Low-Dimensional Materials: From Synthesis to Application

Dear Colleagues,

The advent of low-dimensional materials, epitomized by two-dimensional (2D) systems such as graphene and its diverse analogs, has ushered in a transformative era for nanoscience and nanotechnology. Alongside these atomically thin sheets, one-dimensional (1D) nanostructures—including nanowires, nanotubes, and nanoribbons—have emerged as equally compelling platforms, exhibiting exceptional electrical, optical, and mechanical properties arising from quantum confinement and anisotropic structural features. Furthermore, ultrathin films with thicknesses approaching the atomic scale represent another rapidly advancing class of materials, offering remarkable tunability in composition, morphology, and interface characteristics. These unique traits make 1D nanostructures and ultrathin films promising candidates for next-generation devices, complementary to their 2D counterparts.

This Special Issue focuses on the comprehensive journey of these low-dimensional materials, from their controlled synthesis and precise characterization to their innovative integration into functional systems. We invite original research and review articles that explore novel synthesis methods (e.g., chemical vapor deposition, spin coating, electrochemical synthesis, exfoliation), advanced characterization techniques, mechanistic understanding of their emergent properties, and groundbreaking applications. Target areas include, but are not limited to, electronics, optoelectronics, thin-film technologies, energy storage and conversion, catalysis, sensors, and biomedical engineering. This collection aims to highlight recent breakthroughs and chart future directions in this rapidly evolving field.

Prof. Dr. Fatih Ersan
Guest Editor

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