Materials Today Sustainability
Scope & Guideline
Connecting researchers to foster global sustainability efforts.
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Sustainable Materials Development:
Research on creating materials that utilize renewable resources and minimize environmental impact, including biomaterials, biocomposites, and recyclable materials. - Energy Storage and Conversion:
Exploration of materials for efficient energy storage systems, such as batteries and supercapacitors, focusing on enhancing performance and sustainability. - Environmental Remediation:
Studies aimed at developing materials for water and air purification, including photocatalysts and adsorbents to remove pollutants from various environments. - Nanotechnology and Advanced Materials:
Investigation of nanomaterials and their applications in various fields, including electronics, catalysis, and medicine, with a focus on enhancing functionality and sustainability. - Waste Valorization:
Research on converting waste materials into valuable products, including energy, fuels, and construction materials, promoting a circular economy.
Trending and Emerging
- Biomaterials and Biocomposites:
An increasing focus on materials derived from natural resources, which are biodegradable and environmentally friendly, is evident in recent publications. - Photocatalytic and Electrocatalytic Materials:
There is a growing interest in materials that facilitate photocatalytic and electrocatalytic reactions for environmental clean-up and energy conversion, reflecting a trend towards green chemistry. - Carbon-based Nanomaterials:
The development and application of carbon nanomaterials, including graphene and carbon dots, are gaining traction for their multifunctional capabilities in various fields. - Waste-to-Energy Technologies:
Research on converting waste materials into energy or valuable products is increasingly prominent, aligning with global sustainability goals. - Smart and Multifunctional Materials:
Emerging themes include the design of materials with integrated functionalities for applications in sensors, energy harvesting, and environmental remediation.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Construction Materials:
Research related to conventional construction materials, such as standard concrete and steel, has decreased as the focus shifts towards more sustainable alternatives and innovative composites. - Non-renewable Energy Sources:
The exploration of materials for fossil fuel-based energy systems is less frequent, indicating a decline in interest as the field moves towards renewable energy solutions. - Basic Polymer Science:
Studies centered on fundamental polymer chemistry without a sustainability angle have seen reduced attention, as the emphasis is now on sustainable and biodegradable polymers.
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