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Institute of Polymers, Bulgarian Academy of Sciences, Akad. G. Bonchev St. 103-A, 1113 Sofia, Bulgaria
Institute of Polymers, Bulgarian Academy of Sciences, Akad. G. Bonchev St. 103-A, 1113 Sofia, Bulgaria

Future Trends in Polymer Science: Materials, Design, and Advanced Applications

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30 October 2025
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31 January 2026
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Dear Colleagues,

We are pleased to announce the Topic Issue “Future Trends in Polymer Science: Materials, Design, and Advanced Applications”, organized in collaboration with the 21st National Symposium POLYMERS 2025. This Topic aims to present the most advanced, cutting-edge research in polymer science and engineering, highlighting its role in driving innovation across diverse scientific fields.

This Topic is focused on a wide range of topics, reflecting the multidisciplinary nature of polymer research. Key focus areas include synthesizing polymers and macromolecular engineering, exploring novel methods and advanced designs for creating innovative polymer systems. The Topic also highlights advancements in biomaterials and nanomedicine, emphasizing the role of polymers in healthcare and biotechnology and hybrids and nanocomposites, presenting their potential for enhanced material properties. Further areas of interest include the processing and recycling of plastics, focusing on sustainable solutions for polymer applications and polymer materials for energy, which explores their contributions to renewable energy technologies. Additionally, contributions in reaction modeling and theoretical approaches aim to provide new insights into polymer behavior and development.

This Topic is dedicated to Professor Ivan Panayotov in recognition of his outstanding contributions to polymer science, his pioneering studies in ionic polymerization, and the 100th anniversary of his birth.

Dr. Emi Haladjova
Prof. Dr. Olya Stoilova
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Keywords

  • polymer synthesis
  • macromolecular engineering
  • biomaterials
  • nanocomposites
  • electrospinning
  • biohybrids
  • gels

Participating Journals

Journal Name Impact Factor CiteScore Launched Year First Decision (median) APC
Applied Nano
applnano
- 4.6 2020 14.8 Days CHF 1000 Submit
Macromol
macromol
4.4 7.1 2021 24.1 Days CHF 1200 Submit
Nanomaterials
nanomaterials
4.3 9.2 2010 15.4 Days CHF 2400 Submit
Polymers
polymers
4.9 9.7 2009 14 Days CHF 2700 Submit
Gels
gels
5.3 7.6 2015 12.5 Days CHF 2100 Submit

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In Vivo Study on 3D-Printed Polylactic Acid Nerve Tubes for Sciatic Nerve Injury Treatment
by Salih Kavuncu, Rauf Hamid and Ömer Faruk Sarıahmetoğlu
Polymers 2025, 17(14), 1992; https://doi.org/10.3390/polym17141992 - 21 Jul 2025
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Background/Objectives: Nerve injuries cause functional loss and psychosocial issues due to prolonged rehabilitation. Recently, 3D-modeled nerve conduits have been used to aid in surgical planning. This study investigated the impact of 3D-bioprinted PLA, chitosan, alginate, and collagen conduits on nerve regeneration in a [...] Read more.
Background/Objectives: Nerve injuries cause functional loss and psychosocial issues due to prolonged rehabilitation. Recently, 3D-modeled nerve conduits have been used to aid in surgical planning. This study investigated the impact of 3D-bioprinted PLA, chitosan, alginate, and collagen conduits on nerve regeneration in a rat sciatic nerve crush injury model. Methods: This study, conducted at Kütahya University of Health Sciences, involves 50 rats were divided into four groups: (1) sham-operated controls, (2) sciatic nerve injury without treatment, (3) injury treated with a PLA conduit, and (4) injury treated with 3D-printed tubes composed of chitosan and alginate. The procedures were performed, blood was collected, and the rats were sacrificed after two months. Weekly checks for infection, scar healing, and motor responses were performed. Results: Rats with nerve conduits showed less macroscopic scarring. Weekly assessments of motor nerve recovery showed no movement restrictions in limbs treated with PLA conduits, graft conduits, or conduits bridging retracted nerve stumps, based on responses to stimulus checks. An infection developed in the sciatic nerve and surrounding muscle tissue of one rat with a bio-graft conduit, prompting histopathological examination to investigate its cause. Conclusions: This proof-of-principle study demonstrates the feasibility of using 3D-printed biocompatible nerve conduits for peripheral nerve repair, providing a basis for future, more comprehensive investigations. Full article
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