Nanotechnological Advancement in Biopolymer Functionalization

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Dear Colleagues,

The usage of petroleum-based polymers in various applications presents serious threats to the environment in terms of waste disposal, management and recycling. Additionally, these polymers have contributed significantly to emissions of carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases (GHGs). Therefore, in order to prevent the harmful effects of these synthetic polymers, the production, development and applications of bio-based polymers have been increased in recent years and is a major driver of research in this area. Furthermore, the advancement of nanotechnology in recent years has increased the functionality of these biopolymers in several areas, including drug delivery, food packaging, water treatment, biomedical applications, etc. The incorporation of nanoparticles in biopolymers improves their mechanical and barrier properties, leading to wider ranges of application in several sectors. The majority of polymer research is focused on the production and development of biopolymers and their nanocomposites for several applications. In view of this, the proposed Topic is mainly focused on the production and functionalization of biopolymers by nanoparticles for various application. In addition, this Special Issue also includes applications of nanoparticles in biopolymer production processes, the green synthesis nanoparticles and its use in biopolymer functionalization, biopolymer-based nanoparticles for drug delivery, nano-functionalized biopolymers for tissue engineering, etc. Relevant original research and review papers on diverse topics related to biopolymer-based nanocomposites are welcome.

Dr. Pritam Kumar Dikshit
Prof. Dr. Vijayanand S. Moholkar
Dr. Mamata Singhvi
Dr. Suchada Chanprateep Napathorn
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Participating Journals

Journal Name	Impact Factor	CiteScore	Launched Year	First Decision (median)	APC
Applied Nano applnano	-	-	2020	22.3 Days	CHF 1000	Submit
Journal of Functional Biomaterials jfb	4.8	5.0	2010	13.9 Days	CHF 2700	Submit
Materials materials	3.4	5.2	2008	14.7 Days	CHF 2600	Submit
Particles particles	1.4	0.4	2018	22.5 Days	CHF 1400	Submit
Polymers polymers	5.0	6.6	2009	14 Days	CHF 2700	Submit

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