Sustainable Bio- and Energy Polymers and Materials: Synthesis and Environmental Applications
A special issue of Processes (ISSN 2227-9717). This special issue belongs to the section "Materials Processes".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 10 December 2025 | Viewed by 12
Special Issue Editor
2. MOE Key Laboratory of Macromolecular Synthesis and Functionalization, Department of Polymer Science and Engineering, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou 310027, China
Interests: catalysts; homogeneous catalysis; heterogeneous catalysis; metallocene; Ziegler–Natta; α-diimine Ni(II); polymerization; biodegradable polymers; sustainable polymers; bio-based materials; plastic pollution; environmental issues; pyrolysis and co-pyrolysis of biomass and plastic waste; separation membranes; polymer composites; electrode materials; environmental applications; polymerization kinetics; polymerization mechanisms; polymer structure control
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
This Special Issue brings together cutting-edge research addressing current challenges and advancements in sustainable polymer science and energy materials.
Emphasis is placed on biomass conversion technologies, particularly pyrolysis and co-pyrolysis of biomass and plastic waste, to recover valuable chemicals and fuels.
We welcome studies on heterogeneous and homogeneous polymerization processes for olefins that explore novel catalyst systems aimed at enhancing efficiency and selectivity.
Moreover, contributions should highlight the depolymerization of olefins into light olefins, offering pathways for plastic recycling and circular material use.
The Special Issue also delves into the synthesis of biodegradable and sustainable polymers to mitigate the environmental issues caused by plastic materials, supporting the global transition toward eco-friendly alternatives.
Additionally, the development of polymer-based composite materials is explored for advanced battery systems and environmental applications, including pollutant capture and water purification.
Collectively, the articles in this Special Issue will reflect multidisciplinary efforts to bridge the gap between polymer chemistry, materials science, and environmental sustainability.
Dr. Amjad Ali
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- catalysts
- polymerization
- bio-based materials
- sustainable polymers
- biomass conversion
- environmental applications
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