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Discover the latest in polymer science, with cutting-edge research that addresses novel approaches to the synthesis of new and existing polymers; research into the fundamental relationships between chemistry and function; insights into mechanisms critical to polymer performance and application in cross-disciplinary areas. All this is available to you in core journals such as Macromolecules and Biomacromolecules, and complemented by allied publications in the field, including ACS Applied Polymer Materials.
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Several ACS journals investigate the world of polymers science. Explore our portfolio and find the right journal for your research.
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NEW IN THE POLYMERS PORTFOLIO
Polymer Science & Technology is a highly selective open access journal dedicated to the publication of cutting-edge research in the field of polymer science and its interdisciplinary areas. The journal aims to advance the frontiers of knowledge in polymers and contribute to the UN Sustainable Development Goals by linking polymer research to the pressing needs of human society.
This partner journal is published in collaboration with the Changchun Institute of Applied Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences.
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SPECIAL ISSUE
Stimuli-responsive polymers play important roles in biological systems, where they can be used to control the release of therapeutics, modulate imaging signals, actuate movement, or direct the growth of cells. This Collection presents a selection of recent exciting developments in the field.
COLLECTIONS
Chemical separations play crucial roles in modern society, enabling access to food, energy, and medicine. Membrane-based separations, particularly polymer membranes, have become central components in desalination, wastewater treatment, and biomedical devices. Advancing our understanding of the physics of polymers is crucial to unlocking the full potential of polymer applications, and developing next-generation membranes.
MOST READ ARTICLES FROM THE PORTFOLIO
ACS MACRO LETTERS
Paul R. Irving, Grace Sami, et. al
DOI: 10.1021/acsmacrolett.4c00828
ACS POLYMER AU
Rintaro Takahashi and Ayae Sugawara-Narutaki
DOI: 10.1021/acspolymersau.4c00095
MACROMOLECULES
Chuanfa Li, Kun Zhang, et al.
DOI: 10.1021/acs.macromol.4c01738
BIOMACROMOLECULES
Sourav Singha, Priyadarsi De, et. al
DOI: 10.1021/acs.biomac.4c01278
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“Macromolecules is the world’s premier journal for fundamental and original polymer science, with a standing that has been solidified over nearly six decades. Like all ACS journals, submissions are handled by Editors who are practicing scientists with an incredibly broad range of expertise and with extensive knowledge of their own fields. Authors can rest assured that their submissions have been thoroughly vetted by both the Editors and our community of discerning reviewers result in published works that are of the highest quality, are at the forefront of polymer science, and continually help to shape our field.”
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“Choosing an ACS journal to publish your research ensures a high-quality editorial process where science is rigorously evaluated by experts in the field. As Editor-in-Chief of Biomacromolecules, and with over 10 years of experience as an Associate Editor, I can confidently say that the sole motivation of editors, reviewers, the journal's board and the ACS staff is to serve the scientific community. The review process is ethical, respectful, rigorous but fair, and universally recognized, aiming solely to improve the quality of science. Why publish in ACS journals? To contribute to a community where scientific excellence primes over statistics”
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