Nano Surface Engineering: 2nd Edition

Dear Colleagues,

Over the past few decades, nanomaterials and nanotechnology have significantly reshaped numerous fields within materials science and engineering, with surface science and engineering standing out among the most profoundly impacted areas. Nanomaterials’ unique physical and chemical properties impart surfaces and interfaces with exceptional functional advantages, including enhanced electrical, electronic, magnetic, mechanical, wear-resistant, and corrosion-resistant properties. Concurrently, surface engineering technology has played a pivotal role in advancing nanoscience and nanotechnology. Through surface engineering, it is possible to fabricate nanoscale thin films or nanodevices with precision, modify nanoscale structures and surface features in targeted ways, and synthesize novel functional nanomaterials or nanocomposites with superior structural and interfacial characteristics. The synergy between surface engineering and nanomaterials presents boundless opportunities for the design and application of innovative functional materials and interfaces.

This Special Issue highlights cutting-edge developments in nanoscale and nanomaterial-related surface engineering. It engages both academic and industrial audiences in exploring theoretical advancements and practical applications at the intersection of surface engineering and nanomaterials.

We welcome original research and review articles on a range of topics, including but not limited to the following:

• Nanoscale surface science and engineering, including surface modification, structure manipulation and assembly phenomena at the nano/atomic scale;
• Low-dimensional materials and their applications in functional interfaces and nanodevices;
• Nanoscale interfaces across diverse applied fields, including catalysis, energy storage and conversion, biomedical and biomaterials, semiconductors, sensors, and protective coatings;
• Nanostructured or nanomaterial-based thin films and coatings;
• Surface phenomena and effects related to nanotexture, nanoarchitecture, or nanocrystalline;
• Characterization and manufacturing techniques for nanoscale surfaces and interfaces.

Dr. Hao Wu
Prof. Dr. Kejian Ding
Prof. Dr. Guosong Wu
Guest Editors

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