Biologically-Derived Nanomaterials: Synthesis, Functionalization and Applications in Environmental and Circular Technologies
A special issue of Molecules (ISSN 1420-3049). This special issue belongs to the section "Nanochemistry".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 January 2027 | Viewed by 4
Editors
Interests: green synthesis of nanomaterials; biomass-derived materials; water treatment technologies; circular economy; environmental remediation; advanced functional materials
Interests: advanced oxidation processes; green processes; agroindustrial waste valorization; biochemical engineering; microalgae; pesticide removal; wastewater treatment; value-added compounds
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Interests: waste; pollution; arsenic; chromium; adsorption; coagulation; oxidation; ozonation; micropollutants; water reuse
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Biologically-derived nanomaterials are emerging as a key class of sustainable materials for addressing critical environmental challenges. Their synthesis from renewable resources and industrial or agricultural waste streams offers a unique opportunity to integrate advanced nanotechnology with circular economy principles. This Special Issue aims to collect high-quality contributions on the green synthesis, functionalization, and application of biologically derived nanomaterials, with particular emphasis on environmental remediation and resource recovery. Topics of interest include, but are not limited to, nanomaterials derived from biomass and waste, eco-friendly synthesis routes, catalytic and photocatalytic systems, and nanostructured materials for water treatment and pollutant removal. Special attention will be given to innovative approaches that bridge laboratory-scale research with real-world applications, including industrial processes, environmental technologies, and sustainable production systems. Contributions highlighting scalability, performance, and environmental impact are particularly encouraged. This Special Issue seeks to provide a comprehensive overview of recent advances while promoting interdisciplinary collaboration in the fields of green chemistry, nanotechnology, and circular environmental solutions.
Dr. Giorgio Lesci
Prof. Dr. Antonio Zuorro
Prof. Dr. Ioannis Katsoyiannis
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- green synthesis
- nanomaterials
- biomass-derived materials
- water treatment
- environmental remediation
- circular economy
- photocatalysis
- waste valorisation
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