Aims
The Open Journal of Nanomaterials (OJNM) is a globally recognized, peer-reviewed, open-access scholarly publication committed to disseminating rigorous and high-calibre research and review manuscripts within the domain of nanomaterials. The journal’s principal objective is to offer a distinguished platform for interdisciplinary investigations concerning the synthesis, characterisation, properties, applications, and theoretical insights pertaining to nanomaterials. It endeavours to integrate fundamental scientific exploration with practical research endeavours, thereby promoting innovation and technological progress in the fields of nanoscience and nanotechnology.
Scope
OJNM cordially invites scholarly submissions from researchers, engineers, and scientists operating within a broad spectrum of disciplines, which include, but are not restricted to, the following thematic areas:
Synthesis and Fabrication of Nanomaterials
- Chemical, physical, and biological methodologies for nanomaterial synthesis
- Environmentally benign and sustainable synthesis techniques
- Self-assembly mechanisms and bottom-up fabrication strategies
Characterization and Properties
- State-of-the-art imaging and spectroscopic methodologies
- Investigation of structural, optical, electronic, and mechanical characteristics
- Analysis of surface and interfacial phenomena
Functional Nanomaterials and Applications
- Utilization of nanomaterials in electronics, photonics, and optoelectronics
- Applications in energy storage and conversion systems such as batteries, supercapacitors, and solar cells
- Implementation in catalysis and environmental remediation technologies
Biomedical Applications
- Development of nanomaterials for drug delivery systems and nanomedicine
- Techniques in bioimaging and biosensing
- Studies concerning nanotoxicology and biocompatibility
Theoretical and Computational Studies
- Modelling and simulation of nanostructured materials
- Quantum mechanical and molecular dynamics approaches
- Application of data-driven methodologies and artificial intelligence in nanomaterial research
Emerging Trends and Innovations
- Exploration of two-dimensional materials, quantum dots, and metamaterials
- Investigation into hybrid and composite nanostructures
- Consideration of industrial-scale applications and associated upscaling challenges
The journal actively promotes the submission of original research articles, in-depth review papers, and concise communications that significantly contribute to the progression of nanomaterial science and its diverse practical implementations.