Advancements in Silicon-Based Materials: Synthesis, Properties and Applications
A special issue of Molecules (ISSN 1420-3049). This special issue belongs to the section "Materials Chemistry".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 October 2025 | Viewed by 17
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Interests: biowastes; circular economy; green chemistry; catalysis; environmental science; sol–gel technique; functionalized supports
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Dear Colleagues,
Advances in silica-based materials have attracted considerable attention in recent years, particularly in their synthesis and applications. The synthesis of polymeric/mesoporous silica nanocomposites has provided versatile materials for drug delivery systems, highlighting the innovative potential of these compounds in biomedical applications, particularly in their ability to control drug release through tailored polymer grafting. Furthermore, some researchers have delved into the properties of doped silicon nanocrystals, highlighting the unique challenges posed by surface chemistry and the influence of size and shape on doping efficiency. Their comprehensive review underscores the importance of understanding these parameters to fully realize the potential of silicon nanocrystals in various applications.
Porous silica particles have been used as catalyst supports in heterogeneous catalysis. Mesoporous silica particles exhibit ordered porosity, have a high surface area, and show good chemical stability. These interesting structural and textural properties make porous silica an attractive material for use as catalyst supports in various heterogeneous catalysis reactions.
With the goal of increasing food shelf-life and improving food safety, there has been growing interest in edible films carrying antimicrobials. These films represent an additional stress factor in food preservation due to their potential to slowly release the antimicrobials they contain, helping to maintain their stability and maintaining high concentrations of the active ingredient where needed. Additionally, they can reduce the amount of traditional packaging material used, contributing to environmental protection and reducing packaging costs.
Dr. Patricia Graciela Vázquez
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- silica synthesis: acidic and/or basic
- sol-gel technique
- synthesis of polymer/mesoporous silica nanocomposites
- silica
- characterization of silicate
- citrus waste on silica
- supports for catalysts
- antimicrobial silica
- circular economy
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