Synthesis and Applications of Functionalized Gold Nanosystems

Dear Colleague,

Gold-based nanosystems constitute one of the most interesting systems in the nanoworld because of the broad spectrum of applications they can find, ranging from analyte detection, nanomedicine and the mimicry of enzymes, just to mention a few examples. The size and shape of the nanoaggregates allow one to tune the properties of the gold core, while the introduction of specific functional groups on the passivating monolayer is portal to modulate the interaction with the surroundings: A target substrate, a protein, and a receptor. In spite of the fact that the literature on the field increases at an exponential rate, I believe that there is space for sound contributions that are able to conjugate the synthesis and applications of these nanosystems on solid experimental bases.

This Special Issue will cover all types of gold nanosystems and their applications. Original research contributions (full papers or communications), as well as reviews, either broad in scope or devoted to specific issues pertinent to gold nanosystems, will be considered. All submissions should be in line with the high-quality standard of the journal Nanometerials and will be subjected to a rigorous peer-review process. New synthetic protocols and new applications of gold nanosystems are particularly welcome. Submission of papers across different disciplines are highly encouraged in line with the interdisciplinary character of the journal.

For this reason, in view of your expertise in the field I am inviting you to contribute a manuscript (communication, full paper or review) to this special issue. As outlined above, the scope is broad and all types of gold nanosystems (from nanoparticles, to nanostars, nanorods, and nanowires) will be welcome, as well as all diverse applications one may envision for them.

I look forward to receiving a positive reply and wish you all the best in your scientific endeavors.

Best regards,

Prof. Paolo M. Scrimin
Guest Editor

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