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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Microbial Biopolymers: Trends in Synthesis, Modification, and Applications II
edited by
submission deadline 30 Apr 2024 | 2 articles | Viewed by 2178 | Submission Open
Keywords: biopolymer; polyhydroxyalkanoates; exopolysaccharides; polyamides; biodegradation; techno-economic analysis
(This special issue belongs to the Section Biomacromolecules, Biobased and Biodegradable Polymers)
Polymeric Materials for Solar Cells and Energy Storage
edited by and
submission deadline 30 Apr 2024 | 2 articles | Viewed by 1880 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymer materials; polymer solar cell; perovskite solar cells; nanogenerator; nanomaterial; organic semiconductor device; photoelectric materials; energy storage devices
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)
Degradation of Plastics
edited by , and Álvaro Miguel Ortega
submission deadline 30 Apr 2024 | 2 articles | Viewed by 1830 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymers; plastic degradation; biodegradation; depolymerization; environmental impact; polymer recycling; chemical recycling; hydrolyzable polymers; non-hydrolyzable polymers
(This special issue belongs to the Section Biomacromolecules, Biobased and Biodegradable Polymers)
Preparation, Functionalization and Application of Biomass-Based Material
edited by , and Bailiang Xue
submission deadline 30 Apr 2024 | 1 articles | Viewed by 1651 | Submission Open
Keywords: lignocellulosic biomass; polysaccharides; biopolymers; nanomaterials; functional materials; sustainability; renewability
(This special issue belongs to the Section Biomacromolecules, Biobased and Biodegradable Polymers)
Preparation and Properties of Polymer Materials from Biomass
edited by
submission deadline 30 Apr 2024 | 2 articles | Viewed by 1459 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymerization methods; structural characterization; structure– property relationships; biomaterials; extracellular biopolymers; bio-based monomers; medical applications
(This special issue belongs to the Section Biomacromolecules, Biobased and Biodegradable Polymers)
Multifunctional Polymers and Their Composites: Design, Processing and Properties
edited by Lu Zhang, Shaowei Lu and Xiaoqiang Wang
submission deadline 30 Apr 2024 | 2 articles | Viewed by 1200 | Submission Open
Keywords: nanocomposites; functionalization; thermal conductivity and conductivity; electromagnetic shielding; sensor design and controllable standby; sensor response mechanism; structural health monitoring; manufacturing monitoring
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Composites and Nanocomposites)
Antibacterial Active Polymeric Materials submission deadline 30 Apr 2024 | 1 articles | Viewed by 1003 | Submission Open
Keywords: antibacterial polymers; biofilms; antibacterial textiles; antibacterial surfaces; active polymers; applications of antibacterial polymers; healthcare materials
(This special issue belongs to the Section Smart and Functional Polymers)
Biopolymers and Bio-Based Polymer Composites
edited by
submission deadline 30 Apr 2024 | 1 articles | Viewed by 846 | Submission Open
Keywords: biopolymers; biodegradable polymers; biosynthesized polymers; biopolymer composites; nanobiocomposites; bionanoadditives; bioadditives; natural aliphatic polyesters; polylactide
(This special issue belongs to the Section Biomacromolecules, Biobased and Biodegradable Polymers)
Development in Carbon-Fiber-Reinforced Polymer Composites
edited by Yuan Li
submission deadline 30 Apr 2024 | 1 articles | Viewed by 789 | Submission Open
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Composites and Nanocomposites)
Synthesis of Bio-Based Polymers: Challenges and Opportunities II
edited by
submission deadline 30 Apr 2024 | Viewed by 332 | Submission Open
Keywords: bio-based monomers; chemicals; homopolymers; copolymers; synthesis; processing; properties
(This special issue belongs to the Section Biomacromolecules, Biobased and Biodegradable Polymers)
Feature Papers in Polymer Membranes and Films III submission deadline 30 Apr 2024 | Viewed by 276 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymer membrane; pervaporation; membrane technology; membrane distillation; reverse osmosis; forward osmosis; structure/property/processing relations; structure/property/performance relations; trade-off in membrane technology; solar-assisted membrane process; confined mass transfer; 2D membrane; Janus membranes; “ green” membranes; polymer membranes employing non-toxic solvents and materials; non-toxic ingredients for membrane preparation; bioinspired membranes; functional films
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Membranes and Films)
Bio-Based Polymer Adhesives and Materials
edited by and
submission deadline 30 Apr 2024 | Viewed by 276 | Submission Open
(This special issue belongs to the Section Biomacromolecules, Biobased and Biodegradable Polymers)
Three-Dimensional Printing of Polymer Materials
edited by Soran Hassanifard
submission deadline 30 Apr 2024 | Viewed by 263 | Submission Open
Keywords: 3D printing technologies; material innovations; advanced composites; polymeric properties; failure analysis; structural integrity
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)
Carbohydrate Polymers: Synthesis, Preparation, Structural Characteristics and Applications
edited by and
submission deadline 30 Apr 2024 | Viewed by 261 | Submission Open
Keywords: carbohydrate polymers; polysaccharide; synthesis; structural characteristics; biological activity
(This special issue belongs to the Section Biomacromolecules, Biobased and Biodegradable Polymers)
High Performance Polymers for Energy Applications
edited by
submission deadline 30 Apr 2024 | Viewed by 156 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymer-based energy storage devices; polymer-based energy conversion devices; organic solar cells; organic fuel cells; polymer supercapacitors; polymer batteries; polymer electrodes
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)
Polyolefin: Synthesis, Properties, and Characterization
edited by Huayi Li
submission deadline 30 Apr 2024 | Viewed by 144 | Submission Open
Keywords: polyolefin; Ziegler– Natta catalysts; transition metal catalysts; coordination polymerization; characterization
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Chemistry)
Polymeric Materials for Water/Wastewater Treatment Applications (Second Edition)
edited by , , Bin Ji, and
submission deadline 30 Apr 2024 | Viewed by 137 | Submission Open
Keywords: water purification; wastewater treatment and reuse; pollutant removal and detection; preparation and characterization of polymers; functional polymers; flocculant and coagulant; adsorbent and adsorption process; membrane materials for separation; sedimentation and chelation; catalyst; solid-phase denitrification; bio-adsorption; biodegradation; biofiller
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)
Latest Advances in Photopolymerization
edited by , Andrea Cosola and
submission deadline 30 Apr 2024 | Viewed by 134 | Submission Open
Keywords: photopolymerization; polymers; 3D printing; coatings; composites
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Chemistry)
New Insight into Polymer Dynamics
edited by
submission deadline 30 Apr 2024 | Viewed by 125 | 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)
Functional Multiphase Polymer Blends: Flow Induced Morphology in Complex Fluids and Applications
edited by and Rosalia Ferraro
submission deadline 30 Apr 2024 | Viewed by 113 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymer blends; complex fluids; flow-induced morphology; colloidal systems; phase transitions; multiphase systems; droplets; microstructure
(This special issue belongs to the Section Smart and Functional Polymers)
Advanced Hydrogels for Biomedical Application
edited by Iksung Cho and
submission deadline 30 Apr 2024 | Viewed by 113 | Submission Open
Keywords: hydrogel; polymeric biomaterial; stimuli-responsive; tissue engineering; drug delivery system
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)
Progress in Polymer Thin Films and Surface Modification
edited by Javier Esteban Durantini and
submission deadline 30 Apr 2024 | Viewed by 108 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymer thin films; surface modification; electropolymerization; solar cells; supercapacitors; antimicrobial surfaces; water splitting; photodynamic inactivation
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Membranes and Films)
Carbon Fiber/Polymer Composites: Preparation and Properties
edited by Nannan Wu and Ruliang Zhang
submission deadline 30 Apr 2024 | Viewed by 104 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymer matrix; carbon fiber; multifunctional composites; characterizations; applications; EMI shielding
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Fibers)
Preparation and Characterization of Polymer-Based Electrolyte Materials
edited by
submission deadline 30 Apr 2024 | Viewed by 89 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymer electrolytes; copolymers; ionic conductivity; energy; fuel cells; batteries; supercapacitor; solar cells; actuators
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)
Passivation Strategies for Efficient and Stable Polymer-Perovskite Devices
edited by
submission deadline 30 Apr 2024 | Viewed by 87 | Submission Open
Keywords: perovskite devices; polymers; passivation; stability; defects; solar cells
(This special issue belongs to the Section Smart and Functional Polymers)
Polymer-Based Materials for Batteries and Supercapacitors
edited by
submission deadline 30 Apr 2024 | Viewed by 86 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymers; synthesis and design; electrode material; electrolyte; batteries; supercapacitors
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)
Polysaccharide and Lignocellulose Materials
edited by Hui Zhang
submission deadline 30 Apr 2024 | Viewed by 84 | Submission Open
Keywords: structural modification; structural characterization; polysaccharide; cellulose; biomaterials; biopharmaceuticals; drug delivery; bioplastics; biosensors; flexible wear and devices
(This special issue belongs to the Section Biomacromolecules, Biobased and Biodegradable Polymers)
Recent Advances in Biodegradable Polymers for Medical Applications
edited by and Qiang Zhang
submission deadline 30 Apr 2024 | Viewed by 83 | 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)
Carbon/Polymer Composite Materials submission deadline 1 May 2024 | 9 articles | Viewed by 10323 | Submission Open
Keywords: carbon nanomaterials; polymer materials; hybrid materials; synergistic effects; polymer composites; functionalization; mechanical properties; thermal and electrical conductivity; theory and simulation; synthesis; physics; analysis
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Composites and Nanocomposites)
Polymer Materials for Energy Storage and Conversion System submission deadline 1 May 2024 | 3 articles | Viewed by 8866 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymers for fuel cells; polymers for batteries; polymers for supercapacitors; nanocomposite polymers; ion exchange membranes; porous separators; conductive polymers  ; biopolymers; inorganic polymers; hybrid polymers
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)
New Advances in the Structure, Performance and Chemical Functionalization of Cellulose submission deadline 5 May 2024 | 1 articles | Viewed by 1450 | Submission Open
Keywords: cellulose functionalization; ionic and zwitterionic cellulose; cellulose in biomaterials; cellulose as an adsorbent; bacterial cellulose; separation devices; chemical and structural characterization; structural modification; moiety interactions in modified cellulose; cellulose in biocomposites.
(This special issue belongs to the Section Biomacromolecules, Biobased and Biodegradable Polymers)
Polymeric Materials in Sensor Applications submission deadline 10 May 2024 | 2 articles | Viewed by 2783 | Submission Open
Keywords: conductive polymers; responsive polymers; smart materials; flexible sensors; polymer sensors; polymer coating; polymerization
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)
Emerging Smart Applications of Functional Polymeric Materials submission deadline 10 May 2024 | 2 articles | Viewed by 2400 | Submission Open
Keywords: stimulus-responsive polymers; polymer coating; deformed polymer films; conducting polymers; self-assembly; biomimetic materials; energy storage; conversion smart applications
(This special issue belongs to the Section Smart and Functional Polymers)
Degradation and Recycling of Polymer Materials
edited by Hisayuki Nakatani
submission deadline 10 May 2024 | 1 articles | Viewed by 863 | Submission Open
Keywords: microplastics; polymer degradation; polymer recycling; additives; antioxidants; UV absorbers
(This special issue belongs to the Section Circular and Green Polymer Science)
Polymeric Materials in Modern—Contemporary Art III submission deadline 10 May 2024 | Viewed by 763 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymeric materials in modern and contemporary art; matrix and additive identification and their interaction; new technologies and evaluation methods; aging and degradation mechanisms and phenomena; influence of VOCs on polymeric materials; advances in conservation treatments
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Analysis and Characterization)
Development in Polymer Rheology
edited by and Renyuan Song
submission deadline 10 May 2024 | Viewed by 275 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymer; rheology; synthesis; processing; properties; application
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Physics and Theory)
Design and Characterization of Polymer-Based Electrode Materials
edited by and
submission deadline 10 May 2024 | Viewed by 202 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymer; conductive polymer; electrode materials; energy storage; batteries; supercapacitor
(This special issue belongs to the Section Smart and Functional Polymers)
Biopolymers for Food Packaging and Agricultural Applications
edited by
submission deadline 10 May 2024 | Viewed by 120 | Submission Open
Keywords: biopolymers; food packaging; biopolymeric agricultural products; sustainable agriculture; biodegradable materials
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)
Application of Starch/Exopolysaccharide-Based Polymers in Food Industry submission deadline 10 May 2024 | Viewed by 96 | Submission Open
Keywords: starch; polymer; exopolysaccharide; cellulose; microbial enzymes; composite materials; structure and properties; food applications
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)
Synthesis, Processing, Structure and Properties of Polymer Materials II submission deadline 15 May 2024 | 15 articles | Viewed by 25362 | 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)
Soft Polymeric Materials: Synthesis, Characterizations and Applications submission deadline 15 May 2024 | 8 articles | Viewed by 24515 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymeric gels- hydrogels; ionic gels; organogels; etc.; elastomers; soft nanocomposites; mechanical properties; rheological properties; light scattering; conductive/ionic properties; 3D and 4D Printing; flexible electronics; sensors; actuators; soft robotics
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)
Degradation and Stability of Polymer Based Systems submission deadline 15 May 2024 | 11 articles | Viewed by 21428 | 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 Polymer Science)
Polymers in Food Technology and Food Packaging submission deadline 15 May 2024 | 7 articles | Viewed by 16852 | Submission Open
Keywords: food technology; food industry; food package; edible packaging; edible films; biodegradable; industrial wastes; essential oils; antimicrobial properties; bacterial cellulose; microbial polymers; biopolymers; health-promoting polymers; bacterial exopolysaccharides
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Applications)
Application of Functional Polymer Materials for Advanced Technologies
edited by
submission deadline 15 May 2024 | 8 articles | Viewed by 13445 | Submission Open
Keywords: multi-functional material; filled polymer composite; inorganic/organic filler; thermally/electrically conductive; electrical insulation; adhesive material; barrier membrane; 3D printing material; electroactive material; detection/sensor material; industrial application; sustainable material
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Chemistry)
Recent Developments in Polymerization Kinetics submission deadline 15 May 2024 | 5 articles | Viewed by 12904 | Submission Open
Keywords: chain/step polymerization; photopolymerization; reversible deactivation radical polymerization; atom transfer radical polymerization; living/controlled polymerization; copolymerization; branching; kinetics of polymerization; reactivity coefficients
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Physics and Theory)
Fiber-Reinforced Polymer Composites
edited by
submission deadline 15 May 2024 | 8 articles | Viewed by 10632 | Submission Open
Keywords: fiber-reinforced polymer composites; fiber and nonfibers; matrix; interface; natural fibers and biomimetic polymers; carbon fibers; carbon nanotube fibers; graphene fibers; glass fibers; silicon carbide fibers; fibers for environmental application; fibers for energy application; fibers for construction and automotive application; fibers for information technology; fibers for biological and medical applications; fibers for optical and photonics applications
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Analysis and Characterization)
Computational and Experimental Approaches in Polymeric Materials submission deadline 15 May 2024 | 10 articles | Viewed by 9673 | Submission Open
Keywords: theory and simulation; polymer-based materials; synthesis and characterization; polymer degradation; multi-scale simulations; biomedical applications; dendrimers
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Physics and Theory)
Fibre-Reinforced Polymer Composite II
edited by
submission deadline 15 May 2024 | 5 articles | Viewed by 7263 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymer nanocomposites; mechanical properties; rheological properties; carbon nanotubes and nanofibers; polymer– fiber interphase; degradation and stability of polymer nanocomposites; self-healing polymer nanocomposites; nanoscale characterization of polymer nanocomposites; MD simulations; shape– memory polymer nanocomposites
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Composites and Nanocomposites)
Polymer Concrete and Composites II
edited by
submission deadline 15 May 2024 | 3 articles | Viewed by 6306 | Submission Open
Keywords: fiber-reinforced polymer composite; resin-based polymer concrete; landfill wastes in polymer composites; finite element modeling; application of polymer composites  
(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymer Composites and Nanocomposites)
Recent Advances in Bioinspired Polymers
edited by , and
submission deadline 15 May 2024 | 2 articles | Viewed by 3724 | Submission Open
Keywords: bio-inspired; nanomaterials; lignocellulose; bionanocomposites; sustainability
(This special issue belongs to the Section Biomacromolecules, Biobased and Biodegradable Polymers)
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