International Journal of Polymer Science

Aims & Scope

The International Journal of Polymer Science publishes papers on the chemistry and physics of macromolecules.

Studies may be experimental or theoretical in nature, and cover all aspects of polymer science.

These include the synthesis, characterisation, and applications of polymeric materials, as well as the exploration of mechanisms, kinetics, and catalysis of polymerisation processes.

The journal welcomes investigations into both synthetic polymers and biopolymers, and encourages submissions related to the preparation and implementation of functional, responsive, and smart polymer materials.

As well as original research, The International Journal of Polymer Science also publishes focused review articles that examine the state of the art, identify emerging trends, and suggest future directions for developing fields.

Metrics & Ranking

Abstracting & Indexing

Journal is indexed in leading academic databases, ensuring global visibility and accessibility of our peer-reviewed research.

• Scopus
• Google Scholar
• Directory of Open Access Journals (DOAJ)
• Web of Science

Subjects & Keywords

Journal’s research areas, covering key disciplines and specialized sub-topics in Materials Science, designed to support cutting-edge academic discovery.

Licensing & Copyright

This journal operates under an Open Access model. Articles are freely accessible to the public immediately upon publication. The content is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (CC BY 4.0), allowing users to share and adapt the work with proper attribution.

Copyright remains with the author(s), and no permission is required for non-commercial use, provided the original source is cited.

Policy Links

This section provides access to essential policy documents, guidelines, and resources related to the journal’s publication and submission processes.

• Aims scope
• Homepage
• Oa statement
• Author instructions
• License terms
• Review url
• Board url
• Copyright url
• Plagiarism url
• Preservation url
• Apc url
• License

Plagiarism Policy

This journal follows a plagiarism policy. All submitted manuscripts are screened using reliable plagiarism detection software to ensure originality and academic integrity. Authors are responsible for proper citation and acknowledgment of all sources, and any form of plagiarism, including self-plagiarism, will not be tolerated.

For more details, please refer to our official: Plagiarism Policy.

APC Details

The journal’s Article Processing Charge (APC) policies support open access publishing in Materials Science, ensuring accessibility and quality in research dissemination.

This journal requires an Article Processing Charge (APC) to support open access publishing, covering peer review, editing, and distribution. The current APC is 2,060.00 USD. Learn more.

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Most Cited Articles

The Most Cited Articles section features the journal's most impactful research, based on citation counts. These articles have been referenced frequently by other researchers, indicating their significant contribution to their respective fields.

• Polymeric Scaffolds in Tissue Engineering Application: A Review

  Citation: 1368

  Authors: Brahatheeswaran, Yasuhiko, Toru, D. Sakthi

• A Review on Natural Fiber Reinforced Polymer Composite and Its Applications

  Citation: 1282

  Authors: Layth, M. N. M., Grace, Mohammad, M. Saiful

• Cellulose-Based Bio- and Nanocomposites: A Review

  Citation: 522

  Authors: Susheel, Alain, Bibin Mathew, B. S., Luc, James, Elias

• A Review on Pineapple Leaves Fibre and Its Composites

  Citation: 454

  Authors: M., Khalina, M., M., Zahra, M. R., M. Enamul

• Alginate: Current Use and Future Perspectives in Pharmaceutical and Biomedical Applications

  Citation: 421

  Authors: Marta, Agata, Emilia, Patrycja, Katarzyna

• Food Packaging Permeability Behaviour: A Report

  Citation: 414

  Authors: Valentina

• Polymer-Based Composites: An Indispensable Material for Present and Future Applications

  Citation: 237

  Authors: Isiaka Oluwole, Taiwo Fisayo, Adeolu Adesoji

• Potential of Cellulose-Based Superabsorbent Hydrogels as Water Reservoir in Agriculture

  Citation: 212

  Authors: C., F., M., A., A.

• Recent Strategies in Preparation of Cellulose Nanocrystals and Cellulose Nanofibrils Derived from Raw Cellulose Materials

  Citation: 208

  Authors: Hongxiang, Haishun, Xianghao, Chuanling

• Water Absorption Behaviour and Its Effect on the Mechanical Properties of Flax Fibre Reinforced Bioepoxy Composites

  Citation: 204

  Authors: E., J. A.