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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Advances in Polymers Science and Technology: From Nano-Engineering to Multifunctional Applications
edited by Dongsheng Mao, and Xudan Yao
submission deadline 20 Jul 2024 | 2 articles | Viewed by 1327 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymers; nano-engineering; nanocomposites; nanofillers; mechanical properties; strength; modulus; toughness; structural applications; carbon nanotube; graphene; functional nanocomposites; electrical properties; thermal properties; industrial application
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Composites and Nanocomposites)
Research on Additive Manufacturing of Polymer Composites
edited by
submission deadline 20 Jul 2024 | 2 articles | Viewed by 944 | Submission Open
Keywords: additive manufacturing; polymer composites; 3D printing techniques; material sciences; fused deposition modeling (FDM); mechanical properties
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Processing and Engineering)
Active and Intelligent Food Packaging Polymers, 2nd Edition submission deadline 20 Jul 2024 | Viewed by 682 | Submission Open
Keywords: active packaging; intelligent packaging; smart packaging; bio-based polymers; nanotechnology; natural additives; biosensors; shelf-life extension; food preservation; food safety
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)
Polyester-Based Materials II submission deadline 25 Jul 2024 | 7 articles | Viewed by 11248 | Submission Open
Keywords: bio-based polyesters; synthetic polyesters; additives; bio(degradation); materials; characterization; applications
(This special issue belongs to the Section Biomacromolecules, Biobased and Biodegradable Polymers)
Advances in Synthesis and Application of Biomedical Polymer Materials
edited by and
submission deadline 25 Jul 2024 | 4 articles | Viewed by 6878 | Submission Open
Keywords: biomedical polymer; drug delivery; bioactive polymers; tissue engineering; regenerative medicine
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)
Polymer Microspheres—Current Developments and Future Challenges submission deadline 25 Jul 2024 | 3 articles | Viewed by 6412 | Submission Open
Keywords: microspheres; microencapsulation; physical and chemical modification of polymer microspheres; drug delivery system; biomedical applications; cosmetic applications
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)
3D Printing Technology and Additive Manufacturing in Polymer Materials
edited by and Saeed Farahani
submission deadline 25 Jul 2024 | 6 articles | Viewed by 6176 | Submission Open
Keywords: additive manufacturing; 3D printing; 4D printing; polymer materials; post processing of 3D printed parts; hybrid techniques of 3D printed parts; numerical simulation of polymer AM
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Processing and Engineering)
Hydrogel Materials for Drug Delivery and Tissue Engineering submission deadline 25 Jul 2024 | 3 articles | Viewed by 5673 | Submission Open
Keywords: biomaterials; hydrogels; drug release; tissue engineering; polymer networks
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)
Natural Polysaccharides and Their Biological Applications
edited by and
submission deadline 25 Jul 2024 | 4 articles | Viewed by 5191 | Submission Open
Keywords: polysaccharide; extraction methods; structural characteristics of NPs; biological activity; mechanisms of action; biological applications
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)
Advances in Polyelectrolytes and Polyelectrolyte Complexes
edited by Paulina Mocchiutti, Anupama Sharma and Norma E. Marcovich
submission deadline 25 Jul 2024 | 6 articles | Viewed by 4739 | Submission Open
Keywords: polyelectrolyte complex characterization; mechanical properties; thermal properties; controlled drug delivery; hydrogels; packaging films; paper additives; coating
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Chemistry)
Advances in Polymeric Dental Materials submission deadline 25 Jul 2024 | 3 articles | Viewed by 3562 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymeric composite materials; polymeric dental cements; polymeric adhesive materials keywords; polymeric procoagulants; polymerics materials for oral tissues regeneration; polymerics materials in implant dentistry; polymerics materials in virtual planned dentistry; polymerics materials in orthodontic appliances
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)
Preparation and Application of Biodegradable Polymeric Materials submission deadline 25 Jul 2024 | 3 articles | Viewed by 3028 | Submission Open
Keywords: biodegradability; biopolymer-based films; characterization techniques; nanofillers; physicochemical properties; sustainability
(This special issue belongs to the Section Biomacromolecules, Biobased and Biodegradable Polymers)
Carbon-Based Polymer Nanocomposites: Preparation, Characterization, and Applications
edited by
submission deadline 25 Jul 2024 | 3 articles | Viewed by 2983 | Submission Open
Keywords: carbon materials; polymer; nanocomposites; preparation; characterization; applications
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Analysis and Characterization)
Multifunctional Polymer Molding Processing of Polymers II submission deadline 25 Jul 2024 | 1 articles | Viewed by 1631 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymers applications; processing of polymers; 3D printing of polymers; modification methods; structure analysis; properties analysis; composites; biomaterials; recycling; process simulations
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Processing and Engineering)
Smart and Functional Polymeric Textiles: Recent Advances and Future Perspective submission deadline 25 Jul 2024 | 1 articles | Viewed by 1461 | Submission Open
Keywords: smart; functional; textile; medical; antibiotic
(This special issue belongs to the Section Smart and Functional Polymers)
The Application of Polymers on Multifunctional Electronic Textiles
edited by Man Zhou
submission deadline 25 Jul 2024 | 1 articles | Viewed by 1180 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymer fiber based electronic textiles; conductive polymers for smart textile; conductive hydrogel electrodes for textile electronics; conductive hydrogel electrolytes for e-textiles; semiconducting polymer for textile electronics; polymer interface for e-textiles
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Fibers)
Flexible Electronics Applications of Polymer Materials
edited by and Xuebo Yuan
submission deadline 25 Jul 2024 | 1 articles | Viewed by 1089 | Submission Open
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)
Fiber Reinforced Polymer Materials: Structure and Properties Characterization
edited by Longxiang Zhu and Gangqiang Zhang
submission deadline 25 Jul 2024 | Viewed by 714 | Submission Open
Keywords: fiber-reinforced polymer; composite; mechanical property; thermal property; light performance; functional; carbon fiber; glass fiber; biofiber; aramid fiber
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Fibers)
Polymeric Optoelectronic Materials
edited by Xiaofeng Li
submission deadline 25 Jul 2024 | Viewed by 276 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymeric optoelectronic material; nonlinear optical material; electroluminescent material; semiconductor; optical property; electrical property; adjustability; solar battery; photosensitive sensor; optical fiber communication; biosensor
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)
Polymers for Biosensors and Detection
edited by
submission deadline 25 Jul 2024 | Viewed by 207 | Submission Open
Keywords: conducting polymers; molecularly imprinted polymers; micro-/nano-fabrication methods; biosensors; detection
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)
Synthesis and Application of Degradable Polymers
edited by Ana Paula Rosifini Alves Claro, Rogério Pinto Mota and André L. R. Rangel
submission deadline 25 Jul 2024 | Viewed by 195 | Submission Open
Keywords: degradable polymers; biodegradation; degradation mechanisms; degradation kinetics; environmental degradation
(This special issue belongs to the Section Biomacromolecules, Biobased and Biodegradable Polymers)
Polymer-Based Sensors II submission deadline 25 Jul 2024 | Viewed by 173 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymers; smart materials; sensors; transducers; markers; micro- and nanostructures; manufacturing; characterization
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)
Preparation and Application of Biodegradable Polymers submission deadline 25 Jul 2024 | Viewed by 151 | Submission Open
Keywords: biodegradable polymers; sustainable materials; biopolymers; polymer degradation; composite materials; biodegradable packaging; green chemistry; polymer characterization; biodegradable polymer applications; renewable resources; plastic alternatives; biomaterials; polymer blends
(This special issue belongs to the Section Biomacromolecules, Biobased and Biodegradable Polymers)
Polymers, Biomolecules and Nanocomposites: Computational Perspectives
edited by Anastassia Rissanou
submission deadline 25 Jul 2024 | Viewed by 138 | Submission Open
Keywords: simulations; polymers; biomolecules; nanofillers; multiscale approaches
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Composites and Nanocomposites)
Sustainable Polymers for Value Added and Functional Packaging submission deadline 26 Jul 2024 | 1 articles | Viewed by 1218 | Submission Open
Keywords: sustainability; active and intelligent packaging; agro waste; polymer films and coatings; circular economy; bio-based polymers; biodegradable polymers; enhanced performance in cellulose packaging
(This special issue belongs to the Section Circular and Green Polymer Science)
Polymer-Based Coatings and Films
edited by
submission deadline 30 Jul 2024 | 2 articles | Viewed by 2131 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymers; coatings; materials science; films; polymer-based coatings; wettability; barrier properties; mechanical properties; characterization
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Membranes and Films)
Polymers from Biomass: Characterization, Modification, Degradation and Applications submission deadline 30 Jul 2024 | 1 articles | Viewed by 1560 | Submission Open
Keywords: biomass; polymers; macromolecules; modified celluloses and starches; bioconjugated proteins; functionalized lignin; functionalized chitin and chitosan; crosslinked gels of biomacromolecules
(This special issue belongs to the Section Biomacromolecules, Biobased and Biodegradable Polymers)
Modeling and Characterization of Recycled High-Performance Polymer Materials submission deadline 30 Jul 2024 | 1 articles | Viewed by 819 | Submission Open
Keywords: functional; manufacturing; characterization; modeling
(This special issue belongs to the Section Circular and Green Polymer Science)
Hydrogels for Biomedical and Structural Applications submission deadline 30 Jul 2024 | Viewed by 181 | Submission Open
Keywords: drug delivery; medical imaging; biosensors; scaffolds; tissue engineering; hydrogels; nanohydrogels; nanocomposite hydrogels
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)
Polymer Materials in Sensors, Actuators and Energy Conversion II
edited by
submission deadline 31 Jul 2024 | 13 articles | Viewed by 18748 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymer blend nanoelectrolytes; hybrid polymer– inorganic composites; synthesis of polymer composites for energy applications; polymer-based sensors; polymer membranes for energy applications; polymers for energy storage capacitor applications; polymer-based nanogenerator; polymer-based organic batteries; polymerization potentials
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)
Advances in Polymer Applied in Batteries and Capacitors submission deadline 31 Jul 2024 | 10 articles | Viewed by 16612 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymers; conducting polymers; synthesis of polymer materials; synthetic polymers; biopolymer; redox activity; electrode; electrolyte; separator; batteries; supercapacitors
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)
Main Applications of Polysaccharides: Current Vision and Future Horizon submission deadline 31 Jul 2024 | 5 articles | Viewed by 14933 | Submission Open
Keywords: polysaccharides; biomedical application; structure– activity relationship; drug delivery; biocompatible
(This special issue belongs to the Section Smart and Functional Polymers)
3D Printing of Polymer-Based Composite Materials submission deadline 31 Jul 2024 | 9 articles | Viewed by 14577 | Submission Open
Keywords: 3D printing and additive manufacturing; composites materials; mechanical testing and physicochemical characterization; optimization in 3D printing; advanced manufacturing; recycling and 3D printing; process monitoring; non-destructive testing; modeling and simulation; fracture behavior
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Processing and Engineering)
Polymer Electrolyte: Recent Progress and Applications submission deadline 31 Jul 2024 | 10 articles | Viewed by 14087 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymer electrolytes; solid-state polymer electrolytes; gel polymer electrolytes; block copolymer electrolytes; electrochromics; batteries; fuel cells; solar cells; electrochemical devices; sensors; actuators
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)
Polymer Composites: Structure, Properties and Processing
edited by , and Mustafa Özcanli
submission deadline 31 Jul 2024 | 10 articles | Viewed by 12589 | 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  characterization of composite; properties (mechanical; thermal; rheological; fatigue performance; aging; 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)
Structure and Properties of Polymeric Materials in Additive Manufacturing II submission deadline 31 Jul 2024 | 11 articles | Viewed by 12019 | Submission Open
Keywords: additive manufacturing; bioinks; 3D printing; polymer; composites
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Analysis and Characterization)
Polymer Scaffold for Tissue Engineering Applications
edited by and
submission deadline 31 Jul 2024 | 7 articles | Viewed by 11885 | Submission Open
(This special issue belongs to the Section Biomacromolecules, Biobased and Biodegradable Polymers)
Advanced Environmentally Friendly Polymeric Materials and Their Applications
edited by and
submission deadline 31 Jul 2024 | 8 articles | Viewed by 10545 | Submission Open
Keywords: advanced catalysis and separation; biomass; coagulation and flocculation; CO2 capture; energy storage; membrane process; MOFs; polymers
(This special issue belongs to the Section Circular and Green Polymer Science)
Nanopolymers and Nanocomposites
edited by
submission deadline 31 Jul 2024 | 6 articles | Viewed by 10367 | Submission Open
Keywords: nanocellulose; nanofiber; nanocomposite; polymer-based nanomaterials; application of nanomaterials in polymers; carbon-based nanocomposites
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Composites and Nanocomposites)
Lignocellulosic Polymer Composites
edited by
submission deadline 31 Jul 2024 | 6 articles | Viewed by 10160 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymeric composites; lignocellulose; lignin; cellulose; bio-based polymers
(This special issue belongs to the Section Biomacromolecules, Biobased and Biodegradable Polymers)
Additive Manufacturing of Polymer-Based Composite Materials submission deadline 31 Jul 2024 | 5 articles | Viewed by 7890 | Submission Open
Keywords: additive manufacturing of composites; innovations in 3D printing; nanocomposites; fiber-reinforced composites; bioprinting
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Processing and Engineering)
Recent Developments in Wood Polymer Composites
edited by
submission deadline 31 Jul 2024 | 5 articles | Viewed by 7435 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymers; wood composite; superwetting property; bio-based porous membrane; hybrid hydrogel and aerogel; water purification; seawater desalination; nano/micro structure; structure– property relationship; bionic and smart materials
(This special issue belongs to the Section Circular and Green Polymer Science)
Injection Molding Process in Polymer Processing
edited by Hans-Peter Heim and
submission deadline 31 Jul 2024 | 5 articles | Viewed by 7031 | Submission Open
Keywords: silicone rubber; liquid injection molding; electrochromic films; functional films
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Processing and Engineering)
Advanced Polymers for Medical Applications submission deadline 31 Jul 2024 | 4 articles | Viewed by 6548 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymers; medicine; scaffolds; regenerative medicine; biomaterials; biopolymers; 3D bioprinting; translational science; tissue regeneration; drug delivery system
(This special issue belongs to the Section Biomacromolecules, Biobased and Biodegradable Polymers)
Advanced Biopolymer-Based Composites
edited by
submission deadline 31 Jul 2024 | 4 articles | Viewed by 6177 | Submission Open
Keywords: biopolymers; composites; composite designing; functionalized biopolymers; biopolymer modification; matrix interactions; advanced applications
(This special issue belongs to the Section Biomacromolecules, Biobased and Biodegradable Polymers)
Environment-Friendly Polymers: Synthesis, Processing and Applications (2nd Edition)
edited by
submission deadline 31 Jul 2024 | 6 articles | Viewed by 6036 | Submission Open
Keywords: bio-based polymers; waste valorisation; synthesis; physics; and analysis of the bio-polymer; bio-based composites; additive manufacturing of bio-polymers; recycling strategies of bio-thermoplastics and bio-thermosets; application of bio-based polymeric materials
(This special issue belongs to the Section Biomacromolecules, Biobased and Biodegradable Polymers)
Functional Metal-Polymer Composites: Formation, Properties and Applications II submission deadline 31 Jul 2024 | 4 articles | Viewed by 4994 | Submission Open
Keywords: metal/polymer composites; metal oxide/polymer composites; nanocomposites; metal nanoparticles; metal oxides particles; composite formation methods; structure of composites; functional properties of composites; areas of application of composites; metallopolymers; metallocopolymers; polymer-metal hybrids; metallo-supramolecular
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Processing and Engineering)
Block Copolymers: Synthesis, Self-Assembly, and Biomedical Applications submission deadline 31 Jul 2024 | 4 articles | Viewed by 4506 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymer synthesis; block copolymers; stimuli-responsive polymers; functionalized polymers; biodegradable polymers; biocompatible polymers; self-assembly; drug delivery; bioimaging; protein delivery
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Chemistry)
Renewable, Degradable, and Recyclable Polymer Composites
edited by
submission deadline 31 Jul 2024 | 3 articles | Viewed by 3880 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymer composites; recycling; degradation; biodegradation; circular economy; composting; life cycle assessment
(This special issue belongs to the Section Biomacromolecules, Biobased and Biodegradable Polymers)
Polymers and Biopolymers for Sustainable Life and Applications
edited by
submission deadline 31 Jul 2024 | 3 articles | Viewed by 3715 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymers and biopolymers; sustainable applications; naturally occurring additives; less environmental impact; processing and performance
(This special issue belongs to the Section Circular and Green Polymer Science)
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