Call for papers/Topics
Full Articles/ Reviews/ Shorts Papers/ Abstracts are welcomed in the following research fields:
Nanostructure Fundamentals
Nanostructure classification, zero-dimensional, one-dimensional, two-dimensional and three-dimensional nanostructures, quantum confinement, surface-to-volume ratio, nanoscale effects, electronic structure, optical properties, magnetic properties, mechanical behaviour, thermal properties, transport phenomena, surface energy, interface effects and size-dependent material properties.
Nanomaterials and Their Classification
Metal nanoparticles, metal oxide nanoparticles, semiconductor nanomaterials, carbon-based nanomaterials, polymeric nanomaterials, ceramic nanomaterials, hybrid nanomaterials, nanocomposites, quantum dots, nanowires, nanotubes, nanorods, nanosheets, nanoporous materials, core-shell structures, dendrimers, fullerenes, graphene, transition-metal dichalcogenides and two-dimensional materials.
Synthesis and Fabrication of Nanomaterials
Top-down and bottom-up approaches, physical vapour deposition, chemical vapour deposition, atomic layer deposition, molecular beam epitaxy, sol-gel synthesis, hydrothermal and solvothermal synthesis, precipitation, electrodeposition, electrospinning, sputtering, laser ablation, mechanical milling, self-assembly, template-assisted synthesis, microemulsion methods, combustion synthesis and green synthesis of nanomaterials.
Nanofabrication and Nanoengineering Techniques
Photolithography, electron-beam lithography, nanoimprint lithography, focused ion beam processing, scanning probe lithography, soft lithography, nanoscale machining, additive nanomanufacturing, nano-patterning, surface engineering, thin-film fabrication, layer-by-layer assembly, nano-coating technologies, interface engineering and precision control of nanoscale structures.
Characterization of Nanostructures
Scanning electron microscopy, transmission electron microscopy, atomic force microscopy, scanning tunnelling microscopy, X-ray diffraction, Raman spectroscopy, Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy, UV-visible spectroscopy, photoluminescence spectroscopy, X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy, dynamic light scattering, zeta potential, BET surface-area analysis, thermal analysis, particle-size measurement, elemental analysis and mechanical characterization.
Carbon Nanostructures and Two-Dimensional Materials
Graphene, graphene oxide, reduced graphene oxide, carbon nanotubes, carbon nanofibres, fullerenes, carbon quantum dots, nanodiamonds, graphene heterostructures, boron nitride nanosheets, molybdenum disulfide, transition-metal dichalcogenides, MXenes, black phosphorus and emerging two-dimensional nanomaterials.
Nanocomposites and Hybrid Materials
Polymer-matrix nanocomposites, ceramic nanocomposites, metal-matrix nanocomposites, carbon-based nanocomposites, multifunctional composites, reinforcement mechanisms, interfacial bonding, dispersion of nanoparticles, mechanical strengthening, thermal management, electrical conductivity, electromagnetic shielding and structural applications.
Nanoelectronics and Nanodevices
Nanoscale transistors, single-electron devices, quantum-dot devices, molecular electronics, graphene electronics, flexible nanoelectronics, wearable electronic devices, nanosensors, nanoelectromechanical systems, memristors, neuromorphic devices, spintronics, semiconductor nanowires, nanoscale interconnects and next-generation integrated circuits.
Nanophotonics and Plasmonics
Surface plasmons, localized surface plasmon resonance, metallic nanostructures, photonic crystals, metamaterials, nanolasers, quantum dots in photonics, nanoantennas, optical waveguides, plasmonic sensors, light manipulation at the nanoscale, nonlinear nanophotonics, photodetectors and nanoscale optical communication.
Nanomaterials for Energy Applications
Nanostructured solar cells, perovskite nanomaterials, quantum-dot solar cells, lithium-ion batteries, sodium-ion batteries, solid-state batteries, supercapacitors, hydrogen storage, fuel cells, thermoelectric nanomaterials, photocatalytic hydrogen production, electrocatalysis, energy harvesting and nanostructured electrodes.
Nanotechnology in Environmental Engineering
Nanomaterials for water purification, wastewater treatment, heavy-metal removal, adsorption, membrane filtration, photocatalysis, air-pollution control, environmental remediation, pollutant degradation, nanosensors for environmental monitoring, nanomaterials for carbon capture, antimicrobial nanomaterials and environmental risk assessment.
Biomedical Nanotechnology and Nanomedicine
Drug delivery systems, targeted nanoparticles, cancer nanotechnology, magnetic nanoparticles, nanocarriers, liposomes, polymeric nanoparticles, biomimetic nanomaterials, biosensors, diagnostic nanotechnology, tissue engineering, regenerative medicine, antimicrobial nanomaterials, bioimaging, theranostics and controlled drug release.
Nanosensors and Smart Nanomaterials
Chemical nanosensors, gas sensors, biosensors, pressure sensors, strain sensors, optical nanosensors, electrochemical sensors, piezoelectric nanomaterials, shape-memory nanomaterials, self-healing materials, responsive nanomaterials, wearable sensors, flexible sensors and Internet-of-Nano-Things applications.
Nanoengineering for Mechanical and Structural Applications
Nanostructured coatings, wear-resistant materials, corrosion-resistant coatings, lightweight nanocomposites, high-strength materials, tribology at the nanoscale, friction reduction, lubrication using nanoparticles, fatigue behaviour, fracture mechanics, surface hardening and aerospace, automotive and civil-engineering applications.
Computational Nanoscience and Modelling
Molecular dynamics, density functional theory, Monte Carlo simulation, finite-element modelling at the nanoscale, multiscale modelling, quantum-mechanical simulations, nanomaterial property prediction, computational materials design, machine learning for nanomaterial discovery and artificial intelligence-assisted nanoengineering.
Functional Nanomaterials
Ferroelectric nanomaterials, piezoelectric nanomaterials, magnetic nanoparticles, magnetoelectric materials, thermoelectric materials, electrochromic materials, photochromic nanomaterials, catalytic nanomaterials, self-cleaning surfaces, superhydrophobic surfaces and multifunctional nanosystems.
Surface and Interface Nanoengineering
Surface functionalization, nanoparticle coating, interface modification, adhesion, wettability, nanoscale roughness, surface chemistry, self-assembled monolayers, ligand engineering, biomolecular functionalization, anti-corrosion surfaces, antibacterial coatings and nanoengineered interfaces.
Nanotechnology in Catalysis
Heterogeneous nanocatalysts, photocatalysts, electrocatalysts, single-atom catalysts, metal nanoparticles, metal oxide catalysts, catalytic nanocomposites, catalyst-support interactions, reaction selectivity, green catalysis and nanocatalysts for hydrogen production, carbon dioxide reduction and environmental treatment.
Nanoengineering in Aerospace and Automotive Systems
Lightweight nanocomposites, carbon nanotube-reinforced components, thermal barrier coatings, nano-lubricants, corrosion protection, nanostructured batteries, hydrogen-storage materials, automotive sensors, smart coatings, structural health monitoring, tyre nanocomposites and high-performance materials for electric and autonomous vehicles.
Smart Textiles and Flexible Nanotechnology
Conductive nanofibres, wearable electronics, flexible sensors, graphene textiles, energy-harvesting fabrics, antibacterial textiles, self-cleaning fabrics, thermal-management textiles, flexible batteries and integration of nanomaterials into clothing and soft electronic systems.
Agricultural and Food Nanotechnology
Nano-fertilisers, nano-pesticides, controlled nutrient delivery, nanosensors for soil and crop monitoring, food packaging, antimicrobial nanomaterials, freshness sensors, nanotechnology for food preservation, contaminant detection and precision agriculture.
Safety, Toxicology and Environmental Impact
Nanotoxicology, nanoparticle exposure, biological interactions, occupational safety, environmental transport, bioaccumulation, ecotoxicity, lifecycle analysis, safe-by-design nanomaterials, waste management, regulatory frameworks, ethical issues and responsible development of nanotechnology.
Sustainable and Green Nanoengineering
Bio-based nanomaterials, renewable-resource synthesis, green nanoparticle production, low-energy fabrication, recyclable nanocomposites, biodegradable nanomaterials, circular-economy approaches, lifecycle assessment, sustainable manufacturing and environmentally responsible nanoengineering.
Emerging and Future Directions
DNA nanotechnology, molecular machines, quantum nanotechnology, nano-robotics, programmable nanomaterials, neuromorphic nanodevices, artificial intelligence-assisted nanomaterial discovery, nano-enabled quantum computing, advanced metamaterials, bioinspired nanostructures, self-assembling systems, 4D nanoengineering and next-generation multifunctional nanomaterials.
