Nano-Micro Letters
Scope & Guideline
Advancing nanotechnology through open collaboration.
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Nanomaterials and Nanocomposites:
Research on the synthesis, characterization, and application of various nanomaterials, including carbon-based materials, metal oxides, and hybrid composites, aimed at enhancing performance in energy storage and conversion. - Electrochemical Energy Storage:
Studies related to batteries, supercapacitors, and fuel cells, focusing on novel materials and design strategies that improve efficiency, stability, and energy density. - Environmental Applications:
Investigations into the use of nanomaterials for environmental remediation, including water purification, gas sensing, and pollutant degradation. - Biomedical Applications:
Exploration of nanotechnology in healthcare, including drug delivery systems, biosensors, and therapeutic agents for cancer treatment. - Electromagnetic Interference Shielding:
Research on materials designed for effective electromagnetic interference (EMI) shielding, critical for electronic devices and communication technologies.
Trending and Emerging
- Sustainable Energy Solutions:
A significant trend is the development of sustainable energy technologies, including rechargeable zinc-ion batteries and environmentally friendly energy storage systems that utilize abundant materials. - Advanced Electrocatalysis:
Research is increasingly directed towards novel electrocatalysts for energy conversion processes, such as CO2 reduction and hydrogen evolution, emphasizing efficiency and sustainability. - Smart and Functional Materials:
Emerging focus on multifunctional materials that integrate sensing, actuation, and energy harvesting capabilities for applications in wearable electronics and smart systems. - AI and Machine Learning in Materials Science:
The application of artificial intelligence and machine learning techniques to optimize material design, predict properties, and accelerate research processes is becoming more prominent. - Biomimetic and Bioinspired Materials:
Research on materials that mimic biological systems for applications in healthcare, tissue engineering, and environmental remediation is gaining momentum.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Solar Cell Technologies:
While innovations in perovskite solar cells continue, the focus on conventional silicon-based solar cells has diminished, as researchers seek more efficient and versatile materials. - Single-Use Nanomaterials:
The interest in single-use or disposable nanomaterials has decreased due to environmental concerns and the push for sustainable and recyclable materials. - Basic Research on Nanotoxicology:
Research dedicated to the fundamental toxicological studies of nanomaterials is becoming less common, likely overshadowed by applied research focused on specific applications and solutions. - Conventional Drug Delivery Systems:
The exploration of traditional drug delivery mechanisms is declining as more attention is drawn towards innovative, targeted, and stimuli-responsive delivery systems.
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