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Photofunctional Nanomaterials and Nanostructure, Second Edition
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submission deadline 10 Jan 2026 | 2 articles | Viewed by 2354 | 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 | 1 articles | Viewed by 1666 | 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 | 10 articles | Viewed by 21077 | 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 4075 | 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 3069 | 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 129 | 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 107 | 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 | 4 articles | Viewed by 9506 | 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 4349 | 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)
Microstructure Semiconductor Materials and Optoelectronic Applications
edited by and Zhou Wang
submission deadline 16 Jan 2026 | 4 articles | Viewed by 4217 | 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)
Nano-Optics and Nanophotonics
edited by Zhe Kang and Ye Tian
submission deadline 16 Jan 2026 | 3 articles | Viewed by 3563 | 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)
Nanomaterials for Biological Applications: Innovative Strategies from Theranostic Approaches to Regenerative Medicine submission deadline 16 Jan 2026 | 2 articles | Viewed by 3255 | 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 2368 | 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)
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submission deadline 16 Jan 2026 | 1 articles | Viewed by 1555 | 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 756 | 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
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submission deadline 16 Jan 2026 | Viewed by 201 | 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 117 | 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)
Nanotechnology in Food Safety Assessments and Packaging Applications
edited by Yuhuan Zhang
submission deadline 16 Jan 2026 | Viewed by 79 | 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 63 | 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 10979 | 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 8823 | 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 2940 | Submission Open
Keywords: nanoparticle; nanocomposites; nanotechnology; nanoscale characterization; civil engineering
(This special issue belongs to the Section Nanocomposite Materials)
Ultrafast Laser Micro-Nano Welding: From Principles to Applications
edited by Xianshi Jia, Cong Wang and Li Kai
submission deadline 20 Jan 2026 | 3 articles | Viewed by 2794 | 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)
Metal Nanostructures in Biological Applications submission deadline 20 Jan 2026 | 2 articles | Viewed by 2447 | 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 942 | 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)
ZnO Nanowires: Growth, Properties, Energy and Environmental Applications
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submission deadline 20 Jan 2026 | 1 articles | Viewed by 487 | 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 198 | Submission Open
Keywords: nanomaterials; asphalt modification; pavement performance; rheology; sustainability; multifunctional nanocomposites
Thermal Management of Graphene-Related Materials
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submission deadline 20 Jan 2026 | Viewed by 184 | Submission Open
Keywords: thermal management; graphene-related materials and structures; thermal coupling and correlation; electronic devices; thermal regulation and control
(This special issue belongs to the Section Physical Chemistry at Nanoscale)
Nanoscale Metal–Organic Frameworks for Cancer Therapy
edited by Hafezeh Nabipour
submission deadline 20 Jan 2026 | Viewed by 64 | 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 1061 | 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 14092 | 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 6038 | 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 1699 | 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)
Dielectric and Ferroelectric Properties of Ceramic Nanocomposites
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submission deadline 23 Jan 2026 | 1 articles | Viewed by 1541 | Submission Open
Keywords: nanostructured ceramics; dielectric properties; ferroelectric properties; thin films; energy storage
(This special issue belongs to the Section Nanocomposite Materials)
Research and Development of Bioactive Nanomaterials submission deadline 23 Jan 2026 | Viewed by 837 | Submission Open
Keywords: nanomaterials; bio-hybrids; bioactivity
(This special issue belongs to the Section Biology and Medicines)
Advanced Nanomaterials for Microwave Absorption and Electromagnetic Interference Shielding submission deadline 23 Jan 2026 | 1 articles | Viewed by 826 | Submission Open
Keywords: nanomaterials; microwave absorption; EMI shielding; magnetic property; dielectric property
(This special issue belongs to the Section Nanoelectronics, Nanosensors and Devices)
Nanostructured Catalysts for Energy Conversion and Environmental Applications
edited by and Songjie Li
submission deadline 23 Jan 2026 | 1 articles | Viewed by 512 | Submission Open
Keywords: nanostructured catalysts; crystal facet engineering surface modification; heterostructure; band gap engineering; electrocatalytic water splitting; photocatalytic water splitting; photoelectrochemical water splitting; photodegradation; anti-corrosion; CO2 reduction; N2 reduction
(This special issue belongs to the Section Energy and Catalysis)
Exploring Theory and Simulation of Nanostructures: A Review Series
edited by , and Matteo Viscoti
submission deadline 23 Jan 2026 | Viewed by 178 | Submission Open
Keywords: computational methods; constitutive models; fracture mechanics; multiscale modeling; multiphysics; nanomaterials; optimization design
(This special issue belongs to the Section Theory and Simulation of Nanostructures)
Progress in Magnetic Nanoparticles: From Synthesis to Applications
edited by , and Fernando Gálvez Alonso
submission deadline 23 Jan 2026 | Viewed by 162 | Submission Open
Keywords: magnetic nanoparticles; assemblies; surface effects; exchange bias; dipolar interactions; magnetic anisotropy; collective properties; ferromagnetic; antiferromagnetic; novel applications
(This special issue belongs to the Section Inorganic Materials and Metal-Organic Frameworks)
Applications and Advances of Nanocomposites for Biosensors submission deadline 23 Jan 2026 | Viewed by 102 | Submission Open
Keywords: nanocomposites; nanoparticles; nanomaterials; biosensors; graphene; metal oxides; carbon nanotubes
(This special issue belongs to the Section Nanocomposite Materials)
Nanomaterials-Enabled Energy Storage and Conversion: Theoretical Insights
edited by Dashuai Wang
submission deadline 23 Jan 2026 | Viewed by 90 | Submission Open
Keywords: energy storage; energy conversion; theoretical calculations; computational materials science; density functional theory; molecular dynamics simulation; machine learning; nanoscale reaction mechanisms; interfacial engineering
(This special issue belongs to the Section Theory and Simulation of Nanostructures)
Carbon Quantum Dots (CQDs) and Related Systems
edited by Qianqian Duan
submission deadline 23 Jan 2026 | Viewed by 82 | Submission Open
Keywords: carbon quantum dots (CQDs); drug delivery; bio-imagings; organelle labeling; fluorescent sensor
(This special issue belongs to the Section Biology and Medicines)
Advances in Nanotoxicology: Health and Safety (Second Edition) submission deadline 23 Jan 2026 | Viewed by 78 | Submission Open
Keywords: engineered nanomaterials; molecular mechanisms of nanotoxicity; nano-enabled drug delivery systems; nanomedicine for cancer therapy; environmental impact of nanomaterials
(This special issue belongs to the Section Biology and Medicines)
Next-Generation Nanomaterials for Electrocatalysis and Energy Storage
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submission deadline 23 Jan 2026 | Viewed by 77 | Submission Open
Keywords: air pollution; climate resilience; community-based; environmental equity and justice; flooding; stormwater; geospatial modeling; health disparities; landscape-scale climate impacts; mid-sized cities; remote sensing; social vulnerability; socio-environmental landscapes; suburban climate impacts; urban climate; urban heat island
(This special issue belongs to the Section Energy and Catalysis)
Current State of Laser Synthesis of Metal Nanoparticles
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submission deadline 23 Jan 2026 | Viewed by 72 | Submission Open
Keywords: laser synthesis; metal nanoparticles; green synthesis; femtosecond laser synthesis; nanomaterials
(This special issue belongs to the Section Synthesis, Interfaces and Nanostructures)
The Application of Nanomaterials for Fire Safety
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submission deadline 23 Jan 2026 | Viewed by 62 | Submission Open
Keywords: black phosphorus; nanomaterials; flame retardance; polymers; mechanisms
(This special issue belongs to the Section Nanocomposite Materials)
Nitride Semiconductors: Nanomaterials, Devices and Applications
edited by Xiaowei Zhou
submission deadline 23 Jan 2026 | Viewed by 57 | Submission Open
Keywords: III-nitride; photoelectronic device; electronic devices; defect; doping efficiency; reliability analysis; two-dimensional materials
(This special issue belongs to the Section Nanophotonics Materials and Devices)
Advances in the Study of Nanomaterials for Energy Storage
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submission deadline 23 Jan 2026 | Viewed by 51 | Submission Open
Keywords: renewable energy; energy shortage; phase change; high-entropy alloys; electrochemical performance
(This special issue belongs to the Section Energy and Catalysis)
Advances in Nanotechnology for Pollutant Degradation
edited by Shangyi Li
submission deadline 23 Jan 2026 | Viewed by 50 | Submission Open
Keywords: water and wastewater treatment; adsorption technology; advanced catalytic oxidation; catalytic materials; groudwatwer treatment; large-scale deployment
(This special issue belongs to the Section Environmental Nanoscience and Nanotechnology)
Fullerenes and Carbon Nanostructures for Health
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submission deadline 24 Jan 2026 | Viewed by 127 | Submission Open
Keywords: fullerenes; carbon nanostructures; safety; toxicity; healthcare
(This special issue belongs to the Section Biology and Medicines)
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