Udayakumar Veerabagu Appointed to the Editorial Board of a Scientific Journal

30.04.2026

Udayakumar Veerabagu, Senior Researcher in Synthetic Chemistry at the Estonian University of Life Sciences, working with Prof. Timo Kikas, has been selected as an Early Career Editorial Board Member for the scientific journal Polymers.

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Udayakumar Veerabagu in a laboratory at the Estonian University of Life Sciences. Photo author: Eesti Maaülikool

This appointment represents international recognition of Veerabagu’s research contributions to polymer science and sustainable materials, with particular emphasis on catalytic organic transformations, polymeric biomaterials, and bioactive polymer systems. His work focuses on the development of advanced materials from renewable resources, contributing to sustainable chemical technologies and emerging biomedical applications. His current research also explores lignin-based systems, including lignin–peptide conjugates and related functional materials for advanced and bioactive applications.

„This recognition enhances the international visibility of the Estonian University of Life Sciences, reflecting its growing contribution to high-quality research in sustainable materials and its active engagement in the global scientific community. It further highlights the university’s commitment to fostering internationally recognized research and academic excellence,“ said Veerabagu. In this role, he will engage with the Editorial Board and support journal's activities and initiatives, expanding international collaborations, and contributing to the advancement of research in polymer and materials science.

The journal Polymers is a well-established international platform in polymer science, ranked among leading journals in the field (Q1 category), and covering a broad spectrum of topics including advanced materials, biomaterials, and sustainable polymers, closely aligning with his current research focus.

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