Smart Superhydrophobic/Superoleophobic Surfaces with Stimuli-Responsive Wetting Behavior
A special issue of Biomimetics (ISSN 2313-7673). This special issue belongs to the section "Biomimetic Surfaces and Interfaces".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 20 July 2026 | Viewed by 34
Special Issue Editor
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
This Special Issue is dedicated to the study of advanced surfaces where extreme water- and oil-repellency can be dynamically controlled by external stimuli such as light, pH, temperature, or an electric field. A key focus will be placed on their emerging applications in agricultural science, particularly in vegetable crop improvement. For instance, the potential of these surfaces is now being explored for the development of advanced seed coatings and foliar sprays. By intelligently managing moisture, these coatings can be designed to enhance water retention and improve nutrient use efficiency in crops. Furthermore, the leaf surface microenvironment can be modified by such smart coatings, which could be used to reduce water loss through transpiration. This approach is considered a promising strategy for inducing drought tolerance in valuable vegetable species, and their stimuli-responsive nature allows for precise, on-demand control over plant physiological processes. Contributions that address novel material designs, mechanistic studies, and innovative applications in fields from oil–water separation to smart agriculture are highly encouraged.
Dr. Lu Tie
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- water- and oil-repellency
- vegetable crop
- water retention
- nutrient
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