Biomass-based Thermoset and Thermoplastic Polymers for Biomass-based Composites

Submission Deadline: 30 June 2025 View: 151 Submit to Special Issue

Guest Editors

Dr. Aisyah H.A.

Email: aisyah.humaira@mpob.gov.my; a.humaira.aisyah@gmail.com 

Affiliation: Biomass Technology Unit, Engineering and Processing Division, Malaysian Palm Oil Board (MPOB), 6, Persiaran Institusi, Bandar Baru Bangi, Kajang, Selangor, 43000, Malaysia

Homepage: www.mpob.gov.my

Research Interests: Biocomposites from oil palm biomass and natural fibers.

Dr. Bakar B.F.A.

Email: bfatomer@upm.edu.my

Affiliation: Department of Wood and Fiber Industry, Faculty of Forestry and Environment, Universiti Putra Malaysia, 43400 Serdang, Selangor, Malaysia

Homepage: www.upm.edu.my

Research Interests: Wood-based Composites, Bio-based Materials, Sustainability in Forestry and Materials Science

Dr. Mohd Nurazzi Norizan (N. M. Nurazzi)

Email: mohd.nurazzi@usm.my

Affiliation: School of Industrial Technology, Building G07, Persiaran Sains, Universiti Sains Malaysia, 11800 Pulau Pinang, Malaysia

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Research Interests: Nanocelullose, Polymer Composites

Dr. Ilyas R.A.

Email: ahmadilyas@utm.my

Affiliation: Faculty of Chemical and Energy Engineering, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, 81310 Skudai, Johor Darul Ta'zim, Malaysia

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Research Interests: Cellulose, Nanocellulose, Starch polymer, Nanocomposites

Summary

This special issue focuses on the development and applications of biomass-based thermoset and thermoplastic polymers to produce sustainable composites.

The use of biomass-derived polymers in composite materials has emerged as a promising approach to achieving environmental sustainability while maintaining desirable mechanical and functional properties. Biomass-based thermoset and thermoplastic polymers provide an eco-friendly alternative to conventional petroleum-based polymers, offering renewable, biodegradable, and sustainable solutions for composite manufacturing.

This special issue highlights the progress and developments in utilizing biomass-based polymers in composite applications, with a focus on their preparation, characterization, and performance, and invites Research Articles and Reviews on these topics.

This issue aims to enhance the understanding of how biomass-derived thermoset and thermoplastic polymers can contribute to the structural, functional, and environmental performance of composites. Suggested topics include, but are not limited to:

· Evaluating the mechanical, thermal, and functional properties of biomass-based thermoset and thermoplastic polymers, as well as fibers, mats, and other forms prior to composite development,

· Investigating innovative treatments or modification techniques for biomass-based polymers to improve compatibility with reinforcements,

· Exploring novel fabrication methods for composites incorporating biomass-based thermoset and thermoplastic polymers,

· Exploring the performance and functional properties of hybrid composites using a combination of biomass-based polymers and lignocellulosic or other bio-based reinforcements, and

· Characterizing the structural, morphological, and interfacial interactions in biomass-based polymer composites.

This special issue provides a platform for researchers to share their latest findings, innovative processing methods, and emerging trends that advance the development of biomass-based thermoset and thermoplastic polymers in composites, promotion progress in sustainable material solutions.

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