Nanoparticle Functionalization by Polymers: Methods and Applications

Dear Colleagues,

The field of nanoparticle synthesis and characterization is growing rapidly but the findings remain dependent on the available material processing techniques and observations at the nanoscale. Often, “nude” nanoparticles are only applicable after modification of their surface properties. These modifications include:

• Increased stability;
• Control of surface charge;
• Janus or multifunctionalized particles;
• Rheological properties at the nanoscale—nanotribology;
• Surface thermodynamics—wettability;
• Shape control;
• Biomedical applications—drug transport, targeting, and specific interactions with cells;
• Design of specific nanosensors.

In the majority of these fields, researchers have identified polymers designed to modify particle characteristics, suiting them, as well as fully polymeric particles, to specific applications.

The proposed Special Issue intends to cover these aspects, placing emphasis on the methods and preparation, their justification and quantification, and the applications of the resulting nanostructures.

Prof. Ángel V. Delgado
Dr. Guillermo Iglesias
Guest Editors

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