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10th Anniversary of Materials Section—Recent Advances in "Materials Sciences and Engineering"

A special issue of Applied Sciences (ISSN 2076-3417). This special issue belongs to the section "Materials Science and Engineering".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 December 2026 | Viewed by 1318

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Dr. Sebastiano Candamano

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Mechanical, Energy and Management Engineering Department, University of Calabria, 87036 Cosenza, Italy
Interests: building materials; innovative families of binders; greenhouse gas emission; pollutant degradation; photocatalysis; globalization; geopolymers; durability and sustainability of traditional or innovative mortars
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Dr. Luca Spiridigliozzi

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Faculty of Technological Sciences and Innovation, Department of Engineering and Science, Universitas Mercatorum, Rome, Italy
Interests: high-entropy oxides; rare-earths; wet chemistry; sintering; solid oxide fuel cells (SOFCs); alkali-activated materials (AAMs)
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Special Issue Information

Dear Colleagues,

We are proud to celebrate, in 2026, the 10th anniversary of the section "Materials Science and Engineering". We are deeply grateful to the authors, reviewers and academic editors who have supported and contributed to the continuous scientific achievements of the journal. To celebrate this milestone, we have launched this special anniversary issue.

The Section on Materials Science and Engineering encourages multi-disciplinary research focused in developing novel materials or  innovative material applications. It spans the full range of material types, encompassing polymers, ceramics, metals and hybrid materials.

This Special Issue intends to gather moderate-sized original research or review papers featuring important and recent developments in materials science and engineering with a special emphasis on real-life applications. 

Dr. Sebastiano Candamano
Dr. Luca Spiridigliozzi
Guest Editors

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Keywords

  • nanomaterials
  • nanotechnology
  • nanocomposites
  • nanoparticles
  • microfibers
  • nanofibers
  • carbon nanotubes
  • graphene
  • polymers
  • composites
  • metallic alloys
  • ceramics
  • semiconductors
  • quantum dots
  • thin films
  • coatings
  • polymer composites
  • ceramic composites
  • metal matrix composites
  • carbon fibers
  • glass fibers
  • shape memory alloys
  • porous materials
  • polymer blends
  • magnetic materials
  • smart materials
  • responsive materials
  • self-healing materials
  • biomaterials
  • biodegradable materials
  • tissue engineering
  • drug delivery
  • scaffolds
  • biosensors
  • biomimetic materials
  • catalysis
  • photocatalysis
  • electrochemistry
  • surface modification
  • corrosion resistance
  • energy storage
  • batteries
  • supercapacitors
  • fuel cells
  • solar cells
  • hydrogen production
  • hydrogels
  • aerogels
  • flexible electronics
  • wearable devices
  • 3D printing
  • additive manufacturing
  • mechanical properties
  • strength
  • toughness
  • hardness
  • elasticity
  • thermal conductivity
  • electrical conductivity
  • optical properties
  • luminescence
  • photoluminescence
  • sustainable materials
  • green synthesis
  • recycling
  • degradation
  • characterization
  • microscopy
  • X-ray diffraction
  • spectroscopy
  • rheology
  • mechanical testing
  • electrochemical testing
  • thermal analysis
  • computational materials science
  • machine learning
  • molecular dynamics composites for the built environment
  • green composites
  • advanced and sustainable binders
  • FRCM
  • fiber-reinforced composites
  • mortar/concrete with phase change materials (PCMs) or nanomaterials
  • durability
  • LCA
  • recycled aggregate
  • characterization

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Influence of Stitch Density on Tensile Properties of Polyethylene-Stitched Composite Laminates
by Manuel Alejandro Lira-Martínez, Marianggy Gomez-Avila, Abraham Leonel López-León and Luis Daimir López-León
Appl. Sci. 2026, 16(6), 2953; https://doi.org/10.3390/app16062953 - 19 Mar 2026
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Delamination in laminated composites originates from premature matrix cracking within the interlaminar region, ultimately leading to ply separation under indirect loading. Among the techniques proposed to mitigate this failure mode, through-thickness stitching has emerged as a localized reinforcement strategy capable of enhancing interlaminar [...] Read more.
Delamination in laminated composites originates from premature matrix cracking within the interlaminar region, ultimately leading to ply separation under indirect loading. Among the techniques proposed to mitigate this failure mode, through-thickness stitching has emerged as a localized reinforcement strategy capable of enhancing interlaminar performance without modifying the in-plane laminate architecture. However, previous studies report that stitching can either improve or degrade the mechanical properties of the composite, with stitch density identified as a critical variable. This work aims to keep the tensile strength of a stitched composite at levels comparable to its unstitched counterpart. The reinforcement was applied using an eight-strand polyethylene thread (0.28 mm in diameter) embedded in a low-viscosity epoxy infusion system (MAX 1618 A/B) combined with a 90° biaxial fiberglass woven fabric. The tensile behavior of laminates was examined for three longitudinal stitching configurations consisting of 2, 3, and 5 continuous stitch lines. Results show that increasing stitch count produces a progressive reduction in tensile strength, attributed to stress concentration around stitch sites and microstructural effects such as resin-rich zones and fiber waviness. Full article
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Fe3O4@LDH Hybrids as Drug Delivery Systems for Meloxicam: A Physical–Chemical Characterization and In Vitro Study
by Marcella Bini, Maria Cristina Mozzati, Deborah Fabris, Vittorio Berbenni, Giovanna Bruni, Lauretta Maggi, Silvia Pisani and Valeria Friuli
Appl. Sci. 2026, 16(6), 2853; https://doi.org/10.3390/app16062853 - 16 Mar 2026
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Magnetic nanoparticles represent the next-generation drug delivery systems, enabling drug targeting to specific organs without adverse effects on the body and with a controlled release rate. Their strengths are represented by biocompatibility, low cost, and easy drug loading; some drawbacks are aggregation and [...] Read more.
Magnetic nanoparticles represent the next-generation drug delivery systems, enabling drug targeting to specific organs without adverse effects on the body and with a controlled release rate. Their strengths are represented by biocompatibility, low cost, and easy drug loading; some drawbacks are aggregation and poor stability in biological media. In the present work, we synthesized magnetic core–shell structures with a magnetite core coated with layered double hydroxides (LDHs) based on Mg2+ or Zn2+ and Al3+ ions and loaded with meloxicam, a poorly water-soluble anti-inflammatory drug. Several syntheses have been attempted to obtain iron oxides based on the only magnetite phase. The combined use of different characterization techniques allowed us to reveal that the best product, showing the crucial room temperature superparamagnetism and a good level of compositional uniformity, was obtained from co-precipitation in nitrogen flow. The next LDH coating was successful, even if the hybrids showed the occurrence of aggregation. The drug was mainly adsorbed onto the LDH surfaces, as shown by the X-ray diffraction and Infrared Spectroscopy techniques. The loaded meloxicam amount was low, but the subsequent release into simulated body fluid could be prolonged for 4 days. Our study provides a proof of concept about the importance of a thorough characterization of the nanocomposite hybrids and their possible use for tricky drugs, such as those of class II of the Biopharmaceutical Classification System. Full article
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Comparison of Linear and Nonlinear Ultrasonic Features for the Analysis of Concrete Under Compression
by Francesco Medaglia, Sebastiano Candamano, Antonio Iorfida, Stefano Laureti, Danilo Martino, Giacinto Porco, Marco Ricci and Rocco Zito
Appl. Sci. 2026, 16(6), 2715; https://doi.org/10.3390/app16062715 - 12 Mar 2026
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The early detection and monitoring of stress-induced damage in concrete is a key goal for nondestructive evaluation and structural health monitoring of civil structures. Both linear and nonlinear ultrasonic testing methods have been developed for this purpose. The Ultrasonic Pulse Velocity (UPV) test [...] Read more.
The early detection and monitoring of stress-induced damage in concrete is a key goal for nondestructive evaluation and structural health monitoring of civil structures. Both linear and nonlinear ultrasonic testing methods have been developed for this purpose. The Ultrasonic Pulse Velocity (UPV) test is the standard linear technique and is reliable and easy to use, but it typically detects defects only after micro-cracks coalesce or grow beyond a threshold size. To enable earlier detection, features extracted from the nonlinear ultrasonic response—especially harmonics generation—have been proposed. However, these approaches often require complex measurement protocols, and their signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) can be limited. In this study, we leverage an exponential swept-sine pulse-compression (ESS–PuC) procedure to characterize both linear and nonlinear responses from a single measurement. We define and extract several features from both responses, and use them to monitor micro-crack initiation and growth in concrete specimens under gradually increasing compressive load. This enables a qualitative comparison of their characteristics and performance in detecting crack formation. Full article
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Constructal Design and Friction Stir Processing Synergy: Towards Next-Generation High-Efficiency Heat Sinks
by Joel de Jesus, Miguel Panão and Ricardo Branco
Appl. Sci. 2026, 16(3), 1640; https://doi.org/10.3390/app16031640 - 6 Feb 2026
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The continuous increase in electronic power densities demands thermal management solutions that surpass the conventional heat sink designs. This study introduces a synergistic approach that combines constructal design principles with Friction Stir Processing (FSP) to create next-generation heat sinks featuring an optimized geometry [...] Read more.
The continuous increase in electronic power densities demands thermal management solutions that surpass the conventional heat sink designs. This study introduces a synergistic approach that combines constructal design principles with Friction Stir Processing (FSP) to create next-generation heat sinks featuring an optimized geometry and locally enhanced thermal conductivity. Constructal design provides a physics-based framework for routing heat through preferential paths, whereas FSP enables the fabrication of these paths by refining the microstructure and reducing defect density, thereby improving thermal transport properties. Experimental validation on the AA6082-T651 aluminum alloy demonstrated a 21% increase in thermal conductivity within the FSP-processed regions, as confirmed through electrical resistivity measurements and thermal step-response tests. Microstructural analysis revealed significant grain refinement (from ~150 μm to 3–5 μm), which correlated with enhanced heat diffusion rates. A constructal scale-based model was developed to establish the relationship between the conductivity ratio and optimal geometric configuration, showing that a higher local conductivity shifts the design toward denser thermal pathways. These findings substantiate the feasibility of integrating geometry optimization with property tailoring, paving the way for scalable, high-efficiency heat sinks for advanced cooling systems. Full article
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