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Quantum Dots and Micro-LED Display, 3rd Edition
edited by Hao-Chung Kuo and
submission deadline 10 Aug 2025 | 1 articles | Viewed by 1352 | Submission Open
Keywords: perovskite quantum dots; Cd-free quantum dots; IR quantum dots; micro-LED displays
(This special issue belongs to the Section Nanophotonics Materials and Devices)
Nanoscale Thermoelectric Materials: Advanced Synthesis and Characterisation Approaches
edited by and Theodora Kyratsi
submission deadline 13 Aug 2025 | 2 articles | Viewed by 1777 | Submission Open
Keywords: thermoelectrics (TEs); nanomaterials; electron microscopy; nanostructural properties; phase separation; doping; TE properties; thermal conductivity; figure of merit; environmental sustainability; energy harvesting
(This special issue belongs to the Section Nanoelectronics, Nanosensors and Devices)
The Interaction of Electron Phenomena on the Mesoscopic Scale
edited by and Laijun Liu
submission deadline 15 Aug 2025 | 17 articles | Viewed by 19073 | Submission Open
Keywords: nanomaterial; interacting electron phenomena; mechanics; thermology; optics; electricity; magnetism
(This special issue belongs to the Section Physical Chemistry at Nanoscale)
Applications of Nanomaterials in Biomedical Imaging and Cancer Therapy: 3rd Edition
edited by
submission deadline 15 Aug 2025 | 5 articles | Viewed by 9172 | Submission Open
Keywords: nanomaterials; biomedical imaging; cancer therapy; nanoparticles; targeted drug delivery; photothermal therapy; photodynamic therapy; quantum dots; magnetic nanoparticles; theranostics
(This special issue belongs to the Section Biology and Medicines)
Advanced Nanotechnology in Intelligent Flexible Devices
edited by Zhiqiang Ma and
submission deadline 15 Aug 2025 | 4 articles | Viewed by 7492 | Submission Open
Keywords: nanomaterials/nanostructures; biomimetic engineering; flexible devices; functional surfaces; soft electronics; artificial intelligence; smart applications
(This special issue belongs to the Section Nanoelectronics, Nanosensors and Devices)
Structural Modeling and Theoretical Study of Low-Dimensional Materials
edited by Xiao-Chun Wang and Xilian Jin
submission deadline 15 Aug 2025 | 6 articles | Viewed by 5576 | Submission Open
Keywords: low-dimensional materials; nanomaterials; theoretical study; first-principle calculation; condensed matter physics; electronic structure; energy storage and conversion
(This special issue belongs to the Section Theory and Simulation of Nanostructures)
Self-Powered Flexible Sensors Based on Triboelectric Nanogenerators
edited by
submission deadline 15 Aug 2025 | 3 articles | Viewed by 4931 | Submission Open
Keywords: triboelectric nanogenerator; self-powered sensors; flexible electronics; wearable electronics
(This special issue belongs to the Section Nanoelectronics, Nanosensors and Devices)
Applications of 2D Materials in Nanoelectronics
edited by , and Ambra Guarnaccio
submission deadline 15 Aug 2025 | 3 articles | Viewed by 2919 | Submission Open
Keywords: nanoelectronics; 2D materials; applications
(This special issue belongs to the Section Nanoelectronics, Nanosensors and Devices)
Novel Carbon-Based Nanomaterials as Green Catalysts
edited by Qingshan Zhao
submission deadline 15 Aug 2025 | 2 articles | Viewed by 2471 | Submission Open
Keywords: nanomaterials; carbon; graphene; biomass; lignin; green catalysts; nonmetallic catalysts; electrocatalysis; oxygen reduction reaction; sustainable
(This special issue belongs to the Section Energy and Catalysis)
Semiconductor Nanowires and Devices
edited by Nikolay Petkov
submission deadline 15 Aug 2025 | 1 articles | Viewed by 1607 | Submission Open
Keywords: nanoelectronics; nanophotonics; thermoelectrics; energy conversion and storage; sensing; Si; Ge; Sn; III– V nanowires
(This special issue belongs to the Section Nanoelectronics, Nanosensors and Devices)
State-of-the-Art Optical Nanostructures, Metasurfaces, and Photonic Devices submission deadline 15 Aug 2025 | 1 articles | Viewed by 752 | Submission Open
Keywords: nanophotonics; tunable materials; optical resonances; plasmonic metastructures; high-refractive-index materials; Mie resonances; directional scattering; Kerker effect; quantum technologies; optical communications
(This special issue belongs to the Section Nanophotonics Materials and Devices)
Nanomaterials for Thermoelectric Applications
edited by Min Hong and Ady Suwardi
submission deadline 15 Aug 2025 | Viewed by 316 | Submission Open
Keywords: thermoelectric materials; thermal conductivity; electrical conductivity; seebeck coefficient; nanostructuring; phonon scattering; nanofabrication techniques; surface and interface engineering; nanoscale device applications
(This special issue belongs to the Section Nanoelectronics, Nanosensors and Devices)
Polymer Nanocomposites for Sensors and Actuators, Flexible Thermoelectric Materials and Devices
edited by Aimin Zhang and
submission deadline 15 Aug 2025 | Viewed by 150 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymer nanocomposite; sensors; actuators; flexibility; thermoelectric materials; wearable electronics
(This special issue belongs to the Section Nanoelectronics, Nanosensors and Devices)
Optoelectronic and Photoluminescent Properties of Quantum Dots
edited by
submission deadline 15 Aug 2025 | Viewed by 136 | Submission Open
Keywords: quantum dots; semiconductor nanocrystals; optoelectronic and photoluminescent properties; excited state; surface ligands; optoelectronic devices; biomedical applications
(This special issue belongs to the Section Nanophotonics Materials and Devices)
Nanomaterials-Based Display Devices, Flexible/Wearable Electronic Devices and Systems
edited by and Qiao Chen
submission deadline 16 Aug 2025 | Viewed by 236 | Submission Open
Keywords: nanomaterials/nanostructures; biomimetic engineering; flexible devices; functional surfaces; soft electronics; artificial intelligence; smart applications; strain sensing; frictional electric sensing
(This special issue belongs to the Section Nanoelectronics, Nanosensors and Devices)
Nanomaterials for Matrix-Free Laser Desorption/Ionization Mass Spectrometry submission deadline 18 Aug 2025 | 1 articles | Viewed by 849 | Submission Open
Keywords: laser desorption/ionization; MALDI; mass spectrometry; NALDI; nanomaterials; SALDI
(This special issue belongs to the Section Nanophotonics Materials and Devices)
Multiscale Modeling and Characterization Technique of Advanced Nanostructured Materials for Extreme Service
edited by and Feida Chen
submission deadline 20 Aug 2025 | 7 articles | Viewed by 8688 | Submission Open
Keywords: multiscale modeling; nanostructured materials; advanced materials; extreme environments; machine learning; material characterization; finite element analysis; atomistic simulation; Monte Carlo method
(This special issue belongs to the Section Theory and Simulation of Nanostructures)
Prospects of Nanocomposites in CO₂ Emission Reduction and Conversion
edited by Xiaoli Yang
submission deadline 20 Aug 2025 | 1 articles | Viewed by 602 | Submission Open
Keywords: CO2 utilization; CO2 reduction; nanocomposite catalysts; catalyst efficiency; reaction mechanisms
(This special issue belongs to the Section Nanocomposite Materials)
Carbon Nanomaterials for Photonics and Optoelectronics
edited by Ying Wang
submission deadline 20 Aug 2025 | Viewed by 161 | Submission Open
Keywords: carbon-based nanomaterials; ultrafast photonics; optical microstructures; novel device architecture; light-emitting devices; photodetectors and image sensors; solar cells; in-sensor optoelectronic computing
(This special issue belongs to the Section Nanophotonics Materials and Devices)
Thermal Transport in Nanostructured Materials submission deadline 20 Aug 2025 | Viewed by 158 | Submission Open
Keywords: thermal transport; nanostructured materials; nanocomposites; thermal energy; thermophysical properties; nanomaterials design
(This special issue belongs to the Section Energy and Catalysis)
Mechanical Behavior of Polymer Nanocomposites
edited by Jiabin Sun
submission deadline 20 Aug 2025 | Viewed by 103 | Submission Open
Keywords: nanocomposites; materials properties; structural failure; theoretical models; numerical methods
(This special issue belongs to the Section Nanocomposite Materials)
III-Nitride Semiconductors: Design, Characterization, Applications, and Devices
edited by Jing Yang
submission deadline 22 Aug 2025 | 9 articles | Viewed by 14410 | Submission Open
Keywords: III-nitride semiconductor epitaxial growth; laser diodes; light-emitting diodes; photodetectors; transistors
(This special issue belongs to the Section Nanoelectronics, Nanosensors and Devices)
Nanostructured Biomass-Based Materials for Energy Storage and Environmental Remediation
edited by , Jinxing Wang, Guang Hu and Weiqiang Sun
submission deadline 22 Aug 2025 | 3 articles | Viewed by 3225 | Submission Open
Keywords: biomass-based composites; intelligent biomass-based materials; biomass-modified electrolytes; electrode materials; supercapacitors; pollutant treatment; air purification; reusable adsorbents
(This special issue belongs to the Section Nanocomposite Materials)
Design of Nanocatalysts and Electrodes: Application to Fuel Cell and Water Electrolysis (Second Edition)
edited by
submission deadline 22 Aug 2025 | 1 articles | Viewed by 877 | Submission Open
Keywords: fabrication of electrocatalysts; new design of electrodes and nanomaterials; oxygen reduction reaction; hydrogen oxidation reaction; methanol oxidation reaction; oxygen evolution reaction; hydrogen evolution reaction; fuel cell; water electrolysis; hydrogen production and storage
(This special issue belongs to the Section Energy and Catalysis)
Optoelectronic Nanomaterials and Nanodevices for Neuromorphic Application
edited by Ya Lin
submission deadline 22 Aug 2025 | 1 articles | Viewed by 762 | Submission Open
Keywords: nanomaterials and nanodevices; memristor; photosensor; phototransistor; optoelectronic synaptic devices; neuromorphic system; artificial vision; sensory functions
(This special issue belongs to the Section Nanophotonics Materials and Devices)
Nanowires: Growth, Properties, and Applications
edited by Jianlei Kuang
submission deadline 22 Aug 2025 | 1 articles | Viewed by 561 | Submission Open
Keywords: nanowires; growth mechanism; composites; functional material; device; theoretical calculation
(This special issue belongs to the Section Nanoelectronics, Nanosensors and Devices)
The Application of Metal Nanowires in Flexible and Stretchable Electronics
edited by Shuxin Li and Ni Liu
submission deadline 22 Aug 2025 | Viewed by 155 | Submission Open
Keywords: metal nanowires; flexible electronics; stretchable electronics; synthesis and surface modification; wearable electronics; hybrid nanomaterials; energy storage devices; mechanical properties and durability
(This special issue belongs to the Section Nanoelectronics, Nanosensors and Devices)
Application of Nanomaterials in Novel Energy Storage Devices
edited by and Hao Li
submission deadline 22 Aug 2025 | Viewed by 148 | Submission Open
Keywords: nanomaterials; electrode; energy storage; application; devices; electrolytes
(This special issue belongs to the Section Nanoelectronics, Nanosensors and Devices)
Sulfur-Based Nanomaterials for Secondary Batteries submission deadline 22 Aug 2025 | Viewed by 125 | Submission Open
Keywords: sulfur cathodes; transition metal sulfides; Li-S batteries; Mg batteries; K batteries; Na batteries; Li polysulfides; shuttling mechanism
(This special issue belongs to the Section Energy and Catalysis)
Nanosafety and Nanotoxicology: Current Opportunities and Challenges
edited by and Andrea Zijno
submission deadline 23 Aug 2025 | 6 articles | Viewed by 7718 | Submission Open
Keywords: nanomaterial cytotoxicity testing; nanomaterial genotoxicity testing; nanosafety; new approach methodologies (NAMs); safe and sustainable-by-design (SSbD) approaches; in silico methodologies; FAIR approach
(This special issue belongs to the Section Environmental Nanoscience and Nanotechnology)
Research for Food Contact Materials and Sensors Based on Nanomaterials
edited by Pengcheng Nie
submission deadline 25 Aug 2025 | 2 articles | Viewed by 1597 | Submission Open
Keywords: functional nanomaterials; nanoscale identification; contaminant monitoring; novel analytical techniques; rapid detection device; food quality and safety
(This special issue belongs to the Section Nanoelectronics, Nanosensors and Devices)
Design, Functionalization and Applications of Metal–Organic Framework (MOF)-Based Nanomaterials
edited by Zhongyu Yang, Zoe Armstrong and Li Feng
submission deadline 25 Aug 2025 | 1 articles | Viewed by 915 | Submission Open
Keywords: metal– organic frameworks; nanomaterials; functionalization and size control in MOFs; functionalization of nanoparticles; enzyme encapsulation in MOFs; enzyme immobilization on nanomaterials; MOFs in photochemistry/physics; MOFs in chemical/biochemical catalysis; MOFs in environmental protection; MOFs in controlled delivery
(This special issue belongs to the Section Synthesis, Interfaces and Nanostructures)
Research on the Tribological and Lubricating Performance of Nanomaterials
edited by Gengrui Zhao and Yawen Yang
submission deadline 25 Aug 2025 | Viewed by 252 | Submission Open
Keywords: nano-tribology; anti-wear nanomaterials; friction and wear at micro- and nanoscales; self-lubricating nanocomposites
(This special issue belongs to the Section Nanocomposite Materials)
Functional Nanocomposites: From Strategic Design to Applications: 2nd Edition submission deadline 25 Aug 2025 | Viewed by 155 | Submission Open
Keywords: nanocomposites; nanoparticles; nanotubes; nanowires; nanorods; nanosheets
Mechanics and Physics of Low-Dimensional Materials and Structures
edited by Shuze Zhu
submission deadline 25 Aug 2025 | Viewed by 118 | Submission Open
Keywords: low-dimensional materials and structures; mechanical performance; deformation-coupled multiphysics properties; nanowires; nanotubes; 2D materials; 2D polymers; structural engineering; van der Waals structures
(This special issue belongs to the Section Nanofabrication and Nanomanufacturing)
Synthesis and Applications of Anisotropic Nanoparticles
edited by
submission deadline 27 Aug 2025 | 1 articles | Viewed by 2093 | Submission Open
Keywords: anisotropic nanoparticles; directionality; nanorods; nanodumbbells; nanoplates; nanostars; nanowires; polyhedral; Janus; synthesis; assembly; structure– properties
(This special issue belongs to the Section Synthesis, Interfaces and Nanostructures)
Advances in Green Nanotechnology: From Nanoparticles' Green Synthesis to Their Applications in Engineering
edited by , and Beatriz D. Cardoso
submission deadline 29 Aug 2025 | 5 articles | Viewed by 12594 | Submission Open
Keywords: green synthesis; biosynthesis; biological synthesis; sustainable chemistry; nanomaterials; nanoparticles; engineering applications
(This special issue belongs to the Section Nanofabrication and Nanomanufacturing)
Polymer-Based Nanomaterials for Pharmaceutical, Biomedical and Environmental Applications—New Trends, Benefits and Future Opportunities submission deadline 29 Aug 2025 | 3 articles | Viewed by 4166 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymer-based nanomaterials; nanoparticles; biodegradation; pharmacy; biomedicine; environment; cyrcular economy
(This special issue belongs to the Section Biology and Medicines)
Epitaxial Growth of III-Nitride Hetero- and Nanostructures
edited by Shizhao Fan and Ping Wang
submission deadline 29 Aug 2025 | 2 articles | Viewed by 4036 | Submission Open
Keywords: III-nitride heterostructure; two-dimensional electron gas; high-electron-mobility transistor; scandium-doped aluminum nitride; ferroelectric; micro-LEDs; acoustic-wave devices
(This special issue belongs to the Section Nanoelectronics, Nanosensors and Devices)
Nano Surface Engineering: 2nd Edition
edited by , and
submission deadline 29 Aug 2025 | 5 articles | Viewed by 3848 | Submission Open
Keywords: surface engineering; nanomaterials; nanoscale; nanostructure; thin film; low-dimensional materials; functional interfaces; surface modification techniques
(This special issue belongs to the Section Synthesis, Interfaces and Nanostructures)
Advances in Nanotechnology for Medical Implants submission deadline 29 Aug 2025 | 1 articles | Viewed by 865 | Submission Open
Keywords: nanotechnology-based biomaterials; drug delivery systems; bioactive coatings; biocompatible nanocomposites; biodegradable materials; bone tissue engineering; novel scaffolds by additive manufacturing; surface modification of implants; bone regeneration; osteointegration; artificial intelligence in the medical implant industry
(This special issue belongs to the Section Biology and Medicines)
Photonics and Plasmonics of Low-Dimensional Materials
edited by and Fan Wu
submission deadline 29 Aug 2025 | 1 articles | Viewed by 720 | Submission Open
Keywords: low-dimensional materials; plasmonics; nanowaveguides and devices; photonic nanostructures; metamaterials and metasurfaces; light-matter interactions at the nanoscale; optoelectronics
(This special issue belongs to the Section Nanophotonics Materials and Devices)
Nanosensors for the Rapid Detection of Agricultural Products
edited by Xiaoping Yu and
submission deadline 29 Aug 2025 | 1 articles | Viewed by 707 | Submission Open
Keywords: nanomaterials; nanosensors; agricultural products; foods; environment; rapid detection; electrochemical sensor; spectral sensors
(This special issue belongs to the Section Environmental Nanoscience and Nanotechnology)
Novel Nanotechnology-Based Methods in Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment submission deadline 29 Aug 2025 | Viewed by 191 | Submission Open
Keywords: nanomaterials; nanotechnology; nanomedicine; oncology; diagnosis; therapy
(This special issue belongs to the Section Biology and Medicines)
Valorizing Waste-Derived Carbon for Advanced Battery Applications: Innovations and Sustainable Pathways submission deadline 29 Aug 2025 | Viewed by 180 | Submission Open
Keywords: green electrochemistry; sustainable energy storage; eco-friendly technologies; electrochemical processes; renewable energy conversion; environmental remediation; sustainable batteries; waste-to-energy systems; energy efficiency
(This special issue belongs to the Section Energy and Catalysis)
Surface Modifications of Inorganic Nanoparticles and Their Applications
edited by and Giulio Pota
submission deadline 29 Aug 2025 | Viewed by 154 | Submission Open
Keywords: metals and metal oxide nanoparticles; nanostructured materials and interfaces; chemical conjugation; exchange ligand binding; photo-deposition; photo-oxidation and photo-reduction methods; functional groups; organic and photosensitizer ligands; amphiphiles and biomolecules
(This special issue belongs to the Section Synthesis, Interfaces and Nanostructures)
Nanomanufacturing for Micro/Nano Sensors and Photodetectors Applications
edited by , Linbao Luo and Baoshi Qiao
submission deadline 29 Aug 2025 | Viewed by 138 | Submission Open
Keywords: nanofabrication technologies; nano-optoelectronic devices; nano-sensors; surfaces and interfaces; nanoscopic simulation
(This special issue belongs to the Section Nanofabrication and Nanomanufacturing)
Novel Nanomaterials for Neuromorphic Devices
edited by Huilin Li
submission deadline 29 Aug 2025 | Viewed by 122 | Submission Open
Keywords: nanomaterial; quantum dot; two-dimensional material; perovskite; nanotube; nanowire; neuromorphic device; memristor; artificial synapse; artificial sensory neuron; synaptic plasticity; neuromorphic computing; memory-in computing
(This special issue belongs to the Section Nanoelectronics, Nanosensors and Devices)
Design and Characterization of Nanostructured Electrode Materials
edited by Can Cui and
submission deadline 29 Aug 2025 | Viewed by 122 | Submission Open
Keywords: nanostructured electrode materials; electrocatalysis; advanced material characterization; scalable synthesis; energy storage and conversion; batteries and supercapacitors; charge transport mechanisms; computational design
(This special issue belongs to the Section Energy and Catalysis)
Nanomaterials-Based Memristors for Neuromorphic Applications
edited by
submission deadline 29 Aug 2025 | Viewed by 120 | Submission Open
Keywords: memristor; nanomaterials; resistive switching; synaptic behavior; neuromorphic application
(This special issue belongs to the Section Nanoelectronics, Nanosensors and Devices)
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