Functional Nanomaterials and Composites: From Design Towards Energy & Environmental Applications
A special issue of Molecules (ISSN 1420-3049). This special issue belongs to the section "Nanochemistry".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 July 2026 | Viewed by 6
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Interests: nanomaterials and processes; carbonaceous materials; energy conversion and storage; environmental remediation; materials characterization
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Interests: micro and nanomagnetic materials; micromagnetic simulations; thin films and nanomaterials; HRTEM and electron holography; material characterization
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
The rapidly advancing field of nanomaterials and composites holds significant promise for addressing critical global challenges, particularly in energy and environmental applications. This Special Issue, titled "Functional Nanomaterials and Composites: From Design Towards Energy & Environmental Applications," explores the innovative design, fabrication, and integration of functional nanomaterials and composite systems, with a focus on their potential to revolutionize sustainable energy solutions and environmental remediation.
Nanomaterials, due to their unique structural and chemical properties, offer unparalleled opportunities for enhancing energy storage, conversion, and efficiency. Similarly, nanocomposites, which combine the versatility of nanoscale materials with traditional bulk materials, are paving the way for the development of advanced, high-performance products that contribute to cleaner, more efficient energy systems. This Special Issue highlights cutting-edge research on the design principles, functionalization, and characterization techniques for these materials, emphasizing their role in solar energy, battery technologies, environmental sensing, and pollution control.
As the world strives to transition towards sustainable practices, functional nanomaterials and composites are at the forefront of efforts to create cleaner, more efficient technologies. This collection of research provides valuable insights for scientists, engineers, and policymakers seeking to harness the power of nanotechnology to address energy and environmental challenges.
Dr. Edgar Mosquera-Vargas
Dr. Luis Alfredo Rodríguez
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- nanomaterials
- composites
- energy applications
- environmental remediation
- sustainable technologies
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