The series presents critical reviews of current and future trends in polymer and biopolymer science, encompassing chemistry, physical chemistry, physics, and material science. It targets scientists in academia and industry who wish to stay updated on significant advances in these areas. With a longstanding tradition and reputation, each volume focuses on a specific topic, offering a critical survey of one aspect to contextualize it within the broader theme. The reviews summarize key developments from the last 5 to 10 years, discussing selected examples and illustrating important principles while compiling essential references from primary literature. This approach facilitates a discussion on future research directions within the field. The volumes serve as vital references for polymer scientists and those in related disciplines, providing insights for both specialists and newcomers. Volume editors invite review articles, and single contributions can be commissioned. The readership includes polymer scientists and those in related fields at universities or in industry, as well as graduate students.
