Polymers

Polymers 2026: Trends, Innovation and Future

edited by

Sixun Zheng

,

Xu-Ming Xie

and

Dimitrios Bikiaris

submission deadline 31 Oct 2026 | Viewed by 1776 | Submission Open

Keywords: polymer synthesis; green sustainable polymers; polymer processing; polymer networks and gels; polymer composites; polymer applications; polymers and the environment; artificial intelligence in polymer science

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

Advanced Polymer Composites for Thermal Protection

edited by

Minxian Shi

submission deadline 31 Oct 2026 | 2 articles | Viewed by 1768 | Submission Open

Keywords: polymer-based composites; polymer-based thermal protection composites; ablative composites; thermal insulation composites; heat-resistant composites; fire-retardant composites; high-thermal-conductive polymer composites

(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)

Advanced Resin Matrix Composites: Synthesis, Characterization, Processing and Applications, 2nd Edition

edited by

Yizhuo Gu

and

Shaokai Wang

submission deadline 31 Oct 2026 | 1 articles | Viewed by 1740 | Submission Open

Keywords: fibers; thermoplastic resin; thermosetting resin; polymer matrix composites; interface/interphase; numerical analysis; process simulation; 3D printing; 4D printing

(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Chemistry)

Polyurethane Functionalization and Recycling

edited by

Joanna Liszkowska

submission deadline 31 Oct 2026 | 2 articles | Viewed by 1637 | 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)

Functional Biopolymer Composites for Advanced Biomedical Applications

edited by Adrián Esteban-Arranz and Carla Jiménez-Jiménez

submission deadline 31 Oct 2026 | 1 articles | Viewed by 1521 | Submission Open

Keywords: biopolymer; 3D printing; nanoparticles; drug delivery systems; biomedical application

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

Fabrication of Colouristic and Functional Polymers with Special Focus on the Sustainability and Efficiency

edited by

Yuyang Zhou

submission deadline 31 Oct 2026 | 1 articles | Viewed by 1421 | Submission Open

Keywords: polymer; modification; functionality; coloration; high-performance; sustainability; efficiency

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

Polymer Degradation and Aging: Mechanisms and Environmental Impacts

edited by

Nina Maria Ainali

and Alexandra Zamboulis

submission deadline 31 Oct 2026 | 2 articles | Viewed by 1410 | Submission Open

Keywords: polymer degradation; aging processes; biodegradation; microplastics and nanoplastics; environmental aging; weathering mechanisms; analytical characterization; polymer stability; environmental fate; sustainable polymers

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

Upcycling and Resource Recovery of Waste Polymers

edited by

Cristina Cazan

submission deadline 31 Oct 2026 | 2 articles | Viewed by 1397 | Submission Open

Keywords: waste polymers; polymer upcycling; resource recovery; circular economy; chemical recycling; depolymerization; thermochemical conversion; polymer valorization; recycled polymer composites; sustainable waste management

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

Advanced Polymeric Films for Functional Applications

edited by

Teresa Cuberes

submission deadline 31 Oct 2026 | 2 articles | Viewed by 1310 | 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)

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

edited by

Bożena Jarza̧bek

submission deadline 31 Oct 2026 | 2 articles | Viewed by 1292 | 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)

Sustainable Polymer for Green Packaging Application

edited by

Xiaoxue Jia

submission deadline 31 Oct 2026 | 1 articles | Viewed by 1125 | Submission Open

Keywords: sustainable polymers; bio-based materials; biodegradable packaging; active and intelligent packaging; food preservation; delivery systems; agri-food by-products valorization; artificial intelligence

(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)

Advances in Polymer Based, Structured Liquid Systems

edited by

Róbert Mészáros

submission deadline 31 Oct 2026 | 1 articles | Viewed by 1110 | 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)

Sustainable Bio-Based and Circular Polymers and Composites—2nd Edition

edited by Maria-Paraskevi Belioka,

George Z. Papageorgiou

and

Dimitris S. Achilias

submission deadline 31 Oct 2026 | 1 articles | Viewed by 1107 | 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 Sustainable Polymer Science)

Novel Nanoparticles and Their Enhanced Polymer Composites, 3rd Edition

edited by

Yuwei Chen

and

Yumin Xia

submission deadline 31 Oct 2026 | 1 articles | Viewed by 1082 | 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)

Wood and Wood-Based Composites: New Frontiers in Modification, Performance, and Sustainability, 2nd Edition

edited by

Jyh-Horng Wu

submission deadline 31 Oct 2026 | 1 articles | Viewed by 1034 | Submission Open

Keywords: wood and wood-based composites; environmentally friendly materials; modification; flame retardancy; physicomechanical properties; sustainability; durability; environmental exposure

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

Advances in Strengthening and Toughening of Carbon Fiber-Reinforced Polymer Composites

edited by

Yunfu Ou

submission deadline 31 Oct 2026 | 1 articles | Viewed by 1032 | Submission Open

Keywords: carbon fiber-reinforced polymer (CFRP); fracture toughness; delamination resistance; interlaminar strengthening; nanofiller modification; toughening mechanisms; fiber–matrix interface; hybrid composites; structural retrofitting; multiscale modeling

(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Fibers)

Advanced Polymeric Composites for Environmental Applications: Catalytic Remediation of Emerging Contaminants and Their Conversion into High-Value Products

edited by

Hugo Salazar

and Pedro Manuel Martins

submission deadline 31 Oct 2026 | 1 articles | Viewed by 996 | Submission Open

Keywords: polymers; composites; 2D materials; inorganics; emerging contaminants; conversion; photocatalysis; piezocatalysis; thermocatalysis; electrocatalysis

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

Advancements in Polymeric Materials for Precision Drug Delivery

edited by Jiaxiang Zhang

submission deadline 31 Oct 2026 | 1 articles | Viewed by 892 | Submission Open

Keywords: polymers; polymeric delivery systems; drug delivery; drug release; precision medicine; 3D printing

(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)

Structure-Property Relationship in Oriented Polymer Nanocomposites

edited by

José Manuel Mata-Padilla

and

Carlos Alberto Avila-Orta

submission deadline 31 Oct 2026 | Viewed by 870 | 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)

Advances in Polymers Additive Manufacturing

edited by

Gabriela Mǎrginean

and

Doina Frunzăverde

submission deadline 31 Oct 2026 | 1 articles | Viewed by 854 | Submission Open

Keywords: polymer additive manufacturing; high performance polymers; polymer composites; multi material printing; sustainable materials; bioprinting; process optimization; AI in AM; structure–property relationships; recyclability; advanced applications.

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

Polymer-Based Innovations for Sustainable and Resilient Pavements

edited by

Hao Wu

and

Weimin Song

submission deadline 31 Oct 2026 | 1 articles | Viewed by 808 | Submission Open

Keywords: polymer-modified asphalt; polymer-based binder; inorganic polymers; smart and functional polymer materials; waste plastic recycling; resilient pavements

(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)

Advanced Structures and Polymer Composites: From Microstructure to Structural Response

edited by

Mertol Tufekci

submission deadline 31 Oct 2026 | 1 articles | Viewed by 772 | Submission Open

Keywords: advanced structures; polymer composites; architected materials; lattice structures; additive manufacturing; multiscale modelling; structural dynamics; finite element analysis; damage and failure; mechanical performance

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

Polymer Electrode Materials for Energy Storage

edited by

Juan J. Parajo

,

Renata Costa

and

Josefa Salgado

submission deadline 31 Oct 2026 | 1 articles | Viewed by 732 | 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)

Advances in Smart Polymers

edited by Fenghua Zhang

submission deadline 31 Oct 2026 | 1 articles | Viewed by 554 | Submission Open

Keywords: smart polymers; smart structures; biomedical applications; 4D printing; composites

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

Sustainable Polymer Pathways in Advanced Textile Development

edited by

Ali Fazli

and Ahmad Ibrahim

submission deadline 31 Oct 2026 | Viewed by 539 | 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)

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

edited by

Lidija Fras Zemljič

and

Matej Bracic

submission deadline 31 Oct 2026 | Viewed by 476 | 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)

Polymer Materials for Thermal Management Systems

edited by

Beata Anwajler

and

Tullio de Rubeis

submission deadline 31 Oct 2026 | Viewed by 466 | Submission Open

Keywords: polymer composites; phase change materials (PCMs); polymeric phase change materials; thermal energy storage (TES); temperature-controlled materials; thermal management systems; sustainable buildings; additive manufacturing—3D printing; cold chain logistics; microencapsulation; energy efficiency

(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)

Innovation in Polymer Applications from the Perspective of Industry 5.0

edited by

Katarina Monkova

submission deadline 31 Oct 2026 | Viewed by 449 | 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)

Functional Biopolymers for Tissue Engineering

edited by

Carla Moura

and

Paula Ferreira

submission deadline 31 Oct 2026 | Viewed by 436 | 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)

Overviews on the Chemistry and Applications of Epoxy Resins

edited by

Evangelia Vouvoudi

submission deadline 31 Oct 2026 | Viewed by 406 | Submission Open

Keywords: epoxy ring; coatings; surface conservation; glass restoration; reinforced composites; crosslinked polymers; UV-polymerization; thermosetting; condensation polymerization; tertiary amines

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

Three-Dimensional Bioprinting of Biocompatible and Bioactive Hydrogels for Medical Applications

edited by

Stefano Leporatti

,

Alberto Portone

and

Laura Sercia

submission deadline 31 Oct 2026 | Viewed by 362 | Submission Open

Keywords: 3D bioprinting; hydrogels; tissue engineering; organ-on-chip; biomaterials; bioactive; biocompatible and smart materials

(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)

Polymeric Materials for Drug Delivery Applications—2nd Edition

edited by

Maria D. Rikkou-Kalourkoti

submission deadline 31 Oct 2026 | Viewed by 344 | 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)

Advances in Liquid Crystal Polymer Composites

edited by

Xinzheng Zhang

and Xiangkui Ren

submission deadline 31 Oct 2026 | Viewed by 338 | Submission Open

Keywords: liquid crystal polymers; supramolecular liquid crystal materials; polymer composites; stimuli-responsive materials; liquid crystal elastomers; polymer-stabilized liquid crystals; mechanical reinforcement; soft actuators

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

Polymer Fibers in Textile Industry

edited by

Lili Wang

submission deadline 31 Oct 2026 | Viewed by 331 | 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)

Biomass-Based Polymers and Composites: Alternatives to Petroleum-Based Plastics

edited by

,

,

and

submission deadline 31 Oct 2026 | Viewed by 277 | Submission Open

Keywords: biobased polymers; plastic alternatives; biomass-based hydrogels; biomass-based aerogels; lignin; cellulose; chitosan; starch; biodegradability; structure–property relationships; green packaging; flexible electronics

(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Chemistry)

Advances in Edible Films and Coatings Functionalized by Nanostructured Biopolymer Composites

edited by

Letricia Barbosa-Pereira

and

Sandra Mariño-Cortegoso

submission deadline 31 Oct 2026 | Viewed by 277 | Submission Open

Keywords: edible films; edible coatings; nanostructured biopolymer composites; biopolymer nanocomposites; sustainable food packaging; active food packaging; bioactive compounds; controlled release systems; barrier properties; food safety; circular economy

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

Polymer Composites: Structure, Properties and Processing, 3rd Edition

edited by

Ana Pilipović

submission deadline 31 Oct 2026 | Viewed by 272 | Submission Open

Keywords: polymer composites (polymer–polymer composites, polymer–metal composites, polymer–ceramics composites); fibre reinforced polymer composites; particle reinforced polymer composites; natural composites; structure and characterisation of composite; properties (mechanical, thermal, rheological, fatigue performance, ageing, etc.); simulation of processing and properties of composites; processing of composites; additive manufacturing of composites; recycling

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

Engineered Natural Polymers for Environmental Applications

edited by

Lacramioara Rusu

submission deadline 31 Oct 2026 | Viewed by 268 | Submission Open

Keywords: engineered natural polymers; biopolymers; biopolymer composites; polymer functionalization; biodegradable polymers; nanostructured biopolymers; microplastics removal; environmental remediation; water and wastewater treatment; sustainable materials; life cycle assessment (LCA) of polymers; circular bioeconomy

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

Advances in Identification and Characterization of Degraded Microplastics

edited by

Jose Manuel Cervantes-Uc

submission deadline 31 Oct 2026 | Viewed by 260 | Submission Open

Keywords: microplastics degradation; photodegradation; toxicity of degraded microplastics; microplastics identification; degraded microplastics

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

Wood-Based Polymer Materials and Composites

edited by Nilgün Kızılcan and Nesrin Köken

submission deadline 31 Oct 2026 | Viewed by 237 | Submission Open

Keywords: adhesives; bio-based materials; flame retardant; bioadhesives; particleboard; fiberboard; foams and lightweight materials; green chemistry; high performance polymers; interior particleboard products; low formaldehyde emission; thermoset resin; thermoplastic resin; organo silane; particleboard; polymer functionalizations; polyurethane; wood adhesive; wood-based panel industry; wood plastics

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

Advanced Polymeric Membrane Materials for Water Remediation

edited by Antonio Veloso-Fernández

submission deadline 31 Oct 2026 | Viewed by 231 | Submission Open

Keywords: polymeric membranes; water remediation; nanocomposite membranes; antifouling; desalination; sustainable polymers; wastewater treatment; membrane fabrication

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

Advances in Functionalized Polymer-Based Coatings for Environment, Energy and Sensing Applications

edited by Simona Filice

submission deadline 31 Oct 2026 | Viewed by 229 | Submission Open

Keywords: polymers; functional coating; sensing; filtration; environmental protection; advanced sensing systems; responsive and smart polymers; sustainable energy technologies

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

Preparation and Application of Polyurea/Polyurethane Functional Materials

edited by Ískender Yílgör

submission deadline 31 Oct 2026 | Viewed by 208 | Submission Open

Keywords: novel functional thermoplastic polyurethanes and polyureas (TPUs): synthesis and structure-property relations; TPUs based on natural products; polyurethane and polyurea hydrogels: preparation, properties, and applications; biomedical applications of polyurethanes; polyurethane membranes; polyurethane recycling

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

Thermoelectric Properties of Polymer-Based Composite Materials

edited by Shixian Zhang

submission deadline 31 Oct 2026 | Viewed by 185 | Submission Open

Keywords: thermoelectric; electrocaloric; mechanocaloric; solid-state cooling; waste heat recovery

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

Degradation and Stability of Polymer-Based Systems: 3rd Edition

edited by

Roberto Scaffaro

and

Emmanuel Fortunato Gulino

submission deadline 10 Nov 2026 | 2 articles | Viewed by 1619 | Submission Open

Keywords: polymeric materials; degradation and stability; green composites; nanocomposites; polymer composites; biodegradation; photodegradation; chemical degradation; thermal degradation; mechanical degradation

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

Recent Advances in the Application of Polymer Materials in Building Construction

edited by

Wahid Ferdous

submission deadline 15 Nov 2026 | 4 articles | Viewed by 5680 | Submission Open

Keywords: fiber-reinforced polymer composites; recycled polymer composites; biopolymer composites; durability and performance of polymer composites; sustainable construction materials

(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)

Chitosan and Its Composite Materials for Biomedical Applications

edited by Gladys Granero

submission deadline 15 Nov 2026 | 3 articles | Viewed by 3096 | 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)

Polymers in Petroleum Engineering: Enhancing Performance and Sustainability, 2nd Edition

edited by

Meichun Li

submission deadline 15 Nov 2026 | Viewed by 259 | Submission Open

Keywords: polymer; drilling fluid; fracturing fluid; EOR; polymer coating; artificial intelligence

(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)

Advances in Thermoplastic Polymer Composites

edited by

Jiaqiao Zhang

submission deadline 20 Nov 2026 | 4 articles | Viewed by 2344 | Submission Open

Keywords: thermoplastic composites; manufacturing of thermoplastic composites; fiber-reinforced thermoplastics; interfacial properties with fibers; composite pressure vessels and pipelines; aerospace and robotics applications; recycling and sustainable materials; functional thermoplastic composites; modified epoxy resins; fracture mechanics and fatigue

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

Sustainable and High-Performance Fiber Reinforced Polymer Composites for Engineering Applications

edited by

Corina J. Bîrleanu

and

Razvan Udroiu

submission deadline 20 Nov 2026 | 2 articles | Viewed by 1085 | Submission Open

Keywords: fiber-reinforced polymer composites; basalt fiber composites; glass fiber composites; sustainable composite materials; hybrid composites; tribological behavior; mechanical performance; additive manufacturing of composites; tribomechanical characterization; advanced engineering materials

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

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