Macromolecular Chemistry
A section of Molecules (ISSN 1420-3049).
Section Information
The Macromolecular Chemistry Section of the journal Molecules publishes original, fundamental, and impactful research and timely review articles on all aspects of polymer science. The journal covers all aspects of polymer synthesis, including polymerization mechanisms and chemical functional transformations, with a focus on novel polymers and the relationships between molecular structure and polymer properties. In addition, we welcome submissions on bio-based, natural or renewable polymers, stimuli-responsive systems, and polymer bio-hybrids. The main scope is covered but not limited to the following core research areas:
- Novel synthetic routes for polymerization, functional modification, controlled/living polymerization, and precision polymers;
- Polymerization mechanisms and kinetics; polymerization catalysis;
- Macromolecular structure, function and advanced characterization of polymers;
- Sustainable polymer synthesis, biomass-derived and bio-based polymers, natural polymers, biomacromolecules, bio-(nano)composites;
- Biodegradable polymers, polymers recycling, debondable polymers;
- Covalent adaptable networks; vitrimers;
- Supramolecular polymers and self-assembly;
- Polymers for regenerative medicine and biomedical applications or drug delivery release;
- Synthesis and application of novel polymers.
Editorial Board
Topical Advisory Panel
Special Issues
Following special issues within this section are currently open for submissions:
- Gemini Surfactants for Medical and Non-medical Applications (Deadline: 30 April 2024)
- Cutting-Edge Research for Photopolymerization (Deadline: 30 April 2024)
- Carbohydrates Chemistry Today (Deadline: 30 April 2024)
- Flame-Resistant Polymeric Materials (Deadline: 30 April 2024)
- Themed Issue Dedicated to Prof. Bernard Boutevin (Deadline: 30 April 2024)
- Functional Polymers in Separation Science (Deadline: 31 May 2024)
- Recent Advances in (Phospho)lipid-Based Drug Delivery Nanosystems (Deadline: 31 May 2024)
- Biopolymers and Polymer Molecules in Drug Delivery (Deadline: 31 May 2024)
- Surfactants and Interfaces (Deadline: 30 June 2024)
- Lipid Carriers in Drug Delivery (Deadline: 30 June 2024)
- Chemistry of Lignin-Based Materials (Deadline: 30 June 2024)
- Polylactide-Based Materials: Synthesis and Biomedical Applications II (Deadline: 30 June 2024)
- Macromolecular Chemistry in Europe (Deadline: 30 June 2024)
- Functional Fibers and Textiles for Health Regulation and Protection (Deadline: 30 June 2024)
- Chitosan-Based Materials and Its Potential in Cosmetic and Biomedical Applications (Deadline: 30 July 2024)
- Derivatization and Characterization of Natural Polymers (Deadline: 31 July 2024)
- Natural Polymers and Biopolymers IV (Deadline: 31 July 2024)
- Polymer Composites: Chemical Synthesis and Applications (Deadline: 31 July 2024)
- Biodegradable Functional Copolymers (Deadline: 31 July 2024)
- Research Progress of Surfactants (Deadline: 31 July 2024)
- Molecular Encapsulation (Deadline: 31 July 2024)
- Epoxy Resin Synthesis, Performance and Application Research (Deadline: 31 August 2024)
- Developments in Conducting Polymers: Applications for Electrochemistry (Deadline: 31 August 2024)
- Chitosan, Chitosan Derivatives, Polysaccharides and Their Applications—2nd Edition (Deadline: 30 September 2024)
- Lignocellulosic Biomass III (Deadline: 30 September 2024)
- Soft Matter Nanostructures—Fabrication, Interactions and Applications: In Honor of Prof. Dr. Michael Rappolt’s 60th Birthday (Deadline: 31 October 2024)
- Modifications of Biomacromolecules and Their Structure with Functional Properties (Deadline: 31 October 2024)
- Drug Delivery Systems Based on Polysaccharides: Second Edition (Deadline: 31 October 2024)
- Recent Advances in Intelligent and Active Biobased Packaging Materials (Deadline: 31 October 2024)
- Polysaccharide-Based Biopolymer: Recent Development and Applications (Deadline: 31 October 2024)
- Molecular Insights into Soft Materials (Deadline: 31 October 2024)
- Selected Papers from the 21th National Symposium on Macrocyclic Chemistry and the 13th National Symposium on Supramolecular Chemistry (Deadline: 30 November 2024)
- Innovative Adsorbents for Pollutant Removal: An Overview of Current Research (Deadline: 30 November 2024)
- Exclusive Feature Papers in Macromolecular Chemistry (Deadline: 31 December 2024)
- Synthesis and Applications of Natural Polymers and Their Derivatives (Deadline: 31 December 2024)
Topical Collection
Following topical collection within this section is currently open for submissions: