Advances in Polymer Materials Based on Lignocellulosic Biomass
A special issue of Molecules (ISSN 1420-3049). This special issue belongs to the section "Materials Chemistry".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 April 2025 | Viewed by 910
Special Issue Editors
Interests: natural fibers; agricultural wastes; fire behavior; flame retardants; composites; polymeric materials; polymer blends; biorefinery; chemical and physical grafting; biopolymers; bio-binders; insulators; conductive materials; durability
Interests: fire behavior; flame retardants; degradation; polymeric materials; fire safety engineering; polymers; materials chemistry; polymer blends; pyrolysis; ionizing radiation
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Dear Colleagues,
This Special Issue seeks to compile state-of-the-art research on recent advancements in lignocellulosic fibers. The issues arise as global warming reaches alarming levels due to industrial pollution. Consequently, there is much pressure to produce materials that are sustainable, biodegradable or eco-friendly. It is therefore important to study lignocellulosic biomass, which is found in agricultural and forestry residues and is a promising and versatile raw material for manufacturing sustainable materials. Additionally, it will address innovative approaches for improving the properties and functionalities of these lignocellulosic-based materials by fiber engineering and modification involving both chemical and physical grafting techniques. Furthermore, this Special Issue will consider advanced pre-treatment techniques vital for optimizing the structural and chemical characteristics of the lignocellulosic biomass. In addition to developing high-performance materials, such applications may include UV resistance, fire retardancy, hydrophobicity, water treatment, energy production and interfacial adhesion and other features. This Special Issue will demonstrate, using advanced techniques, how lignocellulosic biomass can be tailored to meet the requirements of modern applications. The coming together of these technologies demonstrates the feasibility of developing high-performance, low-cost, and sustainable polymeric materials that will facilitate the transition to a circular economy.
Dr. Roland El Hage
Dr. Rodolphe Sonnier
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- natural fibers
- agricultural wastes
- pre-treatments
- functionalisation
- sustainability
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