Materials

Incorporating Advanced New or Recycled Materials in Reinforced Concrete Structures—Second Edition

edited by

Ayman El-Zohairy

,

Antonio Caggiano

and

Baoguo Han

submission deadline 20 Dec 2026 | Viewed by 236 | Submission Open

Keywords: rubberized concrete; composite materials; recycled materials; concrete 3D printing; sustainability; reinforced-concrete structures; finite Element analysis; experimental investigations; cementitious materials; (ultra-)high-performance concrete; novel concrete materials; fiber-reinforced concrete; recycled concrete

(This special issue belongs to the Section Construction and Building Materials)

Exploring Next-Generation Nanomaterials: Biological and Environmental Applications

edited by

Miruna Silvia Stan

and

Ionela-Cristina Voinea

submission deadline 20 Dec 2026 | Viewed by 234 | Submission Open

Keywords: nanomaterials; nanoparticles; biomaterials; advanced characterization; drug delivery; biomedical applications; cellular interactions

(This special issue belongs to the Section Advanced Nanomaterials and Nanotechnology)

Microstructural and Magnetic Properties of Amorphous and Nanocrystalline Alloys

edited by

Safia Alleg

and Benilde Costa

submission deadline 20 Dec 2026 | Viewed by 232 | Submission Open

Keywords: amorphous alloys; nanocrystalline alloys; magnetic properties; thermal stability; crystal structure; crystallization kinetics; melt spinning; mechanical alloying; anisotropy; phase composition

(This special issue belongs to the Section Metals and Alloys)

Advances in Machining and Joining Technologies for Metals and Alloys for Automotive Applications

edited by

Jacek Mucha

,

Lucian Lazarescu

and

Ján Slota

submission deadline 20 Dec 2026 | Viewed by 216 | Submission Open

Keywords: energetic processes; economics of joining processes; joint properties; hybrid joints; process control; joining dissimilar materials; lightweight hybrid sheet materials; microstructures; residual stress; numerical modeling; numerical simulations; joints in the prototypical structures; green technologies; Industry 5.0

(This special issue belongs to the Section Metals and Alloys)

Composite Materials in the Data-Driven Era

edited by

Tânia V. Pinto

and

Jhonny Rodrigues

submission deadline 20 Dec 2026 | Viewed by 211 | Submission Open

Keywords: composites; manufacturing techniques; mechanical properties; thermal properties; additive manufacturing; automated manufacturing; machine learning; data-driven characterisation

(This special issue belongs to the Section Advanced Composites)

Modeling of Failure and Fracture of Materials and Structures in Engineering

edited by

Dan Huang

, Weihua Fang and Zhiyuan Li

submission deadline 20 Dec 2026 | Viewed by 206 | Submission Open

Keywords: failure analysis; peridynamics; phase field method; SPH; DEM; coupling methods; dynamic fracture; multi-scale modeling; multi-physics modeling; data-driven failure analysis

(This special issue belongs to the Section Materials Simulation and Design)

Advances in Materials and Techniques in Dentistry, Oral Surgery and Orthodontics

edited by

Maria Francesca Sfondrini

and

Andrea Scribante

submission deadline 20 Dec 2026 | Viewed by 205 | Submission Open

Keywords: adhesives; aesthetic dentistry; aligners; archwires; behavioral science; biomimetic materials; bond strength; bonding interfaces; brackets; CAD/CAM; caries prevention; composites; dental hygiene; dental materials; dermatology; digital impressions; digital workflow; elastodontics; endodontics; fiber-reinforced composites; fixed appliances; fixed prosthodontics; fluoride; gnathology; implantology; lingual appliances; maxillofacial surgery; miniscrews; multi-disciplinary treatment; oral microbiology; orthodontics; otolaryngology; patient compliance; pediatric dentistry; periodontology; prosthodontics; radiography; remineralization; removable prosthodontics; restorative dentistry; retention; skeletal anchorage; titanium

(This special issue belongs to the Section Biomaterials)

Innovative Approaches for Enhancing Flame Retardancy in Polymeric Materials

edited by

Yaru Sun

and

Pingping Yang

submission deadline 20 Dec 2026 | Viewed by 203 | Submission Open

Keywords: polymeric materials; thermal management; thermal degradation; thermal decomposition; flame retardancy; flame retardant; fire behavior

(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymeric Materials)

Perovskite Optoelectronic Materials and Devices: Interface Engineering and Performance Optimization

edited by Yudi Wang,

Bing Yin

and Yantao Shi

submission deadline 20 Dec 2026 | Viewed by 201 | Submission Open

Keywords: perovskite optoelectronic materials; interface engineering; defect passivation; ion migration; charge transport layers; energy-level alignment; device stability; performance optimization; advanced characterization techniques

(This special issue belongs to the Section Electronic Materials)

Advances in Interfacial Dynamics and Multifunctional Applications of Water-Repellent Materials

edited by Cunjing Lv

submission deadline 20 Dec 2026 | Viewed by 200 | Submission Open

Keywords: wetting; interfacial phenomena; capillarity; surface tension; superhydrophobicity; water-repellent materials; nanofabrication; functional coatings; durability; droplet manipulation; self-cleaning surfaces; icephobicity/anti-icing; surface engineering; biomedical applications

(This special issue belongs to the Section Thin Films and Interfaces)

Advances in Polymer Additive Manufacturing: Process Optimization, Material Innovation and Sustainable Approaches

edited by Annamaria Gisario

submission deadline 20 Dec 2026 | Viewed by 196 | Submission Open

Keywords: additive manufacturing; polymers; process optimization; topology optimization; material design; sustainability; bio-based polymers; composite materials; 4D printing; mechanical characterization

(This special issue belongs to the Section Manufacturing Processes and Systems)

Design, Performance and Applications of Biocomposites

edited by

Marta Wójcik

,

Ivan Gajdos

and

Grzegorz Janowski

submission deadline 20 Dec 2026 | Viewed by 195 | Submission Open

Keywords: biocomposites; natural fillers; natural filler reinforcement; sustainable materials; environmentally friendly materials; biodegradable materials; fiber–matrix interface; composite performance; life cycle assessment; advanced composite applications

(This special issue belongs to the Section Biomaterials)

Thermochemical and Reactive Processing of Materials for Resource Recovery and Residue Valorization

edited by

Samy Yousef

submission deadline 20 Dec 2026 | Viewed by 192 | Submission Open

Keywords: thermochemical treatments; resource recovery; waste utilization pyrolysis; gasification; reactive processing of materials; hydrothermal; leaching; sustainable development goals

(This special issue belongs to the Section Green Materials)

2D Materials for Advanced Energy Storage

edited by

Tensangmu Lama Tamang

submission deadline 20 Dec 2026 | Viewed by 189 | Submission Open

Keywords: 2D materials; energy storage; supercapacitors; rechargeable batteries; hybrid architectures; charge-storage mechanism; Mxenes; graphene

(This special issue belongs to the Section Energy Materials)

Nanozymes for Biosynthesis and Biomedical Applications

edited by

Gang Wei

and

Zhiqiang Su

submission deadline 20 Dec 2026 | Viewed by 183 | Submission Open

Keywords: nanozymes; synthesis strategy; surface modification; biofunctionalization; biosynthesis; composites; hydrogels; biosensing; diagnostics; therapy; tissue engineering

(This special issue belongs to the Section Biomaterials)

Utilization of Low-Carbon Materials and Solid Waste

edited by

Khamphe Phoungthong

and Thitipone Suwunwong

submission deadline 20 Dec 2026 | Viewed by 181 | Submission Open

Keywords: waste management and utilization; pollution control technologies; biomass pyrolysis; carbon capture and utilization; nano-composited materials; bioinorganic materials; green synthesis; carbon materials

(This special issue belongs to the Section Green Materials)

Emerging Materials and Technologies for Advanced Semiconductor Packaging

edited by

Yue Gu

and

Yongjun Huo

submission deadline 20 Dec 2026 | Viewed by 178 | Submission Open

Keywords: hybrid bonding; soft electronic and photonic devices; co-packaged optics; thermal management; intrinsically soft materials; flexible and stretchable structures

(This special issue belongs to the Section Electronic Materials)

Advances in Chalcogenide and Oxide Nanostructures for Optoelectronics

edited by

Petronela Garoi

and

Ionel Stavarache

submission deadline 20 Dec 2026 | Viewed by 173 | Submission Open

Keywords: thin films; chalcogenides; oxide nanostructures; growth (PVD, MBE, CVD, ALD); structure characterization; surfaces and interfaces

(This special issue belongs to the Section Optical and Photonic Materials)

Advanced Computational Methods in Manufacturing Processes (2nd Edition)

edited by

Spyros Papaefthymiou

and

Dimitrios Manolakos

submission deadline 20 Dec 2026 | Viewed by 166 | Submission Open

Keywords: metals; multi scale modeling (from nano to micro, to meso and macro scale); rolling, extrusion, forging, drawing; additive manufacturing, 3D printing, SLM; microstructure–property relationships modeling; microstructure modeling; mechanical properties modeling; thermodynamic modeling; crystal plasticity modeling; phase field modeling; FEM and mumerical modeling; CFD and process modeling; machine learning and AI

(This special issue belongs to the Section Manufacturing Processes and Systems)

Grinding Technology: Theory and Application of Machining

edited by

Shuoshuo Qu

,

Chen Li

and Tianchen Zhao

submission deadline 20 Dec 2026 | Viewed by 164 | Submission Open

Keywords: grinding technology; precision and ultra-precision machining; material removal mechanism; advanced composites; surface integrity; green machining; micro-scale damage

(This special issue belongs to the Section Manufacturing Processes and Systems)

Advanced Functional Coatings for Surface Engineering: Deposition, Properties and Applications—Second Edition

edited by

Karol Kyzioł

submission deadline 20 Dec 2026 | Viewed by 160 | Submission Open

Keywords: surface modification; functional coatings; hybrid coatings; layered materials; surface properties; bio-functional coatings; drug delivery systems; anti-wear application; anti-corrosion protection; biocompatibility

(This special issue belongs to the Section Thin Films and Interfaces)

Advanced Materials and Applications in Prosthodontics

edited by

Pinar Cevik

and

Sudarat Kiat-amnuay

submission deadline 20 Dec 2026 | Viewed by 149 | Submission Open

Keywords: prosthodontics; digital dentistry; implant prosthodontics; dental implants; immediate loading; CAD/CAM; artificial intelligence; intraoral scanning; photogrammetry; 3D printing; digital workflow; maxillofacial prosthetics

(This special issue belongs to the Section Biomaterials)

Functional Coatings for Advanced Engineering Systems and Applications

edited by

Marcin Winnicki

and

Anna Gibas

submission deadline 20 Dec 2026 | Viewed by 148 | Submission Open

Keywords: surface functionalization; hybrid manufacturing; advanced engineering systems; protective coatings; energy-related coatings; biomedical coatings; digital materials characterization; artificial intelligence in coatings

(This special issue belongs to the Section Thin Films and Interfaces)

Structural Design and Mechanical Properties of Fiber Composites (Third Edition)

edited by

Yanxiang Wang

and Yujun Bai

submission deadline 20 Dec 2026 | Viewed by 146 | Submission Open

Keywords: carbon fiber; laminated; fibers; textiles; polymer composites

(This special issue belongs to the Section Advanced Composites)

Bioactivity of New Biomaterials

edited by

Sebastian Stach

,

Andrzej Swinarew

and Żaneta Garczyk-Mundała

submission deadline 20 Dec 2026 | Viewed by 137 | Submission Open

Keywords: biomaterials; bioactivity; surface analysis; biocompatibility; surface modification; tissue engineering; implants; atomic force microscopy; osseointegration; hemocompatibility

(This special issue belongs to the Section Biomaterials)

Surface Engineering and Nanostructured Interfaces for Advanced Optical Sensing Applications

edited by Arturo Ayon,

Gregory Guisbiers

and Alvaro Flores Pacheco

submission deadline 20 Dec 2026 | Viewed by 137 | Submission Open

Keywords: surface engineering; nanostructured interfaces; optical sensing; plasmonics; SERS; SPR/LSPR; functional coatings; biosensing; nanotechnology

(This special issue belongs to the Section Optical and Photonic Materials)

Advanced Glasses and Glass-Ceramics: Structures, Properties and Applications

edited by Zhencai Li and

Xusheng Qiao

submission deadline 20 Dec 2026 | Viewed by 127 | Submission Open

Keywords: glass–ceramics; microstructure–property relationships; crystallization kinetics; mechanical properties; optical properties; nucleation and growth; sintering; transparent ceramics; bioactive glasses

(This special issue belongs to the Section Advanced and Functional Ceramics and Glasses)

Advanced Coating Research for Metal Surface Protection (Second Edition)

edited by Nadia Ucciardello and

Daniele Almonti

submission deadline 20 Dec 2026 | Viewed by 115 | Submission Open

Keywords: coating; surface protection; FEA; LCA; processing; manufacturing; filler; abrasive resistance; corrosion resistance; graphene

(This special issue belongs to the Section Thin Films and Interfaces)

Advanced Metal–Organic Framework-Based Semiconductors: Design, Photocatalysis, and Functional Applications

edited by Muhammad Ikram

submission deadline 20 Dec 2026 | Viewed by 111 | Submission Open

Keywords: metal–organic frameworks; crystalline porous materials; organic ligands; tunable porous architectures; ultra-high specific surface areas; photocatalysis; gas storage

(This special issue belongs to the Section Porous Materials)

High Temperature Sintering and Properties of Polycrystalline and Composite Materials

edited by

Lucyna Jaworska

and

Dorota Tyrała

submission deadline 20 Dec 2026 | Viewed by 109 | Submission Open

Keywords: high-temperature sintering; ceramic; metals; composite; polycrystals; properties; microstructures; phase composition; wear; thermal resistance

(This special issue belongs to the Section Advanced Composites)

Development and Application of Multifunctional Protective Materials

edited by Jinji Sun

submission deadline 20 Dec 2026 | Viewed by 108 | Submission Open

Keywords: protective materials; functional modification; extreme-environment applications; corrosion resistance; mechanical properties

(This special issue belongs to the Section Corrosion)

Research on Metal Cutting, Casting, Forming, and Heat Treatment (Second Edition)

edited by

Hongchao Ji

,

Xuefeng Tang

and Zhen Jia

submission deadline 20 Dec 2026 | Viewed by 101 | Submission Open

Keywords: metal cutting; non-traditional cutting; composite cutting; metal forming; micro-forming; casting; molding technol-ogy; heat treatment; surface characterization; microstructure; innovative forming technology; molding technique; mechanical peening; pressure peening

(This special issue belongs to the Section Manufacturing Processes and Systems)

Emerging Nanostructured Materials for Chemical and Biological Sensing

edited by Congcong Zhu

submission deadline 20 Dec 2026 | Viewed by 97 | Submission Open

Keywords: nanostructured materials; chemical sensing; biological sensing; electrochemical transduction; on-site bioanalysis; environmental monitoring; multimodal nanosensors

(This special issue belongs to the Section Advanced Nanomaterials and Nanotechnology)

Advanced Polymer-Based Membrane Materials for Sustainable Energy and the Environment

edited by Shengyang Zhou

submission deadline 20 Dec 2026 | Viewed by 90 | Submission Open

Keywords: polymer-based membranes; nanofiller-enhanced membranes; ion and mass transport mechanisms; water purification; gas separation; energy storage and conversion

(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymeric Materials)

Functional Oxide Thin Film and Application

edited by Way Foong Lim

submission deadline 20 Dec 2026 | Viewed by 63 | Submission Open

Keywords: functional oxide thin films; thin-film deposition; interface engineering; multiferroics; transparent conducting oxides; energy materials; heterostructures; resistive switching; piezoelectrics; thermoelectrics

(This special issue belongs to the Section Thin Films and Interfaces)

High-Performance Lightweight Alloy Materials and Their Advanced Forming—Second Edition

edited by Xin Tong and Wencai Liu

submission deadline 21 Dec 2026 | Viewed by 196 | Submission Open

Keywords: magnesium alloys; aluminum alloys; titanium alloys; microstructure characterization; mechanical properties; forming technologies; casting; welding; additive manufacturing; heat treatment

(This special issue belongs to the Section Metals and Alloys)

High-Performance Alloys and Steels: Design, Processing, and Applications

edited by Shiwei Tian and Yonggang Yang

submission deadline 28 Dec 2026 | 6 articles | Viewed by 4865 | Submission Open

Keywords: high-performance alloys; advanced steel; alloy design; materials processing; mechanical properties

(This special issue belongs to the Section Metals and Alloys)

Sustainability in Asphalt, Concrete and Pavement Materials: Design, Performance, and Characterization (Second Edition)

edited by

Wentao Wang

and

Quantao Liu

submission deadline 30 Dec 2026 | 6 articles | Viewed by 3268 | Submission Open

Keywords: sustainability; asphalt materials; concrete materials; pavement materials; construction; mixed design; performance evaluation; damage mechanism; features characterization; durability

(This special issue belongs to the Section Construction and Building Materials)

Materials Containing Silicon, Its Inorganic Derivatives, Functional Silanes, and/or Organosilicon Polymers—2nd Edition

edited by

Jerzy J. Chruściel

and

Anna Kowalewska

submission deadline 30 Dec 2026 | 3 articles | Viewed by 2992 | Submission Open

Keywords: silica annd silicates—applications in materials science; silicon containing polymers and materials; chemistry, technology and applications of silicones; applications of silane coupling agents (SCA); polysilsesquioxanes (POSS); modification of polymeric materials with silanes, silicates and silicones; nanomaterials, composites and nanocomposites; superhydrofobic materials; medical applications of silicones

(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymeric Materials)

Advanced Materials, Processes and Systems for Electrochemical/Thermochemical Devices

edited by

Alessandro Dell'Era

submission deadline 30 Dec 2026 | 1 articles | Viewed by 1232 | Submission Open

Keywords: fuel cells; electrolyzers; advanced materials for hydrogen storage; catalysts for hydrogen production; electrochemical conversion processes; engineering and optimization; advanced integrated energy systems

(This special issue belongs to the Section Energy Materials)

Progress and Challenges of Rubber Materials

edited by

Jan Kruzelak

and

Ivan Hudec

submission deadline 30 Dec 2026 | 1 articles | Viewed by 1006 | Submission Open

Keywords: rubber; compounds; composites; smart materials; vulcanization; fillers; additives; testing; processing; sustainability; recycling

(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymeric Materials)

Machine Learning in Construction Materials: Advances and Applications

edited by Junxing Zheng and Peng Cao

submission deadline 30 Dec 2026 | Viewed by 483 | Submission Open

Keywords: machine learning and deep learning; data-driven material modeling; cementitious materials; construction materials; numerical modeling; fracture modeling; durability modeling

(This special issue belongs to the Section Construction and Building Materials)

Materials for Dentistry: Experiments and Practice

edited by

Grzegorz Chladek

submission deadline 31 Dec 2026 | 7 articles | Viewed by 7388 | Submission Open

Keywords: dental materials; orthodontic materials; maxillofacial surgery materials; prosthetic materials; restorative materials; mouthguards; biomaterials; polymers; clinical performance; composites; metals and metal alloys; ceramics; cements; surface modifications; antimicrobial properties; biological properties; cytotoxicity; mechanical properties; functional properties; aesthetic properties; wear; oral environment; nanomaterials; biofilm; materials technologies; additive technologies; CAD/CAM technologies; 3D printing

(This special issue belongs to the Section Biomaterials)

Eco-Friendly Materials for Sustainable Buildings

edited by

Elnaz Esmizadeh

submission deadline 31 Dec 2026 | 4 articles | Viewed by 5302 | Submission Open

Keywords: sustainable building material; green construction; bio-based construction materials; lifecycle assessment; circular economy in construction; recycled construction materials

(This special issue belongs to the Section Construction and Building Materials)

Carbon Fiber-Reinforced Polymers (3rd Edition)

edited by

Francesca Lionetto

submission deadline 31 Dec 2026 | 5 articles | Viewed by 5043 | Submission Open

Keywords: carbon fibers; thermosetting resins; thermoplastic matrix composites; manufacturing technologies; joining multiscale composites; recycling sustainability

(This special issue belongs to the Section Polymeric Materials)

Multifunctional Materials for Biomedical, Cosmetic, and Purification Applications

edited by

Agnieszka Gładysz-Płaska

submission deadline 31 Dec 2026 | 3 articles | Viewed by 3076 | Submission Open

Keywords: biomaterials; biopolymers; nanomaterials; carbon nanotubes; metal oxides; graphene; layered double hydroxides

(This special issue belongs to the Section Biomaterials)

Advanced Materials and Numerical Approaches for Biomedical Engineering, Biomechanics and Safety Applications

edited by

Mariusz Ptak

,

Kamil Sybilski

and

Rafał Kubacki

submission deadline 31 Dec 2026 | 2 articles | Viewed by 2847 | Submission Open

Keywords: biomaterials; mechanical properties; tissue engineering; biodegradable materials; modeling; implants; numerical methods; biomedical engineering

(This special issue belongs to the Section Biomaterials)

From Waste to Value: Advanced Materials for Integrated Pollution Management and Circular Economy

edited by Renlong Liu and

Facheng Qiu

submission deadline 31 Dec 2026 | 3 articles | Viewed by 2508 | Submission Open

Keywords: waste-derived functional materials; porous adsorbents; catalytic materials; photocatalysts; electrocatalysts; membrane materials; metal–organic frameworks (MOFs); layered double hydroxides (LDHs); biochar-based materials; geopolymers

(This special issue belongs to the Section Green Materials)

High-Entropy Materials: Multi-Scale Design and Behavior Under Extreme Conditions

edited by

,

, Jianbao Zhang,

and

submission deadline 31 Dec 2026 | 4 articles | Viewed by 2382 | Submission Open

Keywords: high-entropy; mechanical properties; irradiation damage; friction and wear; corrosion; atomic-scale simulation; machine-learning; additive manufacturing

(This special issue belongs to the Section Metals and Alloys)

Innovative and Eco-Friendly Materials in the Automotive Industry

edited by

Andrzej Borawski

submission deadline 31 Dec 2026 | 3 articles | Viewed by 1739 | Submission Open

Keywords: automotive; materials; eco-friendly; innovative; composite; vehicles; car parts

(This special issue belongs to the Section Green Materials)

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