Advances in Bioinspired Photonics
A special issue of Applied Sciences (ISSN 2076-3417).
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 10 July 2026
Special Issue Editors
Interests: nanophotonics; biophotonics and quantum optics
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Interests: expertise in interferential colourations in natural organisms; photonic crystals; diffusion and propagation of electromagnetic waves in a uni; bi or three-dimensional structured environments; spect
Interests: nonlinear optics at the nanoscale; stimulated Raman scattering; silicon photonics; holography; label-free imaging
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
The realm of bioinspired photonics continues to reveal remarkable phenomena, and this Special Issue aims to explore the intricacies of structure and dynamics at various scales, from nano to micro, encompassing multiple physical investigations, particularly linear and nonlinear optical studies. From fundamental principles to applied perspectives, we invite contributions that delve into Biophotonics and related areas. Topics of interest include, but are not limited to, the linear study of natural photonic structures such as vibrational modes and phonon interactions, holographic study, mechanical properties, and the influence of symmetry and order on physical response, and nonlinear studies of natural photonic structures and ultrafast dynamics in bio-nanomaterials. Interdisciplinary approaches are also welcomed, including research on the coupling of electronic and mechanical dynamics and applications in nanoelectronics and nanophotonics, along with biomimetics and bioinspirations spanning fundamentals to applications. We encourage submissions that explore the frontiers of knowledge in bioinspired photonics, fostering a deeper understanding of their physical structures and responses, and we welcome contributions that bridge the gap between theoretical studies and practical applications, paving the way for innovative technologies.
Dr. Branko Kolaric
Dr. Sebastien Mouchet
Dr. Maria Ferrara
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- nanoscale dynamics in biological systems
- coupling of optical and mechanical dynamics
- photonic crystals
- plasmonics and natural photonic architecture
- linear and nonlinear optics
- fluorescence
- holography
- thermal management and photonic architectures and related topics
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