Advanced Enzyme–Nanomaterial Hybrids for the Remediation of Emerging Contaminants
A special issue of Catalysts (ISSN 2073-4344). This special issue belongs to the section "Environmental Catalysis".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 November 2026 | Viewed by 179
Editors
Interests: delivery systems; nanoparticles; enzyme therapy; cell signaling molecules; natural compounds
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Dear Colleagues,
The Special Issue “Advanced Enzyme–Nanomaterial Hybrids for the Remediation of Emerging Contaminants” aims to highlight cutting-edge research that integrates enzymatic catalysis with advanced nanomaterials to address the growing challenge of environmental pollutants. Emerging contaminants, including pharmaceuticals, endocrine-disrupting chemicals, dyes, pesticides, and industrial micropollutants, are increasingly detected in water and soil, yet conventional treatment technologies often fail to remove them efficiently. Enzyme–nanomaterial hybrid systems offer a promising translational solution by combining the high specificity and catalytic efficiency of enzymes with the stability and recyclable properties of nanostructured materials. This Special Issue welcomes the submission of contributions exploring novel hybrid platforms, including enzyme immobilization on nanoparticles, nanozymes, bio-inspired catalytic systems, and nanostructured supports that enhance enzyme stability and activity under real environmental conditions. Studies addressing reactor design, scalability, environmental safety, and integration into wastewater treatment technologies are particularly encouraged. By bridging fundamental catalysis with practical environmental engineering, this collection aims to accelerate the development of sustainable, deployable technologies for the remediation of pollutants.
Prof. Dr. Masood Alam Khan
Prof. Dr. Hina Younus
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- enzyme–nanomaterial hybrids
- emerging contaminant remediation
- nanozymes and biocatalysis
- enzyme immobilization on nanomaterials
- advanced wastewater treatment
- sustainable environmental nanotechnology
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