Structure Design, Synthesis, Characterization, and Application of Nanoporous Materials

Dear Colleagues,

The demand for innovative materials with tailored properties has intensified in various industries, ranging from catalysis and energy storage to environmental remediation and biomedical applications. Nanoporous materials are characterized by their unique structures formed by nanoscale pores and high surface areas, offering promising solutions to address these challenges. The synthesis, characterization, and application of nanoporous materials has attracted significant attention due to their potential to revolutionize diverse fields. This Special Issue on “Structure Design, Synthesis and Application of Nanoporous Materials” aims to assemble cutting-edge research in this dynamic field. From fundamental studies elucidating the basic principles governing nanoporous material behavior to applied research exploring their practical applications, this issue seeks to encompass the wide range of advancements in nanoporous materials science.

Contributions in this Special Issue can include, but are not limited to, new synthesis methods, advanced characterization techniques, and new applications of nanoporous materials. Researchers are invited to submit manuscripts on topics such as the computational modeling of nanoporous structures, sustainable synthesis approaches, and functionalization strategies to tailor material properties. Moreover, we encourage submissions that explore emerging frontiers in nanoporous materials research, including the integration of artificial intelligence for accelerated material discovery, bio-inspired design principles, and the development of nanoporous materials for next-generation technologies.

This Special Issue aims to promote collaboration and accelerate fundamental research into impactful applications through diverse perspectives and insights. We invite researchers from academia, industry, and government institutions to contribute their latest findings and contribute to advancing the field of nanoporous materials science.

The topics for this Special Issue may include, but are not limited to, the following:

A Fundamental Understanding of Nanoporous Materials: theoretical models and simulations for nanoporous materials, computational approaches for predicting structure-property relationships, and advances in understanding adsorption and diffusion phenomena in nanoporous materials;

Synthesis Techniques: novel synthesis methods for producing nanoporous materials (e.g., templating, sol–gel, and chemical vapor deposition), green synthesis approaches and sustainability considerations, and scalability and reproducibility in nanoporous material synthesis;

Characterization Methods: advanced characterization techniques (e.g., TEM, SEM, XRD, and NMR) for nanoporous materials, in situ and operando characterization studies, and characterizations of hierarchical nanoporous structures;

Functionalization and Modification: surface functionalization strategies for tailoring properties and applications, chemical and physical modification techniques, and hybrid materials, incorporating nanoporous structures;

Applications of Nanoporous Materials: catalysis and photocatalysis applications, gas separation and storage technologies and energy storage and conversion devices (e.g., batteries and supercapacitors), nanoporous materials for sensing and biosensing applications, and nanoporous membranes for water purification and desalination;

Emerging Topics: the integration of artificial intelligence and machine learning in nanoporous material research, AI-driven designs of nanoporous materials for specific applications, machine learning approaches for predicting nanoporous material properties, nanoporous materials for quantum computing and information storage, bio-inspired nanoporous materials and biomimetic synthesis strategies, nanoporous materials for 3D printing and additive manufacturing, and nanoporous materials for sustainable construction and infrastructure applications;

Challenges and Opportunities: addressing scalability and reproducibility challenges in nanoporous material synthesis, understanding the long-term stability and durability of nanoporous materials in practical applications, bridging the gap between laboratory-scale research and industrial-scale production, and regulatory and safety considerations for the use of nanoporous materials in various applications.

Dr. María Luisa García-Betancourt
Guest Editor

Dr. Magallón Cacho Lorena
Dr. Ramírez Aparicio Jeannete
Guest Editor Assistants

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• nanoporous materials
• structure design
• synthesis techniques
• characterization methods
• surface functionalization
• computational modeling
• adsorption phenomena
• diffusion studies
• catalysis applications
• energy storage
• gas separation
• environmental remediation
• biomimetic synthesis
• artificial intelligence
• machine learning
• sustainability
• green synthesis
• hierarchical structures
• hybrid materials
• advanced characterization techniques
• regulatory and safety considerations
• industrial-scale production