Preparation and Application of Natural Polysaccharide-Based Materials
A special issue of Polymers (ISSN 2073-4360). This special issue belongs to the section "Polymer Applications".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 June 2025 | Viewed by 125
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Interests: preparation and application of biomass materials
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Dear Colleagues,
Naturally sourced polysaccharides, sourced from renewable origins like algae, plants, and microorganisms inclusive of fungi and bacteria, are catalyzing a transformative shift in contemporary materials science and technology. Their advantages lie in their renewable nature, antimicrobial and antioxidant properties, ease of biodegradability, and exceptional biocompatibility, making them highly sought-after.
These versatile molecules have garnered widespread interest across diverse domains, spanning sensing technologies, water purification, ionic conduction, energy storage solutions, and biomedicine. Consequently, research endeavors focused on the synthesis, dissolution mechanisms, and myriad applications of polysaccharides hold immense value in advancing their practical utilization.
This dedicated Special Issue of Polymers is actively seeking out cutting-edge research papers, insightful communications, and comprehensive review articles, all centered around the latest breakthroughs in the synthesis, dissolution, and application landscapes of polysaccharides. We warmly welcome authors to submit their contributions to this exciting field, as we strive to compile a comprehensive issue that showcases the latest advancements and insights in the world of polysaccharides.
Dr. Tingting Xu
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- natural polysaccharides
- chitosan
- cellulose
- alginate
- polysaccharide-based materials
- modified polysaccharide-based materials
- polysaccharide gels and hydrogels
- dissolution
- degradation
- biocompatibility
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