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The 15th Anniversary of Nanomaterials–Surface Chemistry of Graphene and Graphene Oxide
edited by Silvia Villar-Rodil
submission deadline 31 Dec 2025 | 1 articles | Viewed by 695 | Submission Open
Keywords: graphene; graphene oxide; chemistry
(This special issue belongs to the Section 2D and Carbon Nanomaterials)
The 15th Anniversary of Nanomaterials—2D Materials and Heterostructures: Synthesis, Processing, and Device Applications submission deadline 31 Dec 2025 | 1 articles | Viewed by 649 | Submission Open
Keywords: 2D materials: graphene; transition metal dichalcogenides; h-BN; Xenes (silicene; stanene; phosphorene; etc.); MXenes; magnetic layered materials; van der Waals heterostructures and 2D alloys; large-area growth methods for 2D materials (CVD; MOCVD; MBE; PLD; ALD); the advanced characterization of 2D materials and heterostructures (Atomic resolution TEM; Scanning probe Microscopies; Raman; optical and photoelectron spectroscopy; ...); theoretical modelling; electronic/optoelectronics applications (digital; RF; photodetectors; flexible/wearable electronics); sensors (environmental; chemical; biomedical applications); quantum technologies; energy technologies (light harvesting; thermoelectrics; batteries/supercapacitors; hydrogen evolution reaction)
(This special issue belongs to the Section 2D and Carbon Nanomaterials)
The 15th Anniversary of Nanomaterials—Recent Advances in the Synthesis, Interfacial and Structural Properties of Nanosystems
edited by
submission deadline 31 Dec 2025 | 1 articles | Viewed by 641 | Submission Open
Keywords: nanoparticles; colloids; emulsions; surfactants; proteins; polymers; adsorption; reactions; films; forces; measurement techniques; charge transfer; electrochemistry; electrocatalysis; energy production and storage
(This special issue belongs to the Section Synthesis, Interfaces and Nanostructures)
Nanostructured Semiconductors for Advanced Photodiodes, Photodetectors and Thin-Film Photovoltaics submission deadline 31 Dec 2025 | Viewed by 523 | Submission Open
Keywords: nanoscale heterojunctions; thin-film photovoltaic materials; nanophotonic engineering; carrier recombination suppression; energy conversion materials; spectral response engineering
(This special issue belongs to the Section Nanophotonics Materials and Devices)
Mechanical, Physical Properties and Thermal Characteristics of Nanofiller-Reinforced Composites
edited by Jiaxing Shao and Ying Li
submission deadline 31 Dec 2025 | 1 articles | Viewed by 382 | Submission Open
Keywords: nanofiller; composite materials; microstructure design; performance characterization; functionalization; strengthening mechanism; theoretical modeling
(This special issue belongs to the Section Nanocomposite Materials)
The Application of 2D Nanomaterials in Enhancing the Performance of Multifunctional Coatings
edited by and
submission deadline 31 Dec 2025 | 1 articles | Viewed by 284 | Submission Open
Keywords: 2D nanomaterials; coatings; graphene; hexagonal boron nitride
(This special issue belongs to the Section Synthesis, Interfaces and Nanostructures)
State of the Art in Nanotoxicology submission deadline 31 Dec 2025 | Viewed by 257 | Submission Open
Keywords: nanotoxicology; in vitro; in silico; NGRA; cytotoxicity
(This special issue belongs to the Section Biology and Medicines)
The 15th Anniversary of Nanomaterials: Exosome-Based Nanomaterials
edited by
submission deadline 31 Dec 2025 | Viewed by 220 | Submission Open
Keywords: metal nanoparticles; polymeric nanoparticles; liposomes; carbon-based nanomaterials; exosomes; imaging; drug delivery; immunotherapy; cancer therapy; targeting; biologics; tissue regeneration; safety
(This special issue belongs to the Section Biology and Medicines)
Preparation of High-Performance Nanofiber Membranes for Separation Applications
edited by
submission deadline 31 Dec 2025 | Viewed by 176 | Submission Open
Keywords: nanofiber membranes; high performance; separation applications; electrospinning; membrane fabrication; surface modification; porosity control
(This special issue belongs to the Section 2D and Carbon Nanomaterials)
The 15th Anniversary of Nanomaterials—Nanomaterial-Reinforced Metal, Ceramic, and Polymer Matrix Composites and Their Applications
edited by
submission deadline 31 Dec 2025 | Viewed by 109 | Submission Open
Keywords: nanomaterials; metallic nanocomposite; ceramic; polymer; nanofiber; graphene; thermal stability; energy harvesting
(This special issue belongs to the Section Nanocomposite Materials)
Applications and Research of Nanocarriers and Nanopesticides in Agriculture
edited by , Xiaohong Pan, and Rongbo Wang
submission deadline 31 Dec 2025 | Viewed by 101 | Submission Open
Keywords: nanomaetrials; nanopesticides; nanocarriers; targeted release; plant protection
(This special issue belongs to the Section Nanotechnology in Agriculture)
The 15th Anniversary of Nanomaterials: Single-Atom Catalysts in Electrocatalytic and Photocatalytic Processes submission deadline 31 Dec 2025 | Viewed by 95 | Submission Open
Keywords: single-atom catalysts (SACs); atomic-level dispersion; electrocatalytic applications; photocatalytic mechanisms; active site engineering; energy conversion and storage; electronic structure calculations; synergistic catalytic effects
(This special issue belongs to the Section Energy and Catalysis)
Thermally Conductive Nanomaterials: Synthesis, Properties and Applications
edited by Yong Zhang and Xinfeng Wu
submission deadline 31 Dec 2025 | Viewed by 90 | Submission Open
Keywords: electronic thermal management; energy storage and conversion; aerospace thermal regulation; industrial heat exchange systems
Advances in Bioactive Materials for Nanomedicine
edited by Francesca Corsi, and
submission deadline 31 Dec 2025 | Viewed by 88 | Submission Open
Keywords: metal nanoparticles; nanozymes; biomimetic nanomaterials; surface functionalization; drug delivery; biofabrication; flow synthesis
(This special issue belongs to the Section Biology and Medicines)
Nanobiotechnology in Biology and Medicine submission deadline 31 Dec 2025 | Viewed by 86 | Submission Open
Keywords: nanobiotechnology; medicine; environment; systems biology; genome editing; drug delivery; diagnostics
(This special issue belongs to the Section Biology and Medicines)
Nanomaterials and Nanostructures for Spintronic Terahertz Devices
edited by , and Liang Cheng
submission deadline 31 Dec 2025 | Viewed by 81 | Submission Open
Keywords: spintronics; terahertz; THz emitters; THz modulators; THz detectors; nanomaterials; nanostructures
(This special issue belongs to the Section Nanoelectronics, Nanosensors and Devices)
Luminescent Nanoprobes for Biomedical Imaging, Treatment and Detection
edited by
submission deadline 31 Dec 2025 | Viewed by 77 | Submission Open
Keywords: luminescence nanoprobes; phosphorescent nanoprobes; luminescence imaging; theranostics; phototherapy; photoluminescence; fluorescence; nanomedicine; nanotechnology
(This special issue belongs to the Section Biology and Medicines)
Research on the Optical, Electrical, and Thermal Properties and Applications of Hybrid Nanomaterials
edited by , Pallavi Kumari, Pawel Jarka and
submission deadline 31 Dec 2025 | Viewed by 76 | Submission Open
Keywords: semiconducting polymers; conjugated polymers; organic electronics; organic solar cells; OFETs; polymer composites; thin films
(This special issue belongs to the Section Nanocomposite Materials)
Recent Advances in Antibacterial Nanoscale Materials
edited by
submission deadline 31 Dec 2025 | Viewed by 72 | Submission Open
Keywords: antibacterial; nanoparticles; nanomaterials; drug delivery
(This special issue belongs to the Section Biology and Medicines)
Nanomaterials-Based Memristors for Neuromorphic Systems
edited by Lifeng Liu, Zheng Zhou and Yulin Feng
submission deadline 31 Dec 2025 | Viewed by 71 | Submission Open
Keywords: nanomaterials; memristor; neuromorphic computing; bionic system; architecture; bio-inspired electronics
(This special issue belongs to the Section Nanoelectronics, Nanosensors and Devices)
Design and Application of Nanomaterials in Photoenergy Conversions
edited by
submission deadline 31 Dec 2025 | Viewed by 71 | Submission Open
Keywords: one-dimensional heterostructures; porous two-dimensional nanosheets; interfacial engineering; photocatalysis; solar-to-fuel conversion reactions; nanostructured photocatalysts; defect-engineered photocatalysts; environmental remediation reactions
(This special issue belongs to the Section Energy and Catalysis)
Plasmonic Nanoparticle-Based Platforms for Efficient (Bio)Sensing submission deadline 31 Dec 2025 | Viewed by 65 | Submission Open
Keywords: plasmonic nanoparticles; plasmonic nanoplatforms; biosensors; chemical sensing; contaminant detection; monitoring nanodevices
(This special issue belongs to the Section Nanoelectronics, Nanosensors and Devices)
Enhancing Energy Storage in Batteries and Devices Through Nanoscale Strategies
edited by
submission deadline 31 Dec 2025 | Viewed by 63 | Submission Open
Keywords: lithium-ion batteries; sodium-ion batteries; potassium-ion batteries; aqueous zinc-ion batteries; capacitors; energy storage applications
(This special issue belongs to the Section Energy and Catalysis)
Carbon Dots: Preparation, Properties and Applications
edited by
submission deadline 31 Dec 2025 | Viewed by 60 | Submission Open
Keywords: carbon dots; optical properties; bioactive molecules; nanotechnology in agriculture; crop enhancement
(This special issue belongs to the Section 2D and Carbon Nanomaterials)
Interfacial Studies and Industrial Applications of Nanocatalysts
edited by Yun Zu
submission deadline 31 Dec 2025 | Viewed by 50 | Submission Open
Keywords: nanocatalysts; interfacial chemistry; heterogeneous catalysis; industrial catalysis; surface engineering; sustainable energy; environmental remediation; in situ characterization; scalable synthesis; reaction mechanisms
(This special issue belongs to the Section Energy and Catalysis)
Theoretical Calculation Study of Nanomaterials: 2nd Edition
edited by
submission deadline 9 Jan 2026 | 11 articles | Viewed by 13358 | Submission Open
Keywords: theoretical calculations; first-principles calculations; tight binding; ab initio molecular dynamics; nanomaterials and nanotechnology; mesoscopic effects; nanowires; nanoparticles and nanoclusters; nanomaterial applications; machine learning and artificial intelligence
(This special issue belongs to the Section Theory and Simulation of Nanostructures)
Novel Nanomaterials and Nanotechnology for Food Safety
edited by , Mengmeng Yan and Xiaolin Cao
submission deadline 9 Jan 2026 | 3 articles | Viewed by 7154 | Submission Open
Keywords: functional nanomaterials; nanoscale identification; contaminant monitoring; novel analytical techniques; rapid detection device; food quality and safety; surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy; sample pretreatment; adsorption; analytical methods
(This special issue belongs to the Section Biology and Medicines)
Hydrogen Production and Evolution Based on Nanocatalysts
edited by and Fausta Giacobello
submission deadline 9 Jan 2026 | 3 articles | Viewed by 5535 | Submission Open
Keywords: nanocatalysts; nanomaterials; hydrogen; electrolysis; water splitting
(This special issue belongs to the Section Energy and Catalysis)
Colloid Chemistry and Applications of Nanomaterials
edited by Zhiyuan Xiong, Renbo Wei and Bo Tang
submission deadline 9 Jan 2026 | 3 articles | Viewed by 3200 | Submission Open
Keywords: colloidal chemistry; nanomaterials; functional materials; food science; environment
(This special issue belongs to the Section Synthesis, Interfaces and Nanostructures)
Nanomaterials in Flexible Sensing and Devices
edited by Jingyuan Liu
submission deadline 9 Jan 2026 | 3 articles | Viewed by 2587 | Submission Open
Keywords: nanomaterials; nanomaterial synthesis; flexible sensing materials; flexible sensor; flexible electronic skin; functionalization
(This special issue belongs to the Section Nanoelectronics, Nanosensors and Devices)
Nanostructured and Multifunctional Solid Catalysts for Sustainable Chemical Processes
edited by and Kai Li
submission deadline 9 Jan 2026 | 2 articles | Viewed by 1979 | Submission Open
Keywords: heterogeneous catalysis; interface engineering; nanoparticles; metal-based nanomaterials; metal oxide for catalysts; conversion of CH4 and/or CO2; NH3 synthesis; hydrogen production; photocatalysis; plasma catalysis
(This special issue belongs to the Section Environmental Nanoscience and Nanotechnology)
Electrochemistry of Nanomaterials and Their Applications for Energy Storage and Conversion
edited by Yong Wang and Junfeng Liu
submission deadline 9 Jan 2026 | 1 articles | Viewed by 738 | Submission Open
Keywords: nanomaterials; electrocatalysis; fuel cells; lithium/sodium-ion batteries; lithium/sodium– sulfur batteries; electrolyte additives; anode surface
(This special issue belongs to the Section Energy and Catalysis)
Dielectric Nanocomposites for Energy Storage Applications
edited by Georgios C. Psarras, and
submission deadline 9 Jan 2026 | Viewed by 218 | Submission Open
Keywords: nanocomposites; ceramic nanodielectrics; polymer nanodielectrics; dielectric response; conductivity; energy storing/recovering; coefficient of energy efficiency; piezoelectrics; ferroelectrics; charge transport; activation energy; hopping conduction; active dielectrics
(This special issue belongs to the Section Energy and Catalysis)
Photofunctional Nanomaterials and Nanostructure, Second Edition
edited by
submission deadline 10 Jan 2026 | 2 articles | Viewed by 1825 | Submission Open
Keywords: photofunctional nanomaterials and nanostructures; photon conversion; photoelectronics; photovoltaic; photocatalysis; photoluminescence; biosensing
(This special issue belongs to the Section Nanophotonics Materials and Devices)
Future Nanoparticles: Focus on Sensors and Bio-Applications
edited by
submission deadline 10 Jan 2026 | 1 articles | Viewed by 625 | Submission Open
Keywords: nanoparticles; synthesis; biosensors; biomarkers; environmental contaminants; neurodegenerative; cancer
(This special issue belongs to the Section Biology and Medicines)
Nanomaterials for Sustainable Green Energy
edited by and
submission deadline 13 Jan 2026 | 8 articles | Viewed by 13627 | Submission Open
Keywords: nanomaterials; hydrogen storage; CO2 capture; fossil fuel recovery; water splitting catalyst; anti-reflective; superhydrophobic
(This special issue belongs to the Section Energy and Catalysis)
Wide Bandgap Semiconductor Material, Device and System Integration
edited by and
submission deadline 15 Jan 2026 | 3 articles | Viewed by 2858 | Submission Open
Keywords: wide band-gap power electronics and radio frequency (RF) devices; advanced process technology; materials growth and application; device design and modeling; device reliability; system and module
(This special issue belongs to the Section Nanoelectronics, Nanosensors and Devices)
Graphene and Related Layered Materials: Structures, Properties, and Applications
edited by Huanxin Li and
submission deadline 15 Jan 2026 | 1 articles | Viewed by 2698 | Submission Open
Keywords: graphene; layered materials; 2D materials; nanomaterials; energy storage; flexible electronics; sustainable technologies; catalysis design
(This special issue belongs to the Section Synthesis, Interfaces and Nanostructures)
Recent Advances in Nanotechnology for Heat Transfer
edited by Yong Zhang
submission deadline 15 Jan 2026 | Viewed by 69 | Submission Open
Keywords: nanoscale heat transfer; near-field radiation; thermal nanomaterials; many-body systems; nanofluids; thermal conductivity; energy harvesting; quantum thermal transport; phase-change materials; computational thermal modeling
(This special issue belongs to the Section Synthesis, Interfaces and Nanostructures)
Eco-Friendly Nanomaterials: Structure–Property Relationships in Photocatalysis
edited by
submission deadline 15 Jan 2026 | Viewed by 65 | Submission Open
Keywords: eco-friendly synthesis; photocatalysis; green nanomaterials; nanoparticles as catalysts; noble metals as catalysts; clusters as catalysts; heterogeneous catalysis; structure– property relationships; nanocomposites; defect engineering; biogenic nanoparticles; doping and heterojunctions; morphological characterization
(This special issue belongs to the Section Environmental Nanoscience and Nanotechnology)
Multifunctional Nanomaterials: Innovations in Energy Harvesting, Biological Applications, and Environmental Remediation submission deadline 16 Jan 2026 | 3 articles | Viewed by 7272 | Submission Open
Keywords: energy harvesting; nanomaterials for drug delivery; biocompatible nanoparticles; lipid nanoparticles in medicine; nanotechnology in tissue engineering; environmental remediation
(This special issue belongs to the Section Biology and Medicines)
Ceramic Matrix Nanocomposites
edited by
submission deadline 16 Jan 2026 | 2 articles | Viewed by 3103 | Submission Open
Keywords: ceramic matrix nanocomposites; nanomaterials; antimicrobial nanocomposites; energy nanocomposites; biomedical nanocomposites; high-temperature nanocomposites; advanced nanocomposites
(This special issue belongs to the Section Nanocomposite Materials)
Nano-Optics and Nanophotonics
edited by Zhe Kang and Ye Tian
submission deadline 16 Jan 2026 | 3 articles | Viewed by 2723 | Submission Open
Keywords: x-on-insulator; lasers; nanofibers; micro- and nano-cavities; machine learning; inverse design; photonic crystals; quantum dots; 2D materials; metamaterials; phase-change materials; photonic integrated circuits
(This special issue belongs to the Section Nanophotonics Materials and Devices)
Microstructure Semiconductor Materials and Optoelectronic Applications
edited by and Zhou Wang
submission deadline 16 Jan 2026 | 3 articles | Viewed by 2278 | Submission Open
Keywords: GaN quantum well; two-dimensional material; perovskite quantum dots; metal oxide; optoelectronic devices; micro-LED; memristor; simulated synapses; full color display; visible light communication
(This special issue belongs to the Section Nanoelectronics, Nanosensors and Devices)
Nanomaterials for Biological Applications: Innovative Strategies from Theranostic Approaches to Regenerative Medicine submission deadline 16 Jan 2026 | 2 articles | Viewed by 2217 | Submission Open
Keywords: nanomaterials; regenerative medicine; toxicology; cosmetics; therapy; imaging; theragnostic; nanoparticles synthesis and applications; drug delivery
(This special issue belongs to the Section Biology and Medicines)
Recent Developments in Nanomaterials and Their Composite for Electrochemical Sensors, Energy Conversion, and Storage Applications submission deadline 16 Jan 2026 | 2 articles | Viewed by 2051 | Submission Open
Keywords: nanomaterials; metal complexes; electrochemical sensors; energy conversion; energy storage; hybrid nanocomposites; renewable energy; electrocatalysis; nanotechnology; sustainable energy; functional materials; advanced materials
(This special issue belongs to the Section Nanocomposite Materials)
Porous Materials for Wastewater Treatment (2nd Edition)
edited by
submission deadline 16 Jan 2026 | 1 articles | Viewed by 1296 | Submission Open
Keywords: porous materials; wastewater treatment; biotemplate; heavy metals; phosphate removal; COD
(This special issue belongs to the Section Energy and Catalysis)
Application of Advanced Nanomaterials for High-Performance Rechargeable Batteries
edited by Chunhui Wang
submission deadline 16 Jan 2026 | 1 articles | Viewed by 516 | Submission Open
Keywords: cathode modification by nanomaterials; nanomaterials for anodes; nanomaterials for electrolytes; rechargeable batteries
(This special issue belongs to the Section Energy and Catalysis)
Hydrogen Evolution Reaction Mechanism at Nanoscale
edited by
submission deadline 16 Jan 2026 | Viewed by 170 | Submission Open
Keywords: overall water splitting; photocatalytic H2 evolution; electrocatalytic H2 evolution; artificial photosynthesis; reaction mechanism of H2 evolution; nanoscale catalysts; hydrogen– oxygen fuel cells
(This special issue belongs to the Section Energy and Catalysis)
Research on Supercapacitors, Batteries, and New Energy Nanomaterials submission deadline 16 Jan 2026 | Viewed by 93 | Submission Open
Keywords: supercapacitors; rechargeable batteries; energy storage; electrolyte design; solid-state electrolytes; ionic liquids; electrode materials; MXenes; doped carbon; transition metal compounds; nanostructured materials; hybrid energy devices; high energy density; electrocatalysis; sustainable energy; water splitting
(This special issue belongs to the Section Energy and Catalysis)
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