Biocompatible Nanocomposites and Bio-Nano Conjugates
A special issue of Nanomaterials (ISSN 2079-4991).
Deadline for manuscript submissions: closed (10 March 2017)
Special Issue Editor
2. Future Industries Institute, University of South Australia, Mawson Lakes Campus, SA 5095, Australia
Interests: polymer materials; nanomaterials; biomaterials; thin film; materials for energy; electrocatalysis; fuel cells; organic photovoltaics; hybrid coating; protective coatings
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Dear Colleagues,
In general, a multiphase solid material is defined as a “nanocomposite” where at least one of its phases has one/two/three dimensions of less than ~100 nanometers (nm). The matrix phase could consist of metal, ceramic, polymer or any other carbon-based materials. Due to the presence of expansive interfaces and the quantum confinement effect of ultra-small nano-particles, such materials often exhibit intriguing properties that differ from the expected simple scaling law. In recent years such materials have attracted enormous attention due to their unusual characteristics and potential application in many industrial, biotechnological and medical fields. Bio-nano conjugates comprise interfacial assembly of bio and nanomaterials through the convergence of biology and nano-technology. They also have an impact in diverse areas including materials science, catalysis, biotechnology, bio-sensor, bio-electronics and biomedicine; and indeed, is a central question for the origin of life.
This Special Issue will be specifically focussed on the most recent advances and innovations in the areas of “Biocompatible Nanocomposites and Bio-Nano Conjugates”. The goal of this issue is to reflect on the most recent innovations and progress in the area. Manuscripts are being solicited on all aspects related to recent advances in design, synthesis, processing, morphology control, characterization, applications and potential challenges. Original research articles will be accepted, as well as critical reviews and future perspectives from leaders in both academia and industry. Contributions from the prescient authors on the potential impact of “Biocompatible Nanocomposites and Bio-Nano Conjugates” on environmental issues are also welcome. It is a great opportunity for authors to impact this rapidly evolving field through their original contributions.
Prof. Dr. Naba K. Dutta
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- nanocomposites
- bioactive nanocomposites
- bio-compatible nanomaterials
- nano-bio conjugates
- quantum dot/rod bioconjugates
- bioactive nanocomposites
- nanostructured materials for biology
- particle-protein conjugates
- particle-DNA conjugates
- organ-inorganic hybrid nanocomposites
- catalytically active nanocomposites
- environmental impact
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