Synthesis, Chemical–Physical Properties, and Biocompatibility of Carbon-Based Nanocomposites
A special issue of Nanomaterials (ISSN 2079-4991). This special issue belongs to the section "2D and Carbon Nanomaterials".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 20 February 2026 | Viewed by 4
Special Issue Editor
Interests: design, synthesis and functionalization of nanostructured hybrid materials; carbon based nanocomposites incorporating graphene and polymer matrices; development of functional polymeric systems for environmental remediation and biomedical applications
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Carbon-based nanocomposites have emerged as a highly versatile and dynamic class of materials with broad applicability across scientific and technological domains. Because of their unique combination of high surface area, exceptional mechanical strength, superior electrical and thermal conductivity, and remarkable chemical stability, carbon nanostructures (including graphene, carbon nanotubes, carbon dots, and fullerene derivatives) have become essential components in the design of next-generation functional materials. When integrated into matrices such as polymers, ceramics, glasses, or concrete, they enable the creation of hybrid systems with enhanced performance and tunable functionalities. An important aspect of their versatility lies in their inherent and tunable biocompatibility, which further qualifies them as advanced materials for biomedical applications.
The Special Issue, titled "Synthesis, Chemical–Physical Properties, and Biocompatibility of Carbon-Based Nanocomposites", aims to gather high-quality original research articles, reviews, and short communications that explore recent advancements in the synthesis, processing, characterization, and application of carbon nanocomposites. Particular emphasis will be placed on studies investigating the relationships between synthesis methods, chemical–physical properties, and biocompatibility. The latter is a key aspect in the development of materials for applications in biomedicine, biosensing, drug delivery, and tissue engineering.
We invite contributions addressing, but not limited to, the following:
- Innovative synthesis and surface functionalization techniques;
- Structure–property relationships in carbon-based hybrid materials;
- Mechanical, thermal, optical, and electrical features of nanocomposites;
- Applications in sensing and environmental remediation;
- Applications in drug delivery, tissue engineering, biosensing, and diagnostics.
We are confident that this collection will serve as a valuable reference for researchers and practitioners in the fields of materials science, nanotechnology, and biomedical engineering, providing insights into both fundamental aspects and applied perspectives of carbon nanocomposite systems.
Dr. Angelo Nicosia
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- carbon nanocomposites
- graphene-based materials
- carbon nanotubes
- polymer nanocomposites
- biocompatible polymers
- functionalized carbon nanomaterials
- nanostructured hybrid materials
- synthesis methods
- physicochemical properties
- structure–property relationships
- biomedical applications
- sensing
- actuators
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