Nanowires and Nanoparticles: Synthesis, Characterization and Applications

Dear Colleagues,

The development of nanowires and nanoparticles is one of the most dynamic and promising areas of nanoscience and nanotechnology. The controlled synthesis of these nanostructures enables the adjustment of their physical, chemical, and electronic properties, which significantly differ from those of their bulk counterparts. Owing to recent advances in the field, it is now possible to design nanowires and nanoparticles with precise geometries, hybrid compositions, and functionalized surfaces. This expands their potential use in strategic applications.

Characterization is crucial for understanding the relationship between structure, size, morphology, and properties. Advanced techniques such as electron microscopy, X-ray spectroscopy, and surface analysis have provided key insights into the optical, electronic, mechanical, and catalytic properties of materials. These studies enable the optimization of synthesis processes and the design of materials with specific functionalities.

Due to their relevance, nanowires and nanoparticles have been employed in multiple fields, including electronics, energy, catalysis, biomedicine, sensing, and agriculture. This Special Issue aims to compile original research and critical reviews that address advances in the synthesis, characterization, and applications of nanowires and nanoparticles, as well as those that promote the dissemination of knowledge regarding sustainable technologies.

Prof. Dr. Heriberto Cruz-Martínez
Prof. Dr. Omar Solorza-Feria
Dr. Hugo Rojas-Chávez
Guest Editors

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