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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Biocompatible and Biodegradable Polymers for Medical Applications II
edited by and
submission deadline 31 Dec 2024 | 7 articles | Viewed by 6132 | Submission Open
Keywords: biodegradable polymers; biomaterials; natural polymeric biomaterials; synthetic polymeric biomaterials; tissue engineering; drug delivery
(This special issue belongs to the Section Biomacromolecules, Biobased and Biodegradable Polymers)
Scientific Machine Learning for Polymeric Materials submission deadline 31 Dec 2024 | 4 articles | Viewed by 5505 | Submission Open
Keywords: scientific machine learning; physics-based deep learning; physics-guided neural networks; physics-informed neural networks; polymer simulation; viscoelastic fluids
(This special issue belongs to the Section Smart and Functional Polymers)
Shape Memory Polymer Materials submission deadline 31 Dec 2024 | 4 articles | Viewed by 4829 | 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)
New Advances in Polymer Electrospun Fibers submission deadline 31 Dec 2024 | 3 articles | Viewed by 4287 | Submission Open
Keywords: electrospinning; spun nanofibers; polymers; nanocomposite; nanofibrous materials; nanostructures; nanoparticles; functionalized nanofibers
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Fibers)
Flame-Retardant Polymer Composites II submission deadline 31 Dec 2024 | 4 articles | Viewed by 4283 | 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)
Advance in Molecularly Imprinted Polymers II
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submission deadline 31 Dec 2024 | 2 articles | Viewed by 4047 | Submission Open
Keywords: molecularly imprinted polymers; molecular imprinting; molecular recognition; functional polymers; functional monomers; selective interactions; separation techniques; solid-phase extraction; drug delivery; sensing; ion imprinting
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)
State of the Art and Perspectives of Polymer Science and Technology in China submission deadline 31 Dec 2024 | 5 articles | Viewed by 3940 | Submission Open
(This special issue belongs to the Section Innovation of Polymer Science and Technology)
Multiscale–Multiphysics Modelling and Characterisation of Multiphase Polymer-Based Bituminous Materials
edited by Yangming Gao, Eman L. Omairey, Chonghui Wang and
submission deadline 31 Dec 2024 | 4 articles | Viewed by 3785 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymer-based bituminous materials; multiphase; multiscale; multiphysics; machine learning; modification mechanisms; durability; resilience; recycling
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Analysis and Characterization)
Feature Papers in Biomacromolecules, Biobased and Biodegradable Polymers, 3rd Edition submission deadline 31 Dec 2024 | 3 articles | Viewed by 3184 | Submission Open
Keywords: biomass; biobased monomers; eco-friendly polymers; biomacromolecules; biobased polymers; biodegradable polymers; polymer applications
(This special issue belongs to the Section Biomacromolecules, Biobased and Biodegradable Polymers)
Advanced Cellulose Polymers and Derivatives
edited by , Andréa Fernanda de Santana Costa and Italo José Batista Durval
submission deadline 31 Dec 2024 | 3 articles | Viewed by 2934 | 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 Biomacromolecules, Biobased and Biodegradable Polymers)
Carbohydrate Biopolymers
edited by Saikun Pan, Junjie Zhang, Rui Duan and
submission deadline 31 Dec 2024 | 2 articles | Viewed by 2614 | Submission Open
Keywords: carbohydrate biopolymer; carbohydrate film; coating; fiber and gel; biomacromolecules and functional materials; polymer characterization; carbohydrate properties
(This special issue belongs to the Section Biomacromolecules, Biobased and Biodegradable Polymers)
Clever Microorganisms in Biotechnology: From Wastes to High-Value Biopolymers submission deadline 31 Dec 2024 | 1 articles | Viewed by 1961 | Submission Open
Keywords: pure/mixed cultures; metabolic engineering; wastes; bacterial cellulose; exopolysaccharides; dextran; alginates; biopolymers
(This special issue belongs to the Section Biomacromolecules, Biobased and Biodegradable Polymers)
Functional Polymeric Materials for Engineering and Environmental Applications
edited by and Jian Shen
submission deadline 31 Dec 2024 | 2 articles | Viewed by 1785 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymer-based materials; synthesis; physics; and analysis; concept and creative design of polymer-based devices; functional polymeric materials
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)
Novel Conjugated Polymers and Conductive Polymers
edited by Yanhua Lei and Kai Sun
submission deadline 31 Dec 2024 | 1 articles | Viewed by 1594 | Submission Open
Keywords: conducting polymer; conjugated polymers; application; functional materials; composites
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Physics and Theory)
Polymer for Sustainable Construction—Recent Trends and Future Perspectives submission deadline 31 Dec 2024 | 1 articles | Viewed by 1480 | 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)
Characteristics and Applications of Fiber Reinforced Polymer Composites
edited by Alcides Lopes Leão
submission deadline 31 Dec 2024 | 2 articles | Viewed by 1139 | Submission Open
Keywords: hollow fiber; nanofiber; filled fiber; functionalized fiber; single- and multilayered fibers; nanocomposite fiber; fiber-based membrane; fiber formation; fiber characterization (e.g.; thermal; electronic; mechanical; magnetic; and superconducting properties); applications of fibers in different fields (liquid or gas separation; filtration; water treatment; such as desalination; energy production; tissue engineering scaffolds; chemical and bio-protective membranes; superabsorbent media; drug delivery; electronic packaging; structural toughening/reinforcement; sensors; fuel cells; etc.)
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Composites and Nanocomposites)
High-Performance Fiber-Reinforced Polymer Composites
edited by
submission deadline 31 Dec 2024 | 1 articles | Viewed by 1133 | Submission Open
Keywords: tailored structures; structural battery; interface debonding; structural composites; fiber surface treatment; fiber-reinforced polymer matrix; ultra-low-temperature environment
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Composites and Nanocomposites)
Cellulose and Its Derivatives: Applications, and Future Perspectives II
edited by
submission deadline 31 Dec 2024 | 2 articles | Viewed by 1035 | Submission Open
Keywords: cellulose; organic acid pretreatment; dissolving pulp; enzymolysis; nanocellulose; modification
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)
New Insight into Polymer Dynamics
edited by
submission deadline 31 Dec 2024 | 1 articles | Viewed by 873 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymer dielectrics; first-principle calculation; molecular dynamics; electrical insulation; cable accessory elastomer; polyethylene; polypropylene; epoxy resin; silicone rubber; chemical modification; polymer– matrix nanocomposite
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Physics and Theory)
Thermoplastic Foams: Processing, Manufacturing, and Characterization
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submission deadline 31 Dec 2024 | 1 articles | Viewed by 775 | 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)
Advances in Polymer Processing Technologies: In Honor of Prof. Dr. Geoffrey Robert Mitchell’s 75th Birthday submission deadline 31 Dec 2024 | Viewed by 644 | Submission Open
Keywords: technologies using photoactive polymers; the use of electric and magnetic fields; stress/strain-induced transitions; in situ time-resolving characterisation of polymer processing; X-ray scattering; neutron scattering; muon spectroscopy; computational modelling; additive manufacturing; 3D printing; stereolithography; selective laser melting; powder bed methods; fibre spinning; spin coating; dip coating; electrochemistry; electrostatic spraying; digital twins; digitalisation; injection moulding; hot pressing; sheet forming; vacuum forming; film blowing; uniaxial and biaxial deformation; shear flow; polymer crystallization from isotropic and anisotropic melts; electrospinning; force spinning; nanostructured surfaces
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Processing and Engineering)
Polymer Coatings for High-Performance Applications
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submission deadline 31 Dec 2024 | 1 articles | Viewed by 515 | Submission Open
Keywords: coatings; synthetic polymers; natural polymers; high-performance coatings; biomaterials
(This special issue belongs to the Section Smart and Functional Polymers)
Preparation of Polymer Materials via Electrospinning Technology
edited by
submission deadline 31 Dec 2024 | Viewed by 388 | Submission Open
Keywords: electrospinning; nanofibers; high-throughput; characterization; filtration; composites; medical application; energy generation; wearables
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Processing and Engineering)
Polymer Materials for Construction
edited by Xinxing Zhou
submission deadline 31 Dec 2024 | Viewed by 276 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymer materials in civil and environment engineering; polymer-modified asphalt; polymer grouting materials
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Processing and Engineering)
Innovations in Polymer Composites for Sustainable Energy Harvesting and Environmental Applications submission deadline 31 Dec 2024 | Viewed by 258 | Submission Open
Keywords: piezoelectric polymer composites; electrospinning; polymeric nanofibers; ferroelectric polymer composites; multiferroic polymer composites; dielectric polymeric materials; thin films; conductive polymers; biodegradable polymers; optoelectronic polymers; polymer-based sensors
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Composites and Nanocomposites)
Versatile Polymers for Batteries II
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submission deadline 31 Dec 2024 | Viewed by 256 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymer interface layer; polymer electrolytes; polymer template; redox-active polymer; self-healing polymer; next-generation batteries; multifunctional polymer; polymer modification; binder; separator
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)
Natural Lignocellulosic Fiber Reinforced Polymer Composites
edited by Fabiola Vilaseca, and
submission deadline 31 Dec 2024 | Viewed by 200 | Submission Open
Keywords: natural fibre composites; lignocellulosic fibres; biodegradable matrices; bio-based polymers; interphase; mechanical properties; characterization of composites; micromechanics; life cycle assessment; circular economy
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Composites and Nanocomposites)
Biomedical Applications of Polymer and Composite Based Additive Manufacturing, 2nd Edition submission deadline 31 Dec 2024 | Viewed by 200 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymer-based materials; development; synthesis; physics; and analysis; additive manufacturing; polymers; composites; 3D/4D printing; functional polymeric materials; clinical applications of 3D/4D printing; medical device development; bio-based polymeric materials; 3D/4D polymeric scaffolds; biomaterials; mechanical characterization; structural characterization; bioprinting; scaffolds; medical devices and implants
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Processing and Engineering)
Advances in Polymer Devices and Sensors
edited by Gabriela Ferreira de Vasconcelos Martins, and Joana Rafaela Lara Guerreiro
submission deadline 31 Dec 2024 | Viewed by 154 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymerization; sensor fabrication; smart materials; polymer nanocomposites; biocompatible polymers; polymer-based diagnostics; polymer nanoparticles; micro/nanofabrication; printed sensors; polymer nanofibers
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)
Polymer Materials and Modifying Additives submission deadline 31 Dec 2024 | Viewed by 133 | Submission Open
Keywords: UV stabilizers; antioxidants; fillers; reinforcers; nucleating agents; plasticizers; impact modifiers; flame retardants; lubricants; crosslinkers
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)
Recent Advances in Biodegradable Polymers for Medical Applications
edited by and Qiang Zhang
submission deadline 31 Dec 2024 | Viewed by 122 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymers; antimicrobial activity; drug delivery; tissue engineering; wound dressing; wound healing; 3D scaffolds; medical applications
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)
Polymers for Cryogenic Temperatures for Space and On-Ground Applications
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submission deadline 31 Dec 2024 | Viewed by 97 | Submission Open
Keywords: insulation; foam materials; brittleness; cryo-shock; liquefied gasses; future hydrogen energy; space propulsion; barrier properties
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)
Organometallic Catalysis for Polymerization
edited by and
submission deadline 31 Dec 2024 | Viewed by 88 | Submission Open
Keywords: organometallic chemistry; catalyst; polymerization; mechanism; novel polymers; structure– property relationship
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Physics and Theory)
Plasma Processing of Polymers, 2nd Edition submission deadline 31 Dec 2024 | Viewed by 70 | Submission Open
Keywords: plasma techniques for deposition and polymerization; plasma diagnostics in polymerizable gases; plasma treatment of polymers; applications of plasma polymers; 3R in plasma polymers
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Processing and Engineering)
High-Performance Functional Polymer Coatings
edited by Yanli Wang and Xiaohong Ji
submission deadline 31 Dec 2024 | Viewed by 56 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymer coating; preparation; property; characterization; modification; application
(This special issue belongs to the Section Smart and Functional Polymers)
Fiber Reinforced Polymers: Manufacture, Properties and Applications
edited by and Bolcu Dumitru
submission deadline 31 Dec 2024 | Viewed by 55 | Submission Open
Keywords: the manufacturing process of fiber-reinforced polymers; mechanical properties; chemical properties.
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Composites and Nanocomposites)
Advanced Preparation and Application of Cellulose: 2nd Edition submission deadline 31 Dec 2024 | Viewed by 53 | Submission Open
Keywords: cellulose; nanocellulose; energy storage; water purification; packaging; food; filtration
(This special issue belongs to the Section Circular and Green Polymer Science)
Research on Polymer Simulation, Modeling and Computation: 2nd Edition submission deadline 31 Dec 2024 | Viewed by 49 | Submission Open
Keywords: soft matter dynamics; molecular dynamics simulation; polymer physics; rheology and mechanics; multi-scale modeling of polymers
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Physics and Theory)
Piezoelectric Polymers and Devices
edited by Xi Yuan and Xuefan Zhou
submission deadline 31 Dec 2024 | Viewed by 42 | Submission Open
Keywords: piezoelectric polymer; polymer/ceramic composite; piezoelectric film; flexible piezoelectric device; structural modification
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Processing and Engineering)
Advanced Epoxy-Based Materials, 5th Edition
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submission deadline 31 Dec 2024 | Viewed by 40 | Submission Open
Keywords: thermoset polymers; epoxy composites; nanocomposites; synthesis; functionalization; characterization; electronic packaging; automotive; aerospace
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)
Polymeric Materials and Their Application in 3D Printing, 2nd Edition submission deadline 31 Dec 2024 | Viewed by 39 | Submission Open
Keywords: 3D printing; thermoplastic polymers; thermoset polymers; polymeric (nano)composites; additive manufacturing methods and processing; mechanical properties; transport applications; medical applications; rapid prototyping; 3D printing design solutions
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)
Celebrating the 75th Anniversary of Dalian University of Technology
edited by , Fangyuan Hu, Xuefei Leng and Ning Ma
submission deadline 31 Dec 2024 | Viewed by 36 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymer synthesis; polymer structure and properties; polymer materials application; polymer theoretical and simulation studies; functional polymer materials
(This special issue belongs to the Section Innovation of Polymer Science and Technology)
Biopolymers for Medical Applications: From Drug Delivery to Tissue Engineering
edited by , and Clara López-Iglesias
submission deadline 31 Dec 2024 | Viewed by 33 | Submission Open
Keywords: biopolymer; tissue engineering; wound healing; mechanical response; aerogels; 3D printing; conductive polymers; nanocarriers; nanotechnology; smart drug delivery; green technology
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)
Polymers in Wood Composites: Revolutionizing Eco-Friendly Materials for a Sustainable Future
edited by
submission deadline 31 Dec 2024 | Viewed by 33 | Submission Open
Keywords: wood; wood-based materials; biobased wood adhesives; advanced formaldehyde-based wood adhesives; binderless wood composites; biopolymer composites; sustainable biocomposites; lignocellulosic composites; reinforced composite structures; natural-fiber-reinforced polymer composites; waste and by-product valorization; cascading use of wood products; sustainable biocomposites; circular bioeconomy
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Composites and Nanocomposites)
Advanced 3D-Printed Biopolymer-Based Composites
edited by
submission deadline 31 Dec 2024 | Viewed by 15 | Submission Open
Keywords: additive manufacturing; biopolymers; biocomposites; filament improvement; functional materials; 3D printing technologies; structural design
(This special issue belongs to the Section Biomacromolecules, Biobased and Biodegradable Polymers)
Sustainable Polymers: Synthesis and Applications
edited by , and Goldie Harikrishna Oza
submission deadline 31 Dec 2024 | Viewed by 9 | Submission Open
Keywords: sustainability; innovation; polymers; applications
(This special issue belongs to the Section Circular and Green Polymer Science)
Synthesis, Processing, Structure and Properties of Polymer Materials II submission deadline 15 Jan 2025 | 15 articles | Viewed by 29070 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymer synthesis; polymer characterization; polymer composites; polymeric structures; chemical and physical properties; mechanical properties; thermal properties; hybrid polymer materials; cross-linked polymers; aging of polymers; polymer processing
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Composites and Nanocomposites)
Design and Sustainability: Polymer Composites via Additive Manufacturing
edited by Yesong Wang, Zhongsen Zhang, Kunkun Fu and
submission deadline 15 Jan 2025 | Viewed by 27 | Submission Open
Keywords: additive manufacturing; 3D printing; polymer composites; short-fiber composites; continuous-fiber composites; mechanical behavior; modeling and simulation; failure mode
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Processing and Engineering)
Additive Manufacturing of Polymer Composites II
edited by
submission deadline 20 Jan 2025 | 2 articles | Viewed by 1920 | Submission Open
Keywords: additive manufacturing technology; three-dimensional-printed fibre and polymer matrix systems; modelling and analysis: finite element; discrete element; material characterisation; constitutive modelling
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Composites and Nanocomposites)
Nanomaterials Template for Organic or Composite Polymers in Biomedical Application III
edited by
submission deadline 25 Jan 2025 | 4 articles | Viewed by 3862 | Submission Open
Keywords: biomaterials; composites; nanomaterials; micelles; hydrogels; biodegradable; apatite; drug delivery; slow release; scaffold; tissue regeneration; biocompatibility; delivery; antibacterial; therapy; nanoparticle manufacture and processing
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)
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