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Plasmonic Nanoparticle-Based Platforms for Efficient (Bio)Sensing submission deadline 31 Dec 2025 | Viewed by 48 | 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)
Advanced Nanocatalysis in Environmental Applications
edited by Yanqing Jiao
submission deadline 31 Dec 2025 | Viewed by 44 | Submission Open
Keywords: nanocatalysis; environmental remediation; pollutant degradation; green chemistry; sustainable catalysis
(This special issue belongs to the Section Environmental Nanoscience and Nanotechnology)
Luminescent Nanoprobes for Biomedical Imaging, Treatment and Detection
edited by
submission deadline 31 Dec 2025 | Viewed by 43 | 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)
Nanomaterials and Nanostructures for Spintronic Terahertz Devices
edited by , and Liang Cheng
submission deadline 31 Dec 2025 | Viewed by 39 | Submission Open
Keywords: spintronics; terahertz; THz emitters; THz modulators; THz detectors; nanomaterials; nanostructures
(This special issue belongs to the Section Nanoelectronics, Nanosensors and Devices)
Enhancing Energy Storage in Batteries and Devices Through Nanoscale Strategies
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submission deadline 31 Dec 2025 | Viewed by 39 | 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
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submission deadline 31 Dec 2025 | Viewed by 39 | 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)
Recent Advances in Antibacterial Nanoscale Materials
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submission deadline 31 Dec 2025 | Viewed by 37 | 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 37 | Submission Open
Keywords: nanomaterials; memristor; neuromorphic computing; bionic system; architecture; bio-inspired electronics
(This special issue belongs to the Section Nanoelectronics, Nanosensors and Devices)
Interfacial Studies and Industrial Applications of Nanocatalysts
edited by Yun Zu
submission deadline 31 Dec 2025 | Viewed by 31 | 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)
The Application of 2D Nanomaterials in Enhancing the Performance of Multifunctional Coatings
edited by and
submission deadline 31 Dec 2025 | Viewed by 27 | Submission Open
Keywords: 2D nanomaterials; coatings; graphene; hexagonal boron nitride
(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 25 | 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)
Theoretical Calculation Study of Nanomaterials: 2nd Edition
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submission deadline 9 Jan 2026 | 11 articles | Viewed by 11534 | 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 6496 | 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 4826 | 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 2599 | 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 1800 | 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 1395 | 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 551 | 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 199 | 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
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submission deadline 10 Jan 2026 | 2 articles | Viewed by 1358 | 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
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submission deadline 10 Jan 2026 | Viewed by 80 | 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 12147 | 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)
Graphene and Related Layered Materials: Structures, Properties, and Applications
edited by Huanxin Li and
submission deadline 15 Jan 2026 | 1 articles | Viewed by 2108 | 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)
Wide Bandgap Semiconductor Material, Device and System Integration
edited by and
submission deadline 15 Jan 2026 | 2 articles | Viewed by 1966 | 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)
Recent Advances in Nanotechnology for Heat Transfer
edited by Yong Zhang
submission deadline 15 Jan 2026 | Viewed by 43 | 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
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submission deadline 15 Jan 2026 | Viewed by 31 | 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 6349 | 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
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submission deadline 16 Jan 2026 | 2 articles | Viewed by 2244 | 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 2193 | 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)
Recent Developments in Nanomaterials and Their Composite for Electrochemical Sensors, Energy Conversion, and Storage Applications submission deadline 16 Jan 2026 | 2 articles | Viewed by 1689 | 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)
Microstructure Semiconductor Materials and Optoelectronic Applications
edited by and Zhou Wang
submission deadline 16 Jan 2026 | 2 articles | Viewed by 1629 | 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)
Porous Materials for Wastewater Treatment (2nd Edition)
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submission deadline 16 Jan 2026 | 1 articles | Viewed by 1180 | Submission Open
Keywords: porous materials; wastewater treatment; biotemplate; heavy metals; phosphate removal; COD
(This special issue belongs to the Section Energy and Catalysis)
Hydrogen Evolution Reaction Mechanism at Nanoscale
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submission deadline 16 Jan 2026 | Viewed by 154 | 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 71 | 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)
Application of Advanced Nanomaterials for High-Performance Rechargeable Batteries
edited by Chunhui Wang
submission deadline 16 Jan 2026 | Viewed by 46 | 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)
Nanotechnology in Food Safety Assessments and Packaging Applications
edited by Yuhuan Zhang
submission deadline 16 Jan 2026 | Viewed by 19 | Submission Open
Keywords: nanotechnology; food safety detection; smart packaging; rapid analysis
(This special issue belongs to the Section Biology and Medicines)
Nanosafety Assessment, Implications and Mitigations submission deadline 16 Jan 2026 | Viewed by 7 | Submission Open
Keywords: nanosafety assessment; inorganic nanomaterials (metal; metal oxides); environmental contamination; medical applications (cancer treatment; drug delivery; cosmetics); human exposure; health impact; microplastics & nanoplastics; nanotoxicology; acute & chronic exposure; mechanism of nanotoxicity; mitigation strategies; occupational safety; life cycle assessment
(This special issue belongs to the Section Environmental Nanoscience and Nanotechnology)
Dielectric, Ferroelectric and Piezoelectric Properties of Nanomaterials
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submission deadline 20 Jan 2026 | 4 articles | Viewed by 8785 | Submission Open
Keywords: dielectric property; ferroelectric property; piezoelectric property; ferroelectric nanomaterials; antiferroelectric nanomaterials; downscaling; microelectronics; thin films; multilayers; superlattices; nanorods; nanowires; nanotubes; nanofibers; nanoparticles
(This special issue belongs to the Section Nanoelectronics, Nanosensors and Devices)
New Approach Methodologies for the Toxicity Assessment of Nanomaterials
edited by and Eleonora Longhin
submission deadline 20 Jan 2026 | 4 articles | Viewed by 6821 | 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)
Nanomaterials and Nanotechnology in Civil Engineering
edited by and
submission deadline 20 Jan 2026 | 3 articles | Viewed by 1598 | Submission Open
Keywords: nanoparticle; nanocomposites; nanotechnology; nanoscale characterization; civil engineering
(This special issue belongs to the Section Nanocomposite Materials)
Metal Nanostructures in Biological Applications submission deadline 20 Jan 2026 | 1 articles | Viewed by 1360 | Submission Open
Keywords: metal nanostructure synthesis and surface modifications; green synthesis; drug delivery; biomedical imaging; anti-infective treatments; neurodegenerative diseases; tissue engineering; wound healing; 3D printing; risk assessment
(This special issue belongs to the Section Biology and Medicines)
Development and Application of Advanced In Situ Microscopy and Spectroscopy Techniques for Functional Materials at the Nanoscale
edited by Zi'an Li and Ruibin Liu
submission deadline 20 Jan 2026 | 1 articles | Viewed by 625 | Submission Open
Keywords: nanomaterials; functional materials; in situ transmission electron microscopy; scanning probe microscopy; super-resolution optical microscopy
(This special issue belongs to the Section Theory and Simulation of Nanostructures)
Ultrafast Laser Micro-Nano Welding: From Principles to Applications
edited by Xianshi Jia, Cong Wang and Li Kai
submission deadline 20 Jan 2026 | Viewed by 415 | Submission Open
Keywords: ultrafast laser micro-/nanoprocessing; nanomaterials; laser welding; intelligent monitoring; transparent materials
(This special issue belongs to the Section Nanophotonics Materials and Devices)
ZnO Nanowires: Growth, Properties, Energy and Environmental Applications
edited by
submission deadline 20 Jan 2026 | Viewed by 232 | Submission Open
Keywords: chemical and physical deposition techniques; doping and polarity; surface and interfaces; photovoltaic cells; piezoelectric devices; self-powered devices; batteries; gas sensors; photocatalytic devices
(This special issue belongs to the Section Synthesis, Interfaces and Nanostructures)
Nanomaterials in Asphalt: From Advanced Modification to Sustainable Pavement Solutions
edited by Jun Xie and
submission deadline 20 Jan 2026 | Viewed by 89 | Submission Open
Keywords: nanomaterials; asphalt modification; pavement performance; rheology; sustainability; multifunctional nanocomposites
Nanoscale Metal–Organic Frameworks for Cancer Therapy
edited by Hafezeh Nabipour
submission deadline 20 Jan 2026 | Viewed by 5 | Submission Open
Keywords: nanoscale metal– organic frameworks (NMOFs); cancer nanomedicine; drug delivery; photodynamic therapy (PDT); photothermal therapy (PTT); chemodynamic therapy (CDT); tumor targeting; stimuli-responsive systems; theranostics; clinical translation
(This special issue belongs to the Section Inorganic Materials and Metal-Organic Frameworks)
Engineered Nanomaterials and Natural Nanominerals for Catalytic Degradation of Emerging Pollutants: Mechanisms and Applications
edited by Lingshuai Kong
submission deadline 22 Jan 2026 | 1 articles | Viewed by 465 | Submission Open
Keywords: engineered nanomaterials; nanominerals; degradation; hydrolysis; redox; emerging pollutants
(This special issue belongs to the Section Environmental Nanoscience and Nanotechnology)
Graphene and Other 2D Layer-Based Nanomaterials for Energy and Sensing Applications submission deadline 23 Jan 2026 | 6 articles | Viewed by 10962 | Submission Open
Keywords: graphene; graphene derivatives and functionalization; carbon nanotubes and nanofibers; 2D materials; 2D carbon-based nanomaterials; Van der Waals heterostructures; 2D layered hybrid nanomaterials; energy storage; energy conversion; sensing
(This special issue belongs to the Section 2D and Carbon Nanomaterials)
Recent Advances in Halide Perovskite Nanomaterials
edited by and Jing Wei
submission deadline 23 Jan 2026 | 4 articles | Viewed by 3987 | Submission Open
Keywords: halide perovskites; quantum dots; nanocrystals; photovoltaics; photodetectors; light-emitting diodes
(This special issue belongs to the Section Nanophotonics Materials and Devices)
Transmission Electron Microscopy for Investigating Nanomaterials: Structural Analysis, Physical Properties, and Dynamic Behaviors
edited by Wanpeng Li and Xiaocui Li
submission deadline 23 Jan 2026 | 1 articles | Viewed by 1105 | Submission Open
Keywords: electron diffraction; HRTEM; STEM-HAADF/ABF; in-line/off-axis electron holography; ultrafast TEM; in situ TEM; 4D-STEM; EELS; EDS; nanomaterials
(This special issue belongs to the Section Synthesis, Interfaces and Nanostructures)
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