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Transmission Electron Microscopy for Nanomaterials Research Advances submission deadline 30 Nov 2024 | 6 articles | Viewed by 6967 | Submission Open
Keywords: HRTEM; HAADF; electron diffraction; 4DSTEM; electron holography; TEM tomography; EELS; EDS; in operando; cryoEM
(This special issue belongs to the Section Synthesis, Interfaces and Nanostructures)
New Approach Methodologies for the Toxicity Assessment of Nanomaterials
edited by and Eleonora Longhin
submission deadline 30 Nov 2024 | 2 articles | Viewed by 1868 | Submission Open
Keywords: nanoparticles; nanomaterials; in vitro toxicity; new approach methodologies (NAMs); in vitro models; alternative to in vivo models; adverse outcome pathways; in silico models; safe and sustainable by design
(This special issue belongs to the Section Biology and Medicines)
Morphological Design and Synthesis of Nanoparticles (Second Edition)
edited by and Mirela Honciuc
submission deadline 30 Nov 2024 | 2 articles | Viewed by 1599 | Submission Open
Keywords: synthesis of nanoparticles; multifunctional nanoparticles; nanoparticle applications; self-assembly of nanoparticles; morphology and function in nanomaterials; nanoparticles in optoelectronic devices; nanoparticle catalysts; nanomaterials for drug-delivery; nanoparticles at interfaces; nanoparticle-based composite materials; nanoparticles at interfaces; quantum dots; luminescent nanoparticles; electrical properties of nanoparticles; optical properties of nanoparticles
(This special issue belongs to the Section Synthesis, Interfaces and Nanostructures)
Preparation, Properties, and Applications of One-Dimensional Carbon Nanomaterials
edited by Lei Shi
submission deadline 30 Nov 2024 | 1 articles | Viewed by 484 | Submission Open
Keywords: carbon nanotubes; graphene nanoribbons; carbon chains; carbyne; polyyne; cumulene; cyclo[n]carbon; carbon fibers
(This special issue belongs to the Section Nanofabrication and Nanomanufacturing)
Flexible Sensors Based on Nanomaterials
edited by and
submission deadline 30 Nov 2024 | Viewed by 154 | Submission Open
Keywords: flexible sensors; nanomaterials; nanofiber; wearable devices; physical and chemical sensing; tactile devices; intelligent application
(This special issue belongs to the Section Nanoelectronics, Nanosensors and Devices)
Facile Synthesis, Properties and Applications of Luminescent Nano-Phosphors
edited by and Zetian Yang
submission deadline 30 Nov 2024 | Viewed by 106 | Submission Open
Keywords: photochromism; persistent luminescence; storage phosphor; mechanoluminescence; dosimetry; rare-earth; transition metal; spectroscopy; nano-phosphors
(This special issue belongs to the Section Nanofabrication and Nanomanufacturing)
The 20th Anniversary of Hydrolytic Nanozymes: New Insights and Developments
edited by and Paolo Tecilla
submission deadline 30 Nov 2024 | Viewed by 92 | Submission Open
Keywords: hydrolysis; micelle; vesicle; nanoparticle; metal– organic frameworks; cleavage; hydrolase; nuclease; enzyme mimic; nanozyme
(This special issue belongs to the Section Energy and Catalysis)
Graphene-Like Nanomaterials: Simulation, Preparation, Characterization and Applications submission deadline 30 Nov 2024 | Viewed by 82 | Submission Open
Keywords: graphene-like phases; nanomaterials; molecular dynamic simulations; X-ray diffractometry; X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy; scanning electron microscopy; transmission electron microscopy; Raman spectroscopy; infrared spectroscopy; quantum chemical calculations
(This special issue belongs to the Section 2D and Carbon Nanomaterials)
Nanomaterials and 2D Materials Based on Semiconductors and Metals: Second Edition submission deadline 30 Nov 2024 | Viewed by 73 | Submission Open
Keywords: nanotechnology; nanomaterials; 2D materials; photonics; sensors; energy storage; electronics; semiconductors; metals
(This special issue belongs to the Section Nanoelectronics, Nanosensors and Devices)
Nanostructured Materials for Visible-Light-Mediated Photocatalysis
edited by Gabriela Carja
submission deadline 30 Nov 2024 | Viewed by 69 | Submission Open
Keywords: nanostructures; heterostructures; photocatalysts; plasmonic catalysis
(This special issue belongs to the Section Energy and Catalysis)
2D Materials for Advanced Sensors: Fabrication and Applications
edited by and
submission deadline 10 Dec 2024 | 8 articles | Viewed by 13648 | Submission Open
Keywords: two dimensional materials; two dimensional sensing; bio-chemical sensors; gas sensors; optoelectronic devices; wearable sensors; electrochemical sensors; ion-selective electrodes; impedance spectroscopy; sensor integration and Internet of Things; smart healthcare
(This special issue belongs to the Section 2D and Carbon Nanomaterials)
Next-Generation Energy Nanomaterials submission deadline 10 Dec 2024 | 5 articles | Viewed by 11256 | Submission Open
Keywords: batteries and supercapacitors; electrode materials; energy-harvesting materials; energy-storage materials; fuel production and storage; piezoelectric materials; solar energy harvesting; thermal energy storage; thermoelectric materials; triboelectric materials
(This special issue belongs to the Section Energy and Catalysis)
First-Principles Investigations of Low-Dimensional Nanomaterials (2nd Edition)
edited by and
submission deadline 10 Dec 2024 | 3 articles | Viewed by 3072 | Submission Open
Keywords: low-dimensional nanomaterials; first principles; structure; stability; physical and chemical properties; applications
(This special issue belongs to the Section Theory and Simulation of Nanostructures)
Advances in Nanostructured Biomaterials and Their Applications, Volume II
edited by
submission deadline 10 Dec 2024 | 1 articles | Viewed by 2874 | Submission Open
Keywords: nanoengineered biomaterials; bioactive coatings; intelligent biomaterials; bionanocomposites; biodegradable materials; surface modification; biomedical applications
(This special issue belongs to the Section Biology and Medicines)
Characterization and Applications of Nanomaterials in Sensors and Actuators
edited by Lin Jing
submission deadline 10 Dec 2024 | 3 articles | Viewed by 2554 | Submission Open
Keywords: sensors; actuators; nanoscale devices; material analysis; sensing technology; actuation mechanisms; surface functionalization; piezoelectric materials; MEMS/NEMS; smart materials
(This special issue belongs to the Section Nanoelectronics, Nanosensors and Devices)
Advances in Nanomaterials for Photocatalysis
edited by
submission deadline 10 Dec 2024 | 1 articles | Viewed by 1100 | Submission Open
Keywords: nanophotocatalysts; photocatalysis; water splitting; CO2 reduction; pollutant control; microorganism control; environmental remediation
(This special issue belongs to the Section Energy and Catalysis)
Micro-/Nanoengineering Systems
edited by Nguyen Van Toan and Takahito Ono
submission deadline 10 Dec 2024 | Viewed by 146 | Submission Open
Keywords: micro-/nanofabrication technologies; MEMS/NEMS; nanomaterials; micro-/nanosensors; micro/nano energy; energy harvesting; energy storage; bio-sensor; Internet of Things
(This special issue belongs to the Section Nanofabrication and Nanomanufacturing)
Advanced Low-Dimensional Materials for Sensing Applications
edited by Can Liu
submission deadline 10 Dec 2024 | Viewed by 114 | Submission Open
Keywords: low-dimensional materials; sensing applications; graphene; two-dimensional materials; quantum dots; nanowires; sensor performance; material optimization
(This special issue belongs to the Section Nanoelectronics, Nanosensors and Devices)
Two Dimensional Materials for Biomedical Applications
edited by
submission deadline 10 Dec 2024 | Viewed by 98 | Submission Open
Keywords: 2D material; biomedical; biocompatible; monolayer
(This special issue belongs to the Section Biology and Medicines)
The Synthesis of Antibacterial Nanomaterials and Their Biomedical Applications
edited by
submission deadline 10 Dec 2024 | Viewed by 72 | Submission Open
Keywords: nanomaterial synthesis; biomedical applications; antibiotic resistance; cutting-edge research; drug delivery systems
(This special issue belongs to the Section Biology and Medicines)
Nanomaterials for Flexible and Printed Electronics
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submission deadline 15 Dec 2024 | 3 articles | Viewed by 2936 | Submission Open
Keywords: nanoelectronic materials and devices; flexible organic optoelectronics; surface modification/functionalization for thin films/substrates; inkjet printing; energy storage nanodevices; conductive electrodes or circuits; organic nanotransistors
(This special issue belongs to the Section Nanoelectronics, Nanosensors and Devices)
New Nanotechnology in the Agriculture and Food Industry
edited by and
submission deadline 15 Dec 2024 | Viewed by 160 | Submission Open
Keywords: nanotechnology in agriculture; food industry nanotechnology; nano-encapsulation; nano-biosensors; nanocomposites; sustainable agriculture; precision agriculture; food safety and quality; environmental impact of nanotechnology; agricultural innovation
(This special issue belongs to the Section Biology and Medicines)
Recent Advancements in Mesoporous Nanomaterials: Synthesis, Characterization and Catalytic Applications (2nd Edition) submission deadline 15 Dec 2024 | Viewed by 83 | Submission Open
Keywords: mesoporous nanomaterials; nanomaterials synthesis; mesoporous catalysts; modified supports; composite catalysts; mixed nano-oxides; nanocatalysts; supported metals; metal– support interaction; hybrid catalysts
(This special issue belongs to the Section Synthesis, Interfaces and Nanostructures)
Recent Advances in Energy Storage Devices Based on Laser-Processed Carbon Nanomaterials
edited by and
submission deadline 15 Dec 2024 | Viewed by 73 | Submission Open
Keywords: carbon nanomaterials; laser processing; supercapacitors and batteries; characterizations; precursors
(This special issue belongs to the Section Energy and Catalysis)
Functional Carbon Materials and Nano-Interface Modification
edited by Xiaolong Zhou, Pinit Kidkhunthod and
submission deadline 15 Dec 2024 | Viewed by 51 | Submission Open
Keywords: carbon materials; interface engineering; electrode materials; photoelectrocatalysis; energy storage; energy conversion
(This special issue belongs to the Section Synthesis, Interfaces and Nanostructures)
Recent Advances in Nanomaterials for Removal of New Emerging Pollutants from Water/Wastewater (2nd Edition)
edited by
submission deadline 20 Dec 2024 | 1 articles | Viewed by 1825 | Submission Open
Keywords: photocatalysts; nanoparticles; emerging pollutants; pharmaceuticals; water treatment; wastewater
(This special issue belongs to the Section Environmental Nanoscience and Nanotechnology)
The Interaction of Electron Phenomena on the Mesoscopic Scale
edited by and Laijun Liu
submission deadline 20 Dec 2024 | 2 articles | Viewed by 1738 | Submission Open
Keywords: nanomaterial; interacting electron phenomena; mechanics; thermology; optics; electricity; magnetism
(This special issue belongs to the Section Physical Chemistry at Nanoscale)
Toxicity Evaluation of Nanoparticles: 2nd Edition
edited by Rongrong Liu and
submission deadline 20 Dec 2024 | 1 articles | Viewed by 658 | Submission Open
Keywords: nanomaterials; nanomedicine; nanotoxicity; nanoparticle modification; mechanistic toxicity; environmental pollution; environmental toxicology; nano chemistry; cell toxicology; molecular toxicology; nano functionalization
(This special issue belongs to the Section Environmental Nanoscience and Nanotechnology)
Development of Innovative Devices Using New-Emerging Micro and Nano Technologies
edited by Tongbiao Wang
submission deadline 20 Dec 2024 | 1 articles | Viewed by 657 | Submission Open
Keywords: electronic and optoelectronic devices; light-emitting diodes; lasers; photodetectors; micro/nano technologies
(This special issue belongs to the Section Nanofabrication and Nanomanufacturing)
Polymer-Based Nanomaterials for Pharmaceutical, Biomedical and Environmental Applications—New Trends, Benefits and Future Opportunities submission deadline 20 Dec 2024 | Viewed by 328 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymer-based nanomaterials; nanoparticles; biodegradation; pharmacy; biomedicine; environment; cyrcular economy
(This special issue belongs to the Section Biology and Medicines)
Hybrid Nanomaterials and/or Nanocomposites for Photo(Electro-) Catalytic Applications
edited by Yang Fu, and Zhongjie Yang
submission deadline 20 Dec 2024 | Viewed by 80 | Submission Open
Keywords: nanomaterials; hybrids; nanocomposites; photocatalysis; electrocatalysis
(This special issue belongs to the Section Energy and Catalysis)
Functional Two-Dimensional Materials, Thin Films and Coatings
edited by
submission deadline 20 Dec 2024 | Viewed by 75 | Submission Open
Keywords: functional thin films; nanostructured materials; 2D materials; functional coatings; ALD; CVD; sputtering; PVD; surface and interface sciences and engineering; bottom-up fabrication; top-down fabrication; atomic-scale processing; nanotechnology; smart materials; nanomaterials; antibacterial; structure– property relationships; synthesis; characterization
(This special issue belongs to the Section Nanofabrication and Nanomanufacturing)
Applications of Nanomaterials in Biomedical Imaging and Cancer Therapy: 3rd Edition
edited by
submission deadline 20 Dec 2024 | Viewed by 68 | Submission Open
Keywords: nanomaterials; biomedical imaging; cancer therapy; nanoparticles; targeted drug delivery; photothermal therapy; photodynamic therapy; quantum dots; magnetic nanoparticles; theranostics
(This special issue belongs to the Section Biology and Medicines)
Applications of Nanoporous Materials in Sensors and Catalysis
edited by
submission deadline 20 Dec 2024 | Viewed by 63 | Submission Open
Keywords: mesoporous silica; mesoporous organosilica; mesoporous metal; oxide mesoporous; aerogel catalysis; sensor photocatalysis; electrocatalysis hydrogen; CO2 adsorption
(This special issue belongs to the Section Energy and Catalysis)
Theoretical Investigations on Nanomaterials
edited by
submission deadline 20 Dec 2024 | Viewed by 63 | Submission Open
Keywords: nanomaterials; metal nanoparticles; size effect; photodynamic therapy; nanocatalysis; photosynthesis; energy conversion; energy storage
(This special issue belongs to the Section Theory and Simulation of Nanostructures)
Optoelectronic Properties of Nanomaterials and Their Applications in Advanced Concept Solar Cells
edited by Shuhong Xu and
submission deadline 20 Dec 2024 | Viewed by 49 | Submission Open
Keywords: II-VI semiconductors; III-V semiconductors; halide perovskite; solid-state physics; optics; optoelectronics; laser; detector; photovoltaic solar cell; ultrafast carrier dynamics
(This special issue belongs to the Section Solar Energy and Solar Cells)
Trends and Prospects in Laser Nanofabrication
edited by Mingdi Wang and Shengbin Zhao
submission deadline 20 Dec 2024 | Viewed by 46 | Submission Open
Keywords: laser fabrication; laser ablation; generation process of advanced nanomaterials; research on the laser– matter interaction process
(This special issue belongs to the Section Nanofabrication and Nanomanufacturing)
Applications of Novel Nanomaterials in Flexible Organic Electronics
edited by
submission deadline 20 Dec 2024 | Viewed by 39 | Submission Open
Keywords: flexible electronics; flexible substrates; stability; interface engineering; organic light-emitting diodes; organic solar cells; organic transistors
(This special issue belongs to the Section Nanophotonics Materials and Devices)
Mechanical Properties and Applications for Nanostructured Alloys
edited by
submission deadline 20 Dec 2024 | Viewed by 36 | Submission Open
Keywords: nanostructured alloys; strengthening method; strengthening mechanisms; mechanical properties; alloy manufacturing
(This special issue belongs to the Section Nanofabrication and Nanomanufacturing)
Innovative Nanomaterials and Their Expanding Applications in Solar Energy Technologies
edited by and
submission deadline 20 Dec 2024 | Viewed by 32 | Submission Open
Keywords: photovolatics; solar cells; nanomaterials; nanostructures; light harvesting; light management; plasmonic; interface engineering; carrier multiplication
(This special issue belongs to the Section Solar Energy and Solar Cells)
Current Advances in Nanoelectronics, Nanosensors and Devices (Second Edition)—Low Dimensional Materials Fabrication, Characterization and Applications
edited by
submission deadline 20 Dec 2024 | Viewed by 31 | Submission Open
Keywords: nanostructures; nanomaterials; nanodevices; 2D materials; low dimensional materials; photodetectors; characterization; transport properties; batteries; energy
(This special issue belongs to the Section Nanoelectronics, Nanosensors and Devices)
Nonlinear Optics and Ultrafast Lasers in Nanosystems
edited by Jiang Wang
submission deadline 20 Dec 2024 | Viewed by 29 | Submission Open
Keywords: nonlinear optics; ultrafast lasers; nanomaterials; functional devices
(This special issue belongs to the Section Nanophotonics Materials and Devices)
Versatile Plasmonic Nanostructures for Biomedical Applications
edited by Seunghyun Lee, Jeong-Wook Oh, Jung-Hoon Lee and
submission deadline 20 Dec 2024 | Viewed by 28 | Submission Open
Keywords: surface-enhanced Raman scattering; localized surface plasmon resonance sensors; DNA-based nanoparticles; nanogap engineering; photothermal nanomaterials; molecular diagnostics; optical imaging immunosensor; optical-based nanobiosensors
(This special issue belongs to the Section Biology and Medicines)
Novel Carbon-Based Nanomaterials as Green Catalysts
edited by Qingshan Zhao
submission deadline 20 Dec 2024 | Viewed by 24 | Submission Open
Keywords: nanomaterials; carbon; graphene; biomass; lignin; green catalysts; nonmetallic catalysts; electrocatalysis; oxygen reduction reaction; sustainable
(This special issue belongs to the Section Energy and Catalysis)
Self-Powered Flexible Sensors Based on Triboelectric Nanogenerators
edited by
submission deadline 20 Dec 2024 | Viewed by 23 | Submission Open
Keywords: triboelectric nanogenerator; self-powered sensors; flexible electronics; wearable electronics
(This special issue belongs to the Section Nanoelectronics, Nanosensors and Devices)
Controlled Synthesis and Catalytic Applications of Oxide-Based Nanoparticles
edited by
submission deadline 20 Dec 2024 | Viewed by 19 | Submission Open
Keywords: oxide-based nanoparticles; photocatalysis; electrocatalysis; heterogeneous catalysis; water splitting; environmental remediation
(This special issue belongs to the Section Energy and Catalysis)
Nanomaterial-Based SERS Sensing and Detection Technology
edited by
submission deadline 20 Dec 2024 | Viewed by 19 | Submission Open
Keywords: surface-enhanced Raman scattering; SERS substrates; SERS sensing; nanomaterials-based SERS; nanomaterial-based sensing; machine learning in SERS sensing
(This special issue belongs to the Section Nanoelectronics, Nanosensors and Devices)
Nanofabrication for Energy Storage, Environment Purification, Optical Communication and Intelligent Manufacturing
edited by Han Lin
submission deadline 20 Dec 2024 | Viewed by 11 | Submission Open
Keywords: fabrication; energy storage; environment purification; waveguide laser; intelligent manufacturing
(This special issue belongs to the Section Nanofabrication and Nanomanufacturing)
Nano-Electromechanical Systems Built with Low-Dimensional Materials
edited by Xiaofei Liu
submission deadline 25 Dec 2024 | Viewed by 34 | Submission Open
Keywords: nano-electromechanical systems; low-dimensional materials; molecular dynamics modeling; van der Waals interaction; clamping conditions; interlayer interactions
(This special issue belongs to the Section Nanoelectronics, Nanosensors and Devices)
Advanced Studies in Bionanomaterials
edited by
submission deadline 30 Dec 2024 | 2 articles | Viewed by 1846 | Submission Open
Keywords: bionanotechnologies; bionanofertilizers; bionanopesticides; bionanosensors; nanocellulose; bionanochitosan; nanolignin; drug delivery; bionano drug delivery; bionanoassay; bionanotherapeutics; bionanotoxicology; bionanofood
(This special issue belongs to the Section Biology and Medicines)
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