Microfluidic Nanoparticle Synthesis

Dear Colleagues,

Nanoparticles have attracted considerable research attention due to their unique optical, electronic, magnetic, and thermal properties. However, the lack of uniformity among nanoparticles has hindered the comprehensive understanding of their essential properties. Therefore, it is desirable to have high-quality nanoparticles with a narrow size distribution, uniform shape, and well-controlled surface chemistry. Over the past two decades, the development of synthetic methods has allowed better control over the nucleation and growth of nanoparticles. While significant progress has been made in conventional batch reactions, achieving superior control over the synthetic process remains a challenge.

In response to this challenge, microfluidic synthesis has emerged as a promising method for the controllable synthesis of nanoparticles. It offers homogeneous mixing of chemicals within milliseconds and microscopic control over reaction conditions. Furthermore, by adjusting the flow conditions of reagents, the size and uniformity of nanoparticles can be accurately regulated, enabling the study of nanoparticle nucleation and growth mechanisms. Accordingly, this Special Issue aims to present research papers, short communications, and review articles that focus on novel microfluidics, lab-on-a-chip, and miniaturized reactors for nanoparticle fabrication, as well as their emerging applications for biosensing and environmental monitoring.

We look forward to receiving your submissions.

Dr. Jing Jin
Dr. Bo Liu
Guest Editors

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• microfluidics
• lab-on-a-chip
• miniaturized reactors
• nanoparticles
• nanocomposites
• hybrid nanostructures or nanocomposites
• nanomaterial synthesis
• biosensing
• environmental monitoring