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Functional polymers are materials which are designed to have specific functions to satisfy modern societal needs. By using special preparation methods or by introducing functional groups or filler into the materials, they are able to achieve properties that are not possible with conventional polymers. The development of new functional polymers able to meet the latest demands have attracted the attention of researchers in academia and industry. Their specific functions are expected to be paramount in a wide range of applications including energy harvesting and storage, wireless communications, and biomedicine.
This Collection brings together original research in the topic of functional polymers, spanning from their synthesis to their exploitation in timely applications.