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Multifunctional Nanocomposites: Bridging Innovative Design and Cutting-Edge Applications
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Multifunctional Nanocomposites: Bridging Innovative Design and Cutting-Edge Applications

A special issue of Nanomaterials (ISSN 2079-4991). This special issue belongs to the section "Nanocomposite Materials".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 May 2026 | Viewed by 1524

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Prof. Dr. Mohammed Jaouad Meziani

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Department of Natural Sciences, Northwest Missouri State University, Maryville, MO 64468, USA
Interests: fluorescent carbon-based nanomaterials; carbon- and boron-based nanomaterials as multifunctional modifiers for polymers; nanomaterial engineering for hydrogen storage and combustion
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Dr. Li Cao

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Department of Chemical and Materials Engineering, University of Dayton, Dayton, OH 45469, USA
Interests: synthesis, characterization, and applications of nanomaterials and nanocomposites; development of advanced nanocomposites using 3D printing technologies
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Dear Colleagues,

Nanocomposites are advanced composites that use nanomaterials to improve properties for various applications. They are low-dimensional materials with one-, two-, or three-dimensional confinements, and they possess superior optical, electronic, magnetic, thermal, and mechanical properties compared to their bulk material counterparts. The intriguing properties of nanomaterials continue to attract broad attention for developing new advanced materials with improved properties, further stimulating the study and development of functional nanocomposites. In this Special Issue, original research and review articles on developing functional nanocomposites for novel applications are welcome. Research areas may include (but are not limited to) the following:

  • Development of nanocomposites with 0D nanomaterials (such as nanoparticles) and applications;
  • Development of nanocomposites with 1D nanomaterials (such as nanowires, nanotubes, nanorods, etc.) and applications;
  • Development of nanocomposites with 2D nanomaterials (such as nanosheets) and applications;
  • Theoretical simulations and modeling of design, fabrication, properties, and mechanisms, as well as applications for advanced functional nanocomposites;
  • Review articles involving functional nanocomposites and their applications.

Prof. Dr. Mohammed Jaouad Meziani
Dr. Li Cao
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Keywords

  • nanocomposites
  • nanoparticles
  • nanotubes
  • nanowires
  • nanorods
  • nanosheets

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Multi-Scale Gradient Fiber Structure Hierarchical Flexible Ceramic Aerogel for High-Temperature Filtration
by Chuan-Hui Guo, Yuan Gao, Chao Zhang, Chu-Bing Li, Yue-Han Sun, Hong-Xiang Chu, Run-Ze Shao, Zhi-Wei Zhang, Yun-Ze Long and Jun Zhang
Nanomaterials 2026, 16(6), 382; https://doi.org/10.3390/nano16060382 - 23 Mar 2026
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High-temperature particulate matter (PM) filtration remains a fundamental challenge, because most fiber filters not only face the challenge of high temperatures but also suffer from an inherent trade-off between capture efficiency, pressure drop, and service life. This paper reports a hierarchical layered zirconia [...] Read more.
High-temperature particulate matter (PM) filtration remains a fundamental challenge, because most fiber filters not only face the challenge of high temperatures but also suffer from an inherent trade-off between capture efficiency, pressure drop, and service life. This paper reports a hierarchical layered zirconia (ZrO2) ceramic fiber aerogel featuring a continuous multiscale gradient. The aerogel was prepared by gradient air-blown spinning, and the resulting structure has directional order, with the fiber diameter gradually decreasing from upstream to downstream, thus forming a pore size gradient and achieving hierarchical particle interception across multiple scales. This rational design simultaneously suppresses surface clogging and reduces flow resistance, resolving the longstanding trade-off between efficiency and permeability. Consequently, this aerogel achieves an ultra-high filtration efficiency of 99.96%, a low pressure drop of 156 Pa, and a high dust-holding capacity of 101 g m−2. The material also exhibits outstanding mechanical toughness (80% compressive strain elasticity and 25.75% tensile fracture strain) and thermal stability up to 1000 °C. Moreover, it maintains over 99.95% filtration efficiency at high temperatures and can be fully regenerated through 800 °C heat treatment. This work establishes a structure-based design paradigm for high-temperature filtration media and provides a scalable pathway for next-generation industrial flue gas purification. Full article
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Green Synthesis of Silver-Decorated Zinc-Based Nanostructures Mediated by Russula sanguinea and Their Biofunctional Properties
by Mustafa Emre Akçay
Nanomaterials 2026, 16(5), 308; https://doi.org/10.3390/nano16050308 - 27 Feb 2026
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The green synthesis of nanomaterials using biological resources has emerged as a sustainable alternative to conventional chemical routes. In this study, the wild ectomycorrhizal mushroom Russula sanguinea (Rs) was employed as a natural reducing and stabilizing agent for the biosynthesis of silver-decorated zinc-based [...] Read more.
The green synthesis of nanomaterials using biological resources has emerged as a sustainable alternative to conventional chemical routes. In this study, the wild ectomycorrhizal mushroom Russula sanguinea (Rs) was employed as a natural reducing and stabilizing agent for the biosynthesis of silver-decorated zinc-based nanostructures (Ag–ZnNSs/Rs). The formation and physicochemical properties of the nanostructures were systematically characterized using UV–Vis spectroscopy, FT-IR spectroscopy, SEM, TEM, and EDX analysis. Transmission electron microscopy revealed predominantly spherical nanoparticles with good dispersion, and quantitative analysis of 227 individual particles demonstrated an average diameter of 19.36 ± 7.89 nm (range: 10.92–61.00 nm). FT-IR analysis confirmed the involvement of fungal biomolecules in metal ion reduction and surface stabilization, indicating effective bio-capping of the nanostructures. The biofunctional performance of the biosynthesized Ag–ZnNSs/Rs was evaluated through antioxidant and antimicrobial assays. Compared to the crude mushroom extract, the nanostructures exhibited significantly enhanced 2,2-diphenyl-1-picrylhydrazyl (DPPH) radical scavenging activity with an IC50 value of 7.29 ± 0.10 mg mL−1 compared to 13.66 ± 0.15 mg mL−1 for the crude extract. In addition, notable antimicrobial activity was observed against representative Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria (Bacillus cereus, Bacillus subtilis, Staphylococcus aureus, Escherichia coli, and Pseudomonas aeruginosa) as well as the yeast Candida albicans. Overall, this study demonstrates that Russula sanguinea is an effective biological platform for the green synthesis of silver-decorated zinc-based nanostructures with improved biofunctional properties, highlighting the potential of wild mushrooms as underexplored resources in sustainable nanomaterial development. Full article
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