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Flexible Sensors Based on Nanomaterials
edited by and
submission deadline 30 Nov 2024 | Viewed by 246 | 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)
The 20th Anniversary of Hydrolytic Nanozymes: New Insights and Developments
edited by and Paolo Tecilla
submission deadline 30 Nov 2024 | Viewed by 180 | 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)
Facile Synthesis, Properties and Applications of Luminescent Nano-Phosphors
edited by and Zetian Yang
submission deadline 30 Nov 2024 | Viewed by 178 | 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)
Graphene-Like Nanomaterials: Simulation, Preparation, Characterization and Applications submission deadline 30 Nov 2024 | Viewed by 175 | 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 Synthesis, Interfaces and Nanostructures)
Nanomaterials and 2D Materials Based on Semiconductors and Metals: Second Edition submission deadline 30 Nov 2024 | Viewed by 157 | 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)
2D Materials for Advanced Sensors: Fabrication and Applications
edited by and
submission deadline 10 Dec 2024 | 8 articles | Viewed by 15573 | 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 13204 | 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)
Characterization and Applications of Nanomaterials in Sensors and Actuators
edited by Lin Jing
submission deadline 10 Dec 2024 | 3 articles | Viewed by 4255 | 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)
First-Principles Investigations of Low-Dimensional Nanomaterials (2nd Edition)
edited by and
submission deadline 10 Dec 2024 | 3 articles | Viewed by 3745 | 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
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submission deadline 10 Dec 2024 | 1 articles | Viewed by 3542 | 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)
Advances in Nanomaterials for Photocatalysis
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submission deadline 10 Dec 2024 | 1 articles | Viewed by 1645 | 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)
Two Dimensional Materials for Biomedical Applications
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submission deadline 10 Dec 2024 | 1 articles | Viewed by 1493 | 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
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submission deadline 10 Dec 2024 | 1 articles | Viewed by 1051 | 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)
Micro-/Nanoengineering Systems
edited by Nguyen Van Toan and Takahito Ono
submission deadline 10 Dec 2024 | Viewed by 471 | 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 165 | 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)
Nanomaterials for Flexible and Printed Electronics
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submission deadline 15 Dec 2024 | 3 articles | Viewed by 3765 | 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 | 2 articles | Viewed by 2410 | 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 Advances in Energy Storage Devices Based on Laser-Processed Carbon Nanomaterials
edited by and
submission deadline 15 Dec 2024 | Viewed by 145 | Submission Open
Keywords: carbon nanomaterials; laser processing; supercapacitors and batteries; characterizations; precursors
(This special issue belongs to the Section Energy and Catalysis)
Recent Advancements in Mesoporous Nanomaterials: Synthesis, Characterization and Catalytic Applications (2nd Edition) submission deadline 15 Dec 2024 | Viewed by 142 | 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)
Functional Carbon Materials and Nano-Interface Modification
edited by Xiaolong Zhou, Pinit Kidkhunthod and
submission deadline 15 Dec 2024 | Viewed by 128 | 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)
Fundamental and Applied Aspects of the Physics in Low-Dimensional Systems
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submission deadline 20 Dec 2024 | 7 articles | Viewed by 6694 | Submission Open
Keywords: low-dimensional systems; two-dimensional electron gas; integer and fractional quantum Hall effects; topological insulators; spintronic applications; quantum dots; mesoscopic systems; graphene; thin films; nanostructures
(This special issue belongs to the Section Theory and Simulation of Nanostructures)
Advances in Nanostructured Electrode Materials: Design and Applications submission deadline 20 Dec 2024 | 5 articles | Viewed by 6594 | Submission Open
Keywords: nanostructured materials; nanomaterials; nanocomposites; electrode materials; synthesis; characterization; functional materials; cathode; anode; applications
(This special issue belongs to the Section Energy and Catalysis)
Optical Composites, Nanophotonics and Metamaterials
edited by , Dongxiao Li, Liangge Xu and Zhonglei Shen
submission deadline 20 Dec 2024 | 4 articles | Viewed by 4331 | Submission Open
Keywords: optical composites; nanophotonics; metamaterials; nanofabrication; optical sensing; optical energy harvesting and storage
(This special issue belongs to the Section Nanophotonics Materials and Devices)
Light-Matter Interaction in Nano Systems: Fundamentals and Applications submission deadline 20 Dec 2024 | 5 articles | Viewed by 4262 | Submission Open
Keywords: nanomaterials; quantum dots; ultrafast spectroscopy; light-matter interaction; plasmonic; low-noise laser; optical resonant cavity; optical tweezers
(This special issue belongs to the Section Nanophotonics Materials and Devices)
Advanced Nanomaterials for Electromagnetic Shielding and Absorption Applications
edited by Mingxing Piao and Yenan Song
submission deadline 20 Dec 2024 | 3 articles | Viewed by 3181 | Submission Open
Keywords: electromagnetic shielding; electromagnetic absorption; electromagnetic protection; electromagnetic wave stealth; thermoelectric management; nanocomposites; low-dimensional materials; nanomagnetic materials
(This special issue belongs to the Section 2D and Carbon Nanomaterials)
The Interaction of Electron Phenomena on the Mesoscopic Scale
edited by and Laijun Liu
submission deadline 20 Dec 2024 | 3 articles | Viewed by 2675 | Submission Open
Keywords: nanomaterial; interacting electron phenomena; mechanics; thermology; optics; electricity; magnetism
(This special issue belongs to the Section Physical Chemistry at Nanoscale)
Recent Advances in Nanomaterials for Removal of New Emerging Pollutants from Water/Wastewater (2nd Edition)
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submission deadline 20 Dec 2024 | 1 articles | Viewed by 2039 | Submission Open
Keywords: photocatalysts; nanoparticles; emerging pollutants; pharmaceuticals; water treatment; wastewater
(This special issue belongs to the Section Environmental Nanoscience and Nanotechnology)
Nanosafety and Nanotoxicology: Current Opportunities and Challenges
edited by and Andrea Zijno
submission deadline 20 Dec 2024 | 1 articles | Viewed by 1580 | Submission Open
Keywords: nanomaterial cytotoxicity testing; nanomaterial genotoxicity testing; nanosafety; new approach methodologies (NAMs); safe and sustainable-by-design (SSbD) approaches; in silico methodologies; FAIR approach
(This special issue belongs to the Section Environmental Nanoscience and Nanotechnology)
2D Nanomaterials for Medical Applications submission deadline 20 Dec 2024 | 1 articles | Viewed by 1280 | Submission Open
Keywords: 2D nanomaterials; medical applications; drug delivery; bioimaging; tissue engineering; regenerative medicine; precision medicine; toxicology; synthesis; biocompatible nanomaterials
(This special issue belongs to the Section Biology and Medicines)
Development of Innovative Devices Using New-Emerging Micro and Nano Technologies
edited by Tongbiao Wang
submission deadline 20 Dec 2024 | 1 articles | Viewed by 1050 | 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)
Toxicity Evaluation of Nanoparticles: 2nd Edition
edited by Rongrong Liu and
submission deadline 20 Dec 2024 | 1 articles | Viewed by 1009 | 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)
Self-Powered Flexible Sensors Based on Triboelectric Nanogenerators
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submission deadline 20 Dec 2024 | 1 articles | Viewed by 976 | Submission Open
Keywords: triboelectric nanogenerator; self-powered sensors; flexible electronics; wearable electronics
(This special issue belongs to the Section Nanoelectronics, Nanosensors and Devices)
Current Advances in Nanoelectronics, Nanosensors and Devices (Second Edition)—Low Dimensional Materials Fabrication, Characterization and Applications
edited by
submission deadline 20 Dec 2024 | 1 articles | Viewed by 831 | 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)
Controlled Synthesis and Catalytic Applications of Oxide-Based Nanoparticles
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submission deadline 20 Dec 2024 | 1 articles | Viewed by 798 | Submission Open
Keywords: oxide-based nanoparticles; photocatalysis; electrocatalysis; heterogeneous catalysis; water splitting; environmental remediation
(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 | 1 articles | Viewed by 777 | 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)
Trends and Prospects in Laser Nanofabrication
edited by Mingdi Wang and Shengbin Zhao
submission deadline 20 Dec 2024 | 1 articles | Viewed by 630 | 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)
Polymer-Based Nanomaterials for Pharmaceutical, Biomedical and Environmental Applications—New Trends, Benefits and Future Opportunities submission deadline 20 Dec 2024 | Viewed by 436 | Submission Open
Keywords: polymer-based nanomaterials; nanoparticles; biodegradation; pharmacy; biomedicine; environment; cyrcular economy
(This special issue belongs to the Section Biology and Medicines)
Applications of Nanomaterials in Biomedical Imaging and Cancer Therapy: 3rd Edition
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submission deadline 20 Dec 2024 | Viewed by 170 | 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)
Hybrid Nanomaterials and/or Nanocomposites for Photo(Electro-) Catalytic Applications
edited by Yang Fu, and Zhongjie Yang
submission deadline 20 Dec 2024 | Viewed by 168 | Submission Open
Keywords: nanomaterials; hybrids; nanocomposites; photocatalysis; electrocatalysis
(This special issue belongs to the Section Energy and Catalysis)
Applications of Novel Nanomaterials in Flexible Organic Electronics
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submission deadline 20 Dec 2024 | Viewed by 156 | 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)
Theoretical Investigations on Nanomaterials
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submission deadline 20 Dec 2024 | Viewed by 133 | 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 123 | 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)
Innovative Nanomaterials and Their Expanding Applications in Solar Energy Technologies
edited by and
submission deadline 20 Dec 2024 | Viewed by 121 | 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)
Nanomaterial-Based SERS Sensing and Detection Technology
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submission deadline 20 Dec 2024 | Viewed by 115 | 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)
Applications of Nanoporous Materials in Sensors and Catalysis
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submission deadline 20 Dec 2024 | Viewed by 114 | 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)
Mechanical Properties and Applications for Nanostructured Alloys
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submission deadline 20 Dec 2024 | Viewed by 109 | Submission Open
Keywords: nanostructured alloys; strengthening method; strengthening mechanisms; mechanical properties; alloy manufacturing
(This special issue belongs to the Section Nanofabrication and Nanomanufacturing)
Nonlinear Optics and Ultrafast Lasers in Nanosystems
edited by Jiang Wang
submission deadline 20 Dec 2024 | Viewed by 102 | Submission Open
Keywords: nonlinear optics; ultrafast lasers; nanomaterials; functional devices
(This special issue belongs to the Section Nanophotonics Materials and Devices)
Novel Carbon-Based Nanomaterials as Green Catalysts
edited by Qingshan Zhao
submission deadline 20 Dec 2024 | Viewed by 102 | 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)
Versatile Plasmonic Nanostructures for Biomedical Applications
edited by Seunghyun Lee, Jeong-Wook Oh, Jung-Hoon Lee and
submission deadline 20 Dec 2024 | Viewed by 89 | 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)
Nanofabrication for Energy Storage, Environment Purification, Optical Communication and Intelligent Manufacturing
edited by Han Lin
submission deadline 20 Dec 2024 | Viewed by 75 | Submission Open
Keywords: fabrication; energy storage; environment purification; waveguide laser; intelligent manufacturing
(This special issue belongs to the Section Nanofabrication and Nanomanufacturing)
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