Metal Nanoparticles (MNPs): Green Synthesis and Catalytic Applications
A special issue of Processes (ISSN 2227-9717). This special issue belongs to the section "Chemical Processes and Systems".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 June 2025 | Viewed by 266
Special Issue Editors
Interests: transition energy; energy storage; CCUS; hydrogen production; green synthesis; nanomaterials; nanoparticles; catalysts; adsorption; absorption; nanomaterial characterization; water treatments; quantum dots; fuels
Interests: transition energy; energy storage; CCUS; hydrogen production; green synthesis; nanomaterials; nanoparticles; catalysts; adsorption; absorption; nanomaterial characterization; water treatments; quantum dots; fuels
Special Issues, Collections and Topics in MDPI journals
Interests: transition energy; energy storage; CCUS; hydrogen production; green synthesis; nanomaterials; nanoparticles; catalysts; adsorption; absorption; nanomaterial characterization; water treatments; quantum dots; fuels
Special Issues, Collections and Topics in MDPI journals
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
We are thrilled to invite you to participate in our upcoming Special Issue of Processes. Metal nanoparticles (MNPs) possess unique physicochemical properties that make them highly desirable in various applications, ranging from catalysis to biomedicine. However, conventional synthesis routes often involve the use of hazardous chemicals and energy-intensive processes, raising concerns about environmental sustainability. This Special Issue addresses these challenges by focusing on green synthesis methods, which leverage eco-friendly approaches and sustainable resources.
The synthesis of MNPs using green and sustainable approaches has emerged as a pivotal area of research amid the global call for eco-friendly technologies. We are keenly interested in receiving contributions that delve into innovative and green synthesis techniques, showcasing natural sources and eco-friendly methodologies. This includes, but is not limited to, studies on plant extracts, agro-industrial waste, microbial systems and other sustainable resources for producing MNPs. The Special Issue aims to be a platform for researchers to share insights into the environmental impact, scalability and efficiency of green synthesis methods.
Furthermore, we invite submissions that explore the catalytic applications of MNPs across various disciplines. MNPs have demonstrated exceptional catalytic properties, influencing advancements in energy storage, environmental remediation and biomedical applications. We encourage contributions that shed light on the catalytic mechanisms, performance and potential industrial applications of MNPs.
We invite original research articles, reviews and perspectives contributing to understanding green synthesis methods for MNPs and their catalytic applications.
Dr. Oscar E. Medina
Dr. Camilo A. Franco
Prof. Dr. Farid B. Cortés
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- adsorption phenomenon
- absorption phenomenon
- biomedical applications
- catalytic applications
- characterization
- energy storage
- environmental remediation
- green synthesis
- metal nanoparticles
- transition energy
- water treatments
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