Micro-Nano Photonics: From Design and Fabrication to Application

Dear Colleagues,

The macroscopic functionality of optical and photonic devices is governed not only by material composition, but also crucially by the deliberate design of micro/nanoarchitectures. Precisely engineered structures such as photonic crystals, metasurfaces, and liquid-crystal systems allow for the sophisticated manipulation of light–matter interactions, enabling unprecedented control over wavefront dynamics, polarization states, and phase modulation. These capabilities have unlocked groundbreaking advances in high-resolution imaging, cross-disciplinary optical applications, and next-generation displays (e.g., AR, VR, holography, and micro-LED). While micro/nanofabrication bridges theoretical designs with functional devices, critical challenges persist in hybrid-material processing, precision alignment, field-driven reconfigurability, and scalable manufacturing. Overcoming these bottlenecks is essential for realizing the full transformative potential of micro/nanophotonic systems.

Accordingly, this Special Issue welcomes contributions that focus on (1) novel fabrication strategies—ranging from laser-based techniques and advanced lithography to self-assembly, 3D printing, microfluidics, and hybrid methodologies—geared toward realizing emergent photonic functionalities, and (2) cutting-edge applications of micro/nanoarchitectures spanning consumer electronics, industrial instrumentation, defense systems, and space technologies.

Dr. Jin-Kun Guo
Prof. Dr. Tianzi Shen
Dr. Chaoping Chen
Guest Editors

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