The IRaP 2026 in “Shaping the Future: Radiations of Inspiration and Innovation for Sustainable Polymers and Industries” focuses on ionizing radiation technologies in different polymer development aspects as in the following sessions with some description/keywords but not limited:

SESSION 1: RADIATION CHEMISTRY OF POLYMERS

Description: Recent advances in basic aspects of polymer radiation chemistry; Mechanisms; Kinetics; structure-reactivity relations; Radiation-chemistry in nanomaterials synthesis; Controlled radiation chemistry in different states, Radiation chemical yields, New analytical approaches, Computational models and simulation, Modeling of reactivity.

SESSION 2: BIOPLASTICS AND NATURAL POLYMERS FOR SUSTAINABILITY

Description: Bio-based polymers and bioplastics (e.g., PLA, PHA, PHB, PBS); Environmental-friendly polymers; Biodegradable polymers; Bio-renewable feedstock; Natural polymers; Polysaccharides; Polypeptides; Proteins, Lignocellulosic biomass; Novel packaging materials; Natural fibers and composites; Biorefinery; Circular technology & design for biodegradable polymers.

SESSION 3: FUNCTIONAL POLYMERS AND NANOSTRUCTURE

Description: Advanced functional materials, Surface modification; Coatings; Grafted polymers; Micro-/nano-structured polymers; Hybrid nanoparticles; Advanced synthesis/polymerization; Catalysts; Architecture design of macromolecules & polymers; Self-assembly; Stimuli-responsive polymers; Self-healing systems; Sensors; Ion-track membrane and nanostructure; Polymers for the energy sector; Novel processes and applications

SESSION 4: POLYMER BLENDS AND COMPOSITES

Description: High performance structural materials, Radiation modified-polymer blends and composites; Additives and compounding; Radiation curing; Particulate/fibrous composites; Nanocomposites; Reinforcement; Structural design and properties; Food packaging; Rubber and elastomers; Natural and synthetic rubbers; An update on applications.

SESSION 5: POLYMERS FOR BIOMEDICAL AND HEALTHCARE APPLICATIONS

Description: Drug carriers; Delivery system; Targeting; Encapsulation; Diagnosis/therapeutics; Radio-pharmaceutics; Wound dressing and healing; Scaffolds; Tissue engineering; Regenerative medicine; Bio-sensing; Micro-/nanoparticles; Hydrogels; Nanogels; Biomedical devices; Polymer-based implants; 3D Printing implants; Formulation ingredients; Cosmeceuticals; Radiation treatment of polymers for healthcare products

SESSION 6: POLYMER DEGRADATION AND STABILITY

Description: Long-term aging of irradiated polymer materials; Post-irradiation effect; Sterilization of plastic items and packaging, Durability of plastics exposed to harsh environments, Stabilization, Prediction of property changes

SESSION 7: ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT OF POLYMERS AND REMEDIATION

Description: Polymers and the environment: Monitoring and remediation; PFAS degradation and management; Recycling polymers; Catalysts for environmental applications; Materials and processes for depollution, Wastewater/air treatment; Microplastics; Chemical leaching; Toxic emissions; Greenhouse gas; Analytical and separation methods, Waste management

SESSION 8: IRRADIATION FACILITIES FOR POLYMER PROCESSING AND INDUSTRIALIZATION

Description: Industrial implementation and process control; Development of radiation sources accelerators and facilities (eBeam; X-rays; Gamma-irradiator), Dosimetry, Quality control, On-line monitoring, Alternative irradiation modalities (eBeam, X-rays, gamma-rays), New manufacturing processes