Surface and Interface Science and Engineering for the Society of the Future

Dear Colleagues,

Surface and interface science and engineering have a central role in addressing major societal challenges that, without being exhaustive, include the transition to renewable energy, pollution mitigation and remediation, saving of critical raw materials, food security and health science. Accordingly, we launch this new Special Issue of Coatings that will collect original research articles and review papers. Contributions will focus on the fundamentals and application of surface and interface science and engineering and will emphasize the potential of the covered subject in addressing these important societal challenges.

We look forward to receiving your contribution.

Dr. Alessandro Lavacchi
Guest Editor

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