Nanomaterials in Environmental Remediation: Innovative Applications and Solutions

Dear Colleagues,

Nanomaterials have advanced the environmental remediation field by providing cutting-edge solutions for pollution control and ecosystem restoration. Their unique properties—such as high surface area, reactivity, and tunable surface chemistry—make them highly effective for removing various contaminants from polluted air, water, and soil. This Special Issue highlights the latest advancements in nanomaterial-based remediation strategies, including metal and metal oxide nanoparticles, carbon-based nanomaterials (e.g., graphene, carbon nanotubes), nanobioceramics, polymers, polymeric nanocomposites, etc. This Special Issue welcomes contributions on the applications of these nanomaterials, such as adsorption, photocatalysis, chemical degradation, and nanofiltration membranes, to highlight their effectiveness in removing heavy metals, organic pollutants, and microbial contaminants from contaminated air, water, and soil. Future perspectives emphasize the development of eco-friendly, biodegradable nanomaterials and green synthesis approaches. Despite nanomaterials’ potential, challenges remain regarding their environmental safety and large-scale implementation. This Special Issue addresses concerns about nanotoxicity, long-term environmental impact, and the need for cost-effective, sustainable alternatives. Therefore, articles and review papers that address all these aspects are particularly encouraged.

Dr. Daniela Predoi
Prof. Dr. Carmen Cîmpeanu
Dr. Carmen Steluta Ciobanu
Guest Editors

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