Novel Metal–Organic Frameworks and Their Composites: A Journey from Synthesis to Application
A special issue of Nanomaterials (ISSN 2079-4991).
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 January 2025 | Viewed by 61
Special Issue Editors
Interests: crystal engineering; crystallization process monitoring and control
Special Issues, Collections and Topics in MDPI journals
Interests: synthesis of MOFs and MOF composites; drug delivery; fire safety of polymers; CO2 adsorption
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Metal–organic frameworks (MOFs) and their composites have emerged as versatile materials with exceptional properties. This Special Issue delves into the journey from synthesis to the application of novel MOFs and their composites. The synthesis of MOFs typically involves the intricate self-assembly of metal ions or clusters with organic linkers, employing advanced techniques such as solvothermal, mechanochemical, and sonochemical methods. Recent advancements emphasize innovative strategies for surface modification and functionalization, which are crucial for enhancing MOF performance. Of particular interest are novel MOF composites, integrating polymeric compounds, metal oxides, graphene oxide, MXenes, and other advanced materials, leveraging synergistic effects to broaden their functional capabilities. This Special Issue also explores the diverse applications of MOFs and their composites. MOFs excel in adsorption applications due to their high surface area, effectively capturing gases and pollutants. They hold promise in energy storage, particularly for carbon dioxide, hydrogen, and methane, benefiting from their tunable pore sizes and chemical functionalities. MOF composites are instrumental in controlled drug delivery, offering biocompatibility and customizable release profiles, while their structural variability supports sensitive nanosensors development. Additionally, MOFs contribute to fire retardancy through the integration of flame-retardant elements. This Special Issue will explore these and other novel applications of MOFs and their composites. Therefore, contributions from leading research groups highlighting the current state of the art and providing a balanced view of MOFs and their composites’ evolving landscape are welcomed. This Special Issue aims to encapsulate the breadth and depth of advancements in this dynamic field, offering insights into the future directions and applications of these remarkable materials.
Prof. Dr. Sohrab Rohani
Dr. Hafezeh Nabipour
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- metal–organic frameworks
- novel synthesis
- MOF composites
- novel characterizations
- applications
- environmental
- energy sector
- controlled drug release
- flame retardants
- sensors
