Nanomaterials for Photocatalytic and Antimicrobial Cement Composites
A special issue of Nanomaterials (ISSN 2079-4991). This special issue belongs to the section "Environmental Nanoscience and Nanotechnology".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 20 January 2027 | Viewed by 4
Special Issue Editor
Interests: nanotechnology in construction; nanomaterials; sustainable cement composites; photocatalytic and antimicrobial materials; durability and microstructure
Special Issues, Collections and Topics in MDPI journals
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Nanotechnology in materials science has recently attracted significant attention across multiple disciplines, particularly in medicine, agriculture, and electronics. However, the widespread application of nanomaterials in construction remains challenging due to the large scale of building material production, high material costs, and the need to ensure safety on construction sites. Consequently, recent research has focused on the targeted use of nanomaterials in construction, particularly in the development of smart coatings and fine-aggregate materials with enhanced functionalities. Intensive studies on nanoadditives have demonstrated their ability to impart advanced properties to cement-based composites, such as self-healing, self-sensing, self-cleaning, and antimicrobial capabilities. Nanomaterials enhance the resistance of cement composites to microbial degradation through both chemical and structural mechanisms. These include the generation of reactive oxygen species, the release of metal ions, and the inhibition of biofilm formation. Additionally, nanomaterials contribute to improved microstructure by reducing porosity, controlling crack propagation, and enhancing hydrophobicity. Collectively, these effects limit microbial colonization, suppress corrosive metabolic activity, and reduce the ingress of water and nutrients that accelerate biodegradation processes.
The aim of this Special Issue is to present recent advances in the modification of cement composites using nanomaterials with antibacterial and photocatalytic properties. Contributions addressing, but not limited to, the following topics are welcome:
- Synthesis and characterization of novel nanomaterials for application in cement composites;
- Interactions between nanomaterials and low-emission cements or alternative cementitious binders;
- Durability of nanomodified cement composites;
- Cost analysis and environmental impact assessment of nanomaterials in cement-based materials;
- Health and safety considerations related to the use of nanomaterials in construction.
We invite the submission of review articles, original research papers, and applied studies addressing these topics or closely related areas.
Yours sincerely,
Prof. Dr. Agnieszka Ślosarczyk
Guest Editor
Manuscript Submission Information
Manuscripts should be submitted online at www.mdpi.com by registering and logging in to this website. Once you are registered, click here to go to the submission form. Manuscripts can be submitted until the deadline. All submissions that pass pre-check are peer-reviewed. Accepted papers will be published continuously in the journal (as soon as accepted) and will be listed together on the special issue website. Research articles, review articles as well as short communications are invited. For planned papers, a title and short abstract (about 250 words) can be sent to the Editorial Office for assessment.
Submitted manuscripts should not have been published previously, nor be under consideration for publication elsewhere (except conference proceedings papers). All manuscripts are thoroughly refereed through a single-blind peer-review process. A guide for authors and other relevant information for submission of manuscripts is available on the Instructions for Authors page. Nanomaterials is an international peer-reviewed open access semimonthly journal published by MDPI.
Please visit the Instructions for Authors page before submitting a manuscript. The Article Processing Charge (APC) for publication in this open access journal is 2400 CHF (Swiss Francs). Submitted papers should be well formatted and use good English. Authors may use MDPI's English editing service prior to publication or during author revisions.
Keywords
- nanoadditives
- nanomodification
- cement composites
- antimicrobial properties
- photocatalytic properties
- durability
- safety
- LCA
- LCCA
Benefits of Publishing in a Special Issue
- Ease of navigation: Grouping papers by topic helps scholars navigate broad scope journals more efficiently.
- Greater discoverability: Special Issues support the reach and impact of scientific research. Articles in Special Issues are more discoverable and cited more frequently.
- Expansion of research network: Special Issues facilitate connections among authors, fostering scientific collaborations.
- External promotion: Articles in Special Issues are often promoted through the journal's social media, increasing their visibility.
- Reprint: MDPI Books provides the opportunity to republish successful Special Issues in book format, both online and in print.
Further information on MDPI's Special Issue policies can be found here.
