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Advances in Digital Signal Processing and Communications
edited by
submission deadline 20 Dec 2026 | 2 articles | Viewed by 1495 | Submission Open
Keywords: adaptive filtering algorithms; digital modulation techniques; MIMO systems and signal processing; signal sampling and quantization; noise and interference mitigation; machine learning for signal processing; real-time signal processing; 5G and wireless communications; edge computing for signal processing
(This special issue belongs to the Section Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering)
Advanced Methods and Geometric Approaches for Computer Vision and Pattern Recognition submission deadline 20 Dec 2026 | 2 articles | Viewed by 1473 | Submission Open
Keywords: deep learning for vision; machine learning for vision; pattern recognition; geometric data-driven topologies computing; Riemannian geometry; Riemannian computing; optimization methods on manifolds and/or linear spaces
(This special issue belongs to the Section Computing and Artificial Intelligence)
Applied Geophysics and Volcanology: Tools for Exploring the Dynamic Earth
edited by
submission deadline 20 Dec 2026 | 3 articles | Viewed by 1456 | Submission Open
Keywords: volcanic underground magmatic systems and eruptions; crust and mantle structure and dynamics; earthquakes; surface phenomena: tsunami, landslide, costal and submarine instability; volcanic and/or tectonic monitoring: gas emissions, geodesy, seismicity, and thermal, gravity, electromagnetic, magnetotelluric observations; inversion procedures; numerical and laboratory modeling; integrated multi-sensor volcano surveillance; early-warning systems
(This special issue belongs to the Section Earth Sciences)
Computer-Aided Design in Mechanical Engineering: 2nd Edition
edited by
submission deadline 20 Dec 2026 | 1 articles | Viewed by 1383 | Submission Open
Keywords: computer-aided design (CAD); mechanical engineering; design optimization; simulation techniques; additive manufacturing; 3D modelling; product development; sustainable design; virtual reality in CAD; engineering software integration; education
(This special issue belongs to the Section Mechanical Engineering)
Recent Advances in Hyperspectral Imaging Technology
edited by Marco Marcon
submission deadline 20 Dec 2026 | 1 articles | Viewed by 1379 | Submission Open
Keywords: hyperspectral imaging (HSI); machine learning in HSI; sensor development; data processing and analysis; multimodal imaging; real-time applications
(This special issue belongs to the Section Chemical and Molecular Sciences)
Solar Cells: From Materials and Devices to Applications
edited by , Janusz Zarębski and Damian Bisewski
submission deadline 20 Dec 2026 | 1 articles | Viewed by 1378 | Submission Open
Keywords: solar cells; solar modules; photovoltaic systems; solar cell applications; measurements and modeling
(This special issue belongs to the Section Energy Science and Technology)
Feature Paper Collection in the Section ‘Energy Science and Technology’, Second Edition
edited by , and Martyna Grzegorzek
submission deadline 20 Dec 2026 | 2 articles | Viewed by 1167 | Submission Open
Keywords: energy efficiency; renewable energy technologies; advanced thermal systems; smart energy systems; heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC); thermal energy storage; energy recovery; evaporative cooling; water desalination ; water–energy nexus
(This special issue belongs to the Section Energy Science and Technology)
Effects of Physical Training on Exercise Performance—3rd Edition submission deadline 20 Dec 2026 | 2 articles | Viewed by 1161 | Submission Open
Keywords: training; sport; health; fitness; aerobic performance; anaerobic performance; strength; endurance; power; intensity; speed; balance; physical capacity; co-ordination; hypoxia; plyometrics; interval training
(This special issue belongs to the Section Applied Biosciences and Bioengineering)
Advancing Sustainable Energy Through Quantum Material Innovation
edited by , Mark Hermann Rümmeli and Alicja Bachmatiuk
submission deadline 20 Dec 2026 | Viewed by 1136 | Submission Open
Keywords: quantum optics; quantum materials; quantum dots
(This special issue belongs to the Section Quantum Science and Technology)
Additive Manufacturing of Alloys: Microstructure and Mechanical Performance, 2nd Edition
edited by Nthabiseng Maledi
submission deadline 20 Dec 2026 | 1 articles | Viewed by 1121 | Submission Open
Keywords: additive manufacturing; parameter optimization; advanced and high entropy alloys; mechanical properties; corrosion and oxidation resistance; heat treatment; post-processing techniques; surface engineering
(This special issue belongs to the Section Additive Manufacturing Technologies)
Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) as a Tool for Evaluating Sustainable Packaging Systems submission deadline 20 Dec 2026 | 1 articles | Viewed by 1056 | Submission Open
Keywords: sustainable packaging life cycle assessment (LCA) circular economy; eco-design packaging recycling biodegradable materials; environmental impact life cycle optimization
(This special issue belongs to the Section Materials Science and Engineering)
Application of Artificial Intelligence in the Logistics Industry and Supply Chain
edited by
submission deadline 20 Dec 2026 | 1 articles | Viewed by 1050 | Submission Open
Keywords: AI logistics; supply chain; machine learning; cybersecurity risks; digital transformation; resilience; sustainability; risk management; ethics regulation
(This special issue belongs to the Section Applied Industrial Technologies)
Advances in Plasma Physics, Diagnostics, and Technology
edited by Earl E. Scíme, Chishung Yip and Lei Chang
submission deadline 20 Dec 2026 | 3 articles | Viewed by 1042 | Submission Open
Keywords: plasma dynamics; plasma diagnostics; plasma-surface interactions; plasma sources; plasma waves; plasma sheaths; electron energy distribution functions; laser-aided plasma diagnostics; langmuir probes; RF plasmas
(This special issue belongs to the Section Applied Physics General)
Multi-Scale Modeling of Material Behavior in Engineering Environments
edited by Kazimierz Drozd and
submission deadline 20 Dec 2026 | 1 articles | Viewed by 1020 | Submission Open
Keywords: fractal structure; self-organization; heat and mass exchange; macroscopic research; FEM analysis; phase transformations; additive manufacturing
(This special issue belongs to the Section Materials Science and Engineering)
Business Applications of Artificial Intelligence
edited by
submission deadline 20 Dec 2026 | 1 articles | Viewed by 1016 | Submission Open
Keywords: artificial intelligence; machine learning; deep learning; data analysis; data mining
(This special issue belongs to the Section Computing and Artificial Intelligence)
Advanced and Smart Manufacturing Processes and Machine Tool Technologies: 2nd Edition submission deadline 20 Dec 2026 | 2 articles | Viewed by 996 | Submission Open
Keywords: precision machining; difficult-to-cut materials; multi-axis milling; tool wear; industrial engineering; Industry 5.0; composites; manufacturing engineering; engineering management; smart manufacturing systems
(This special issue belongs to the Section Mechanical Engineering)
Recent Advances in Pediatric Orthodontics and Pediatric Dentistry, 2nd Edition
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submission deadline 20 Dec 2026 | 1 articles | Viewed by 992 | Submission Open
Keywords: pediatric dentistry; pediatric orthodontics; orthodontic treatment; diagnosis; dental materials
(This special issue belongs to the Section Applied Dentistry and Oral Sciences)
Advances in Ocean Acoustics
edited by Tongwei Zhang and
submission deadline 20 Dec 2026 | Viewed by 888 | Submission Open
Keywords: underwater acoustic communication; underwater acoustic positioning; underwater PNT (positioning, navigation, and timing); underwater navigation systems; acoustic signal processing; autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs) acoustics; underwater acoustic networks; oceanographic acoustic sensors; acoustic localization techniques; underwater acoustic imaging
(This special issue belongs to the Section Acoustics and Vibrations)
Chemical and Methodological Approaches to Meat Quality and Preservation
edited by , Néstor Sepulveda and
submission deadline 20 Dec 2026 | 1 articles | Viewed by 834 | Submission Open
Keywords: meat quality; lipid oxidation; preservation methods; analytical techniques; natural antioxidants; active packaging; omics technologies; shelf-life; production process; meat products
(This special issue belongs to the Section Food Science and Technology)
Advances in Ridge Augmentation and Dental Implantology
edited by , and Arndt Guentsch
submission deadline 20 Dec 2026 | 1 articles | Viewed by 821 | Submission Open
Keywords: ridge augmentation; soft tissue augmentation; phenotype modification therapy; dental implants; guided implant dentistry; immediate implants; virtual implant planning; angled screw channel abutments; 4D analysis; emergence profile; implant restorations
(This special issue belongs to the Section Applied Dentistry and Oral Sciences)
Health Benefits of Plant-Based Diet-Derived Bioactive Components submission deadline 20 Dec 2026 | 1 articles | Viewed by 806 | Submission Open
Keywords: polyphenols; plant-based dietary patterns; sustainable diets; plant-forward nutrition; gut microbiota; bioavailability; nutrient–microbiome interactions; oxidative stress; inflammation
(This special issue belongs to the Section Food Science and Technology)
Robust Fault-Tolerant Controllers for Unmanned Aircraft Vehicles
edited by Valery Salauyou
submission deadline 20 Dec 2026 | 1 articles | Viewed by 797 | Submission Open
Keywords: actuator faults; adaptive controller; attitude controller; disturbance rejection controller; distributed controller; external disturbances; failure recovery system; fault-tolerant controller; field-programmable gate array (FPGA); finite-state machine (FSM); flight controller; formation maintenance; fuzzy logic controller; hardware description language (HDL); hierarchical controller; machine learning; multi-drone system; neural controller; path tracking controller; pose tracking; proportional integral-derivative (PID) controller; robust controller; sliding mode controller; speed controller; swarm intelligence; UAV swarm; system on a chip (SoC); trajectory tracking; tracking controller; UAV network; unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs)
(This special issue belongs to the Section Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering)
Innovative Materials and Technologies in Food Packaging
edited by
submission deadline 20 Dec 2026 | Viewed by 787 | Submission Open
Keywords: food packaging; biodegradable materials; active and smart packaging; nanotechnology; recycling; edible films and coatings; sustainability; intelligent sensors
(This special issue belongs to the Section Food Science and Technology)
Advances in Terahertz and Laser Technologies: Innovations, Applications, and Future Directions
edited by Hui Li and
submission deadline 20 Dec 2026 | 1 articles | Viewed by 768 | Submission Open
Keywords: terahertz technology; laser applications; metasurfaces; wave manipulation; photonic devices; imaging and sensing; non-destructive evaluation; ultra-broadband communication; optical engineering; terahertz metamaterials
(This special issue belongs to the Section Applied Physics General)
New Technology for Wastewater Treatment and Energy Production submission deadline 20 Dec 2026 | 1 articles | Viewed by 748 | Submission Open
Keywords: new technologies for wastewater treatment (e.g., AOPs, MBR, AGS, mineral and organic sorbents, etc.); contaminants in wastewater (previously tested and new contaminants); water and nutrient recovery from wastewater; sludge-to-energy technologies; energy recovery and production; energy-positive wastewater treatment plants; process modeling and optimization
(This special issue belongs to the Section Environmental Sciences)
Cultural Heritage and Art in VR/AR/MR
edited by , Dorin-Mircea Popovici and
submission deadline 20 Dec 2026 | Viewed by 741 | Submission Open
Keywords: virtual reality; augmented reality; mixed reality; cultural heritage; immersive technologies; digital reconstruction; virtual museums; human–computer interaction; 3D scanning; digital art
(This special issue belongs to the Section Computing and Artificial Intelligence)
Current Updates on Porous Materials submission deadline 20 Dec 2026 | 1 articles | Viewed by 734 | Submission Open
Keywords: MOFs/COFs; zeolites; clays; catalysis; sequestration of hazardous contaminants
(This special issue belongs to the Section Materials Science and Engineering)
Machine Automation: System Design, Analysis and Control, 2nd Edition
edited by
submission deadline 20 Dec 2026 | 1 articles | Viewed by 728 | Submission Open
Keywords: modern mechanical design methods; digital design and advanced manufacturing technology; electromechanical system modeling; simulation and control methods; reliability analysis
(This special issue belongs to the Section Mechanical Engineering)
Applications of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning in Radiology
edited by and Alessandro Posa
submission deadline 20 Dec 2026 | 1 articles | Viewed by 660 | Submission Open
Keywords: artificial intelligence; machine learning; deep leaning; radiology; personalized medicine
(This special issue belongs to the Section Biomedical Engineering)
Recent Developments in the Field of Intelligent Sensors submission deadline 20 Dec 2026 | Viewed by 647 | Submission Open
Keywords: sensor technology; signal processing techniques; neural signal acquisition; neural sensing; biocompatibility; wearable pressure sensor
(This special issue belongs to the Section Applied Biosciences and Bioengineering)
Advances in User Experience for Human–Computer Interaction
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submission deadline 20 Dec 2026 | Viewed by 633 | Submission Open
Keywords: adaptive, context-aware and cross-device interfaces; multimodal interaction (voice, gesture, gaze); extended reality (AR/VR/MR) & spatial computing; conversational and agentic systems; accessibility & inclusive design; human-centered AI and explainability; UX metrics, analytics & reproducibility; trust, privacy & ethics in UX
(This special issue belongs to the Section Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering)
Emerging Technologies of Human–Computer Interaction, 2nd Edition
edited by
submission deadline 20 Dec 2026 | 1 articles | Viewed by 624 | Submission Open
Keywords: human–computer interaction; immersive environments; interaction models; smart environments; user experience
(This special issue belongs to the Section Computing and Artificial Intelligence)
Advances in Applications of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Software-Defined Radio (SDR) submission deadline 20 Dec 2026 | Viewed by 579 | Submission Open
Keywords: machine learning; deep learning; wireless communications; software-defined radio; modulations; wireless channel; 6G communications; spectrum sensing; cognitive radio
(This special issue belongs to the Section Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering)
The Smart Carbon Footprint Revolution—Examining Interdisciplinary Progress
edited by Shaohua Liu and
submission deadline 20 Dec 2026 | Viewed by 571 | Submission Open
Keywords: carbon footprint measurement; dynamics analysis; digital governance; AI-driven modeling; green computing; next-generation communications; energy-saving technology; smart cities
(This special issue belongs to the Section Computing and Artificial Intelligence)
Anthropometric and Body Composition Assessments in Health, Nutrition, and Sport
edited by
submission deadline 20 Dec 2026 | 1 articles | Viewed by 560 | Submission Open
Keywords: body composition assessment techniques; anthropometry; densitometry; hydrometry; dual energy X-ray absorptiometry; computed tomography; ultrasound; infrared; magnetic resonance imaging; bioelectrical impedance analysis; 4 compartment model; 3D scanning; anthropometric indices; skinfolds; somatotype; phantom stratagem; malnutrition; stunting; wasting; overweight; obesity; frailty; sarcopenia; sarcopenic obesity; osteoporosis; metabolic biomarkers; masked obesity; eating disorders; metabolic syndrome; athletes; sports performance; chronic diseases; body image; psychological disorders; nutritional assessment; health assessment; pregnancy; infants; children; adolescents; elderly; ethnicity; gender; growth and development; sports
(This special issue belongs to the Section Applied Biosciences and Bioengineering)
Research on Biomechanics, Equipment Development, Motor Control and Learning of Human Movements: 2nd Edition
edited by Mingjiu Yu and
submission deadline 20 Dec 2026 | 1 articles | Viewed by 551 | Submission Open
Keywords: motion analysis; complicated human movements; everyday and vocational tasks; equipment design and development; ergonomics; biomechanical modeling; motor control; motor learning; biomechanical feedback training
(This special issue belongs to the Section Applied Biosciences and Bioengineering)
Monitoring and Analysis of Environmental Contaminants
edited by and Crinela Dumitrescu
submission deadline 20 Dec 2026 | Viewed by 539 | Submission Open
Keywords: environmental contaminants; heavy metals and potential toxic elements; radionuclides; microplastics; persistent organic pollutants; environmental monitoring; analytical techniques
(This special issue belongs to the Section Environmental Sciences)
Radiation and Environmental Effects on Electronic Devices: Reliability, Failure, and Protection
edited by
submission deadline 20 Dec 2026 | Viewed by 522 | Submission Open
Keywords: degradation; safety; testing; mission-critical electronic systems; failure analysis; mitigation
(This special issue belongs to the Section Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering)
AI-Powered Wearable Technologies and Applications
edited by Huaiyu Zhu, Haoyi Fan and
submission deadline 20 Dec 2026 | Viewed by 514 | Submission Open
Keywords: AI wearable hardware; wearable active health; special wearable devices
(This special issue belongs to the Section Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering)
Next-Gen Sensors: AI-Enhanced Detection and Applications
edited by Mengjie Zhang and Shuai Ma
submission deadline 20 Dec 2026 | Viewed by 511 | Submission Open
Keywords: AI; sensors; animal husbandry; pets; meat
(This special issue belongs to the Section Computing and Artificial Intelligence)
Signal Processing and Communication for Wireless Sensor Network—2nd Edition
edited by
submission deadline 20 Dec 2026 | Viewed by 497 | Submission Open
Keywords: distributed signal processing; sensing, detection, and estimation in sensor networks; communication and networking technologies; cross-layer optimization for sensor networks; machine learning techniques for sensor networks; energy-efficient implementation for sensor networks
(This special issue belongs to the Section Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering)
Applications of Ultrasonic Technology in Biomedical Sciences, 2nd Edition submission deadline 20 Dec 2026 | 1 articles | Viewed by 496 | Submission Open
Keywords: ultrasound; biomedicine; medical diagnosis; biosensor
(This special issue belongs to the Section Biomedical Engineering)
Privacy, Security and Protection Mechanisms for Trustworthy and Resilient AI Systems
edited by Orhan Ermiş
submission deadline 20 Dec 2026 | Viewed by 494 | Submission Open
Keywords: artificial intelligence; machine learning; large language models (LLMs); AI security and privacy
(This special issue belongs to the Section Computing and Artificial Intelligence)
Advances in Plasma Science and Technology for Sustainable and Emerging Applications submission deadline 20 Dec 2026 | 1 articles | Viewed by 481 | Submission Open
Keywords: plasma science; advanced technologies; interdisciplinary research; sustainable solutions; environmental applications; materials and nanotechnology; life sciences; system development; scalability; innovation
(This special issue belongs to the Section Applied Physics General)
Applications of Educational Technology and AI in Educational Settings
edited by
submission deadline 20 Dec 2026 | 1 articles | Viewed by 480 | Submission Open
Keywords: educational technology; MOOCs; AI in education; seamless learning; technology-enhanced learning; open education; adaptive learning; instructional design; learning experience design
(This special issue belongs to the Section Computing and Artificial Intelligence)
New Energy Materials and Devices
edited by Walid Dachraoui
submission deadline 20 Dec 2026 | Viewed by 475 | Submission Open
Keywords: energy materials; electrochemical devices; in situ characterization; operando microscopy; multiscale modeling; machine learning; degradation mechanisms; sustainable energy devices; interface engineering; device fabrication
(This special issue belongs to the Section Energy Science and Technology)
Challenges and Applications of Radiation Detectors
edited by
submission deadline 20 Dec 2026 | 1 articles | Viewed by 463 | Submission Open
Keywords: radiation detector; radiation detection technology; detector materials; energy resolution; radiation hardness; medical imaging detector; nuclear radiation monitoring; high-energy physics detector; environmental radiation detection; semiconductor detector; scintillation detector; detector miniaturization; radiation measurement; nuclear security; space radiation detection
(This special issue belongs to the Section Applied Physics General)
Functional Magnetic Materials and Devices: Recent Advances and Emerging Applications submission deadline 20 Dec 2026 | Viewed by 455 | Submission Open
Keywords: functional magnetic materials; devices; films; nanowires; sensors; electronic devices; diluted magnetic semiconductors
(This special issue belongs to the Section Materials Science and Engineering)
Electronics in Biomedical Engineering: Devices, Systems, and Innovations
edited by and Adson Ferreira Da Rocha
submission deadline 20 Dec 2026 | Viewed by 437 | Submission Open
Keywords: biomedical devices; bioelectronics; signal processing; systems modeling; digital twin; embedded systems; physiological sensors; translational research; AI and control in healthcare; medical device innovation
(This special issue belongs to the Section Biomedical Engineering)
Microfluidics and Biosensors in the Precision Medicine
edited by
submission deadline 20 Dec 2026 | Viewed by 437 | Submission Open
Keywords: microfluidic platforms; biosensors; precision medicine; micro-total analysis systems (μTASs); lab-on-a-chip (LOC) systems; organ-on-a-chip (OOC) platforms; point-of-care testing (POCT)
(This special issue belongs to the Section Biomedical Engineering)
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