gap; hysteresis; viscoelastic; hyperelastic; strain-rate dependency; constitutive modeling

(This special issue belongs to the Section Artificial Intelligence in Polymer Science)

Electrospinning of Polymer Systems

edited by Linge Wang,

Paul Topham

and Qianqian Yu

submission deadline 15 Dec 2025 | 5 articles | Viewed by 7755 | Submission Open

Keywords: electrospinning; polymer nanofibres; nanofibrous membranes; biomedicine and healthcare; tissue engineering; drug delivery; fuel cells and thermal storage; textiles and fabrics; sensors; hybrid materials

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

Advances in the Thermal Characterization of Polymers and Plastic Waste

edited by

Stefano Vecchio Ciprioti

submission deadline 15 Dec 2025 | 2 articles | Viewed by 804 | Submission Open

Keywords: thermal behavior; thermal stability; glass transitions; crystallization; pyrolysis; pyrolysis kinetics; plastic waste; polymer fibers; physical aging

(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Physics and Theory)

Recent Progress in Surface Treatment for Polymer Materials by Plasmas

edited by

Andrei Vasile Nastuta

submission deadline 15 Dec 2025 | Viewed by 62 | Submission Open

Keywords: atmospheric pressure plasmas; plasma jets; plasma-treated polymer surfaces; surface characterization; atomic force microscopy; adhesion; surface energy; and work of adhesion; surface morphology; additive manufacturing of polymers; mechanical properties

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

Lignin-Based Polymers

edited by

Biljana Bujanovic

submission deadline 20 Dec 2025 | Viewed by 98 | Submission Open

Keywords: lignin isolation; characterization; nanolignin; lignin functionalization; lignin-based composites; bioplastics; adhesives; coatings; biomedical applications

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

Advancements in Fused Deposition Modeling 3D Printing of Polymers: Material Properties and Thermal Behavior

edited by

Babak Eslami

and

Saeed Tiari

submission deadline 20 Dec 2025 | Viewed by 64 | 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)

Advances in Natural Fiber-Polymer Composites

edited by

Marcin Masłowski

submission deadline 25 Dec 2025 | 1 articles | Viewed by 1455 | 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)

Smart and Bioactive Polymers for Next-Generation Biomedical Applications

edited by Sylwia Rodziewicz-Motowidło

submission deadline 25 Dec 2025 | Viewed by 17 | Submission Open

Keywords: smart polymers; bioactive materials; stimuli-responsive polymers; biodegradable scaffolds; drug delivery systems; tissue engineering; biofunctional coatings; regenerative medicine

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

Constitutive Modeling of Polymer Matrix Composites

edited by

Xiaoqiang Zhou

submission deadline 25 Dec 2025 | Viewed by 6 | Submission Open

Keywords: polymer matrix composites; constitutive modeling; multi-scale modeling; data-driven; machine learning; multi-physical coupling

(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Physics and Theory)

Recent Progress on Lignocellulosic-Based Polymeric Materials

edited by

Adrian C. Puiţel

and

Mircea Teodor Nechita

submission deadline 30 Dec 2025 | 3 articles | Viewed by 9295 | Submission Open

Keywords: lignocellulosic biomass; biomaterials; fractionation; sugars; biofuels; hemicelluloses; lignin; fine chemicals

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

Advances in Cellulose-Based Polymers and Composites, 2nd Edition

edited by

Carmen-Mihaela Popescu

and

Anamaria Irimia

submission deadline 31 Dec 2025 | 6 articles | Viewed by 12265 | Submission Open

Keywords: cellulose fibers; cellulose nanomaterials; bacterial cellulose; cellulose membranes; extraction methods; structural modification; cellulose-based (nano)composites; biomaterials; (bio)degradability; functional materials

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

Shape Memory Polymer Materials

edited by

Wenxin Wang

Fang Xie

and

Fengfeng Li

submission deadline 31 Dec 2025 | 5 articles | Viewed by 10021 | Submission Open

Keywords: shape memory polymers; 4D printing; smart structures; self-adaptive devices; finite element modelling; COMSOL simulation; macromolecules; self-healing polymers; metamaterials; solid mechanics

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

Innovative Materials Based on Natural Polymers: Synthesis, Characterization and Applications, 2nd Edition

edited by

Lacramioara Rusu

submission deadline 31 Dec 2025 | 3 articles | Viewed by 5989 | Submission Open

Keywords: natural polymers; biocomposite; biosorbent; immobilization; encapsulation; cellulose; membranes; environmental protection; medicine; cosmetic industry; food industry; biodegradable packaging

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

Advances in Polymers: From Fabrication Technologies to Applications in Biotechnology and Biomedicine

edited by

Anca Filimon

and

Lavinia Lupa

submission deadline 31 Dec 2025 | 4 articles | Viewed by 1644 | Submission Open

Keywords: polymer-based high-performance materials; polymer-based composites; bio-inspired and sustainable polymers; structure-property relationships; surface physics and chemistry; materials processing and design; electrospinning and 3D printing techniques; membranes; antimicrobial coatings; wearable sensors; environmental applications

(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)

Multifunctional Polymeric Formulations for Sustainable Food Packaging Applications, 2nd Edition

edited by

Marina Patricia Arrieta Dillon

Alejandra Torres

and

Mercedes Ana Peltzer

submission deadline 31 Dec 2025 | 2 articles | Viewed by 1529 | Submission Open

Keywords: food packaging; active packaging; intelligent packaging; edible polymers; biopolymers; biobased polymers; biodegradable polymers; recyclable polymers; recycled polymers; natural additives ; functional properties

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

State-of-the-Art Polymer Science and Technology in Romania (2024,2025)

edited by

Daniela Predoi

, Carmen Cîmpeanu,

Simona Liliana Iconaru

and

Carmen Steluta Ciobanu

submission deadline 31 Dec 2025 | 2 articles | Viewed by 1121 | Submission Open

Keywords: polymer innovations; polymer nanocomposites; biodegradable polymers; polymer-based materials engineering; biomedical applications of polymers; environmental remediation; industrial applications of polymers; packaging applications of polymers

(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)

Advances in Fracture and Failure of Polymers

edited by

Behzad Vasheghani Farahani

submission deadline 31 Dec 2025 | 1 articles | Viewed by 836 | 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)

New Horizons in Polymeric-Based Advanced Materials: Fracture and Mechanical Behavior

edited by

Diego Vergara

and

Antonio Del Bosque

submission deadline 31 Dec 2025 | Viewed by 242 | Submission Open

Keywords: fracture; toughness; fatigue; crack; damage; polymers; composites; failure analysis; advanced materials; durability

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

Advancements in Ion-Exchange Polymer Membranes: Microstructure Design, Performance Optimization, and Extreme Condition Applications

edited by Cong Feng

submission deadline 31 Dec 2025 | Viewed by 143 | Submission Open

Keywords: fuel cell; ionic polymer; crystal structure; ionic conductivity; thermal stability; atomic simulation; machine learning; high-temperature performance

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

Processing, Property and Application of Degradable Polymers and Polymeric Composites

edited by

Wen Lei

submission deadline 31 Dec 2025 | Viewed by 76 | Submission Open

Keywords: degradable; polymer; composite; processing; property; application

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

Advances in High-Performance Polymer Materials, 2nd Edition

edited by

Xingfeng Lei

submission deadline 31 Dec 2025 | Viewed by 32 | Submission Open

Keywords: polyimide space application; heat resistance; high impact resistance; polymer composites; hybrid polymers; engineering plastics; electromagnetic shielding; wave-transparent

(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)

Sustainable Polymer Materials for Industrial Applications

edited by

Laura Ricciotti

and

Raffaella Aversa

submission deadline 31 Dec 2025 | Viewed by 22 | Submission Open

Keywords: sustainable polymers; biopolymers; bio-based materials; recyclable materials; circular economy; nanostructured composites; smart materials; thermal insulation; mechanical performance; additive manufacturing; green chemistry; low-carbon materials; industrial applications; functional surfaces

(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)

Eco-Friendly Polyurethane Composites: From Material Innovations to Multifunctional Applications

edited by

Iwona Zarzyka

and

Dorota Głowacz-Czerwonka

submission deadline 31 Dec 2025 | Viewed by 16 | Submission Open

Keywords: polyurethanes; composites; nanocomposites; hybrid composites; nanofillers; structure– properties relationship; eco-friendly; strength; durability; thermal resistance; sustainability

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

Medical Application of Polymer-Based Composites, 5th Edition

edited by

Haw-Ming Huang

submission deadline 31 Dec 2025 | Viewed by 15 | Submission Open

Keywords: polymer composites; biomaterial; tissue engineering; biodegradable implants; dental-resin-based composites; wound-dressing composites; drug-releasing composites

(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)

Polymeric Materials Based on Graphene Derivatives and Composites

edited by

Mariapompea Cutroneo

submission deadline 31 Dec 2025 | Submission Open

Keywords: polymer– graphene composites; nanocomposites; flexible electronics; biomedical applications; graphene oxide

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

Polymeric Nanomaterials for Biomedical Application

edited by

Anderson Nogueira Mendes

submission deadline 31 Dec 2025 | Submission Open

Keywords: functional hydrogels; environmental remediation; nanotechnology; biomedical engineering; controlled release

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

Advances in Screw Processing of Polymeric Materials - In Memory of Professor James Lindsay White

edited by

Krzysztof Wilczyński

Andrzej Nastaj

Adrian Lewandowski

and

Krzysztof J. Wilczyński

submission deadline 31 Mar 2026 | 33 articles | Viewed by 158641 | Submission Open

Keywords: extrusion and injection molding; design and technology concepts; material; process and product interactions; modeling; simulation and optimization; CAD/CAE for designing extrusion dies and injection molds; polymeric materials; polyblends; composites

(This special issue belongs to the Section Innovation of Polymer Science and Technology)

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