Nanomaterials for Advanced Fibers and Textiles
A special issue of Nanomaterials (ISSN 2079-4991). This special issue belongs to the section "Nanofabrication and Nanomanufacturing".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 24 October 2025 | Viewed by 105
Special Issue Editor
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
The evolution of fibers and textiles has shaped human civilization, from early natural materials like cotton, silk, and wool to the 20th-century advent of synthetic fibers such as nylon and polyester. These innovations revolutionized durability and accessibility but lacked advanced functionalities. The emergence of nanotechnology in the late 20th century introduced transformative possibilities by manipulating materials at the atomic scale. Breakthroughs like carbon nanotubes (the 1990s), graphene (2004), and metal–organic frameworks (MOFs) enabled the integration of nanomaterials into textiles, granting properties such as conductivity, self-cleaning, and antimicrobial action. Over the past two decades, interdisciplinary research has expanded applications, transitioning textiles from passive materials to smart systems capable of sensing, energy harvesting, and adapting to environments. This shift addresses modern demands for sustainability, wearable tech, and high-performance materials in healthcare, defense, and fashion.
The present Special Issue of Nanomaterials is aimed at presenting the current state of the art in the use of nanomaterials in advanced fibers and textiles, fostering interdisciplinary dialog among researchers in materials science, nanotechnology, and textile engineering. This includes but is not limited to the following: advanced fibers and textiles for environmental protection, personalized healthcare, thermal management textiles, wearable sensors, and AI-driven design.
Dr. Jinlei Miao
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- nanomaterials
- graphene
- MXene
- carbon nanotubes
- silicon dioxide
- metal nanoparticles/nanowires
- advanced fibers and textiles
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