Nano Trends-A Journal of Nano Technology & Its Applications

Nano Trends – A Journal of Nano Technology & Its Applications  [0973-418X(e)] is a peer-reviewed hybrid open-access journal launched in 2006 that attracts scholarly contributions that fall under the broad tag of Nanoscience and technology. The coverage in general encompasses synthesis, characterization, studying properties, processing, fabrication, and applications of the nanomaterials in the fields of Electronics, Medicine, Healthcare, Energy, Biotechnology, and Environmental studies.

The journal welcomes contributions across the following topic areas:

• Core Nanomaterials & Characterization: nanowires, nanorods, nanofibers, nanocoatings, nanocomposites, nanoparticles, quantum dots, graphene, fullerenes, carbon nanotubes (single-wall and multi-wall), metal oxides (TiO₂, ZnO, SiO₂), perovskites, and emerging nanostructures; synthesis methods and fabrication techniques; characterization and physical property analysis (size, shape, surface morphology, crystallinity, distribution); and theoretical modeling and computational nanoscience
• Nanoelectronics & Photonics: electronic devices and circuits, transistor engineering and nanoscale semiconductor manufacturing, wearable and flexible electronics, organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and display technologies, electronic paper, optoelectronics and nanophotonics, metamaterials and photonic crystals, surface plasmon resonance and nanoplasmonics, spasers and plasmonic lasers, nanolasers, optical sensors and waveguides, integrated photonic systems, and nanoscale device integration
• Nanomedicine, Drug Delivery & Therapeutics: nanomedicine design and delivery systems, drug formulation and bioavailability optimization, targeted drug delivery and disease-specific therapeutics, diagnostic nanoparticles and cellular imaging, regenerative medicine and tissue engineering, gene therapy and expression control, cancer diagnostics and therapy, quantum dot biosensing, nanoscale biosensors for health monitoring, and biocompatibility and toxicity assessment
• Nanosensors & Biosensing: fluorescence-based and plasmonic nanosensors, electrochemical and piezoelectric nanosensors, carbon-based electrochemical sensors, nanowire and nanofiber sensors, aptamer-based and antibody-based nanosensors, surface-enhanced Raman scattering (SERS) sensors, optical nanosensors, real-time biodetection systems, and environmental and clinical diagnostic applications
• Energy Applications: photovoltaic solar cells and solar paint technologies, hydrogen generation and water splitting, electrocatalysis and oxygen evolution reactions, energy storage systems and batteries, fuel cells and supercapacitors, thermoelectric materials, renewable energy conversion, energy efficiency in nanodevices, and grid-scale energy systems
• Green Nanotechnology & Sustainability: green synthesis and phyto-formulations, environmentally benign manufacturing processes, green chemistry-based nanoproduction, environmental remediation using nanoparticles and nanocatalysts, water purification and filtration systems, air quality monitoring and filtration, soil remediation and contaminant removal, waste reduction and circular economy applications, and sustainable agricultural practices using nanomaterials
• Nanotoxicology, Safety & Regulation: cellular uptake and cell-particle interactions, in vitro and in-vivo toxicity studies, organ-specific toxicity (liver, brain, lung, skin), immunotoxicity and immune response, occupational exposure and health effects, regulatory frameworks and risk management, environmental ecotoxicology, and safety guidelines for nanoparticle handling and deployment
• Nanofabrication & Processing: lithography techniques (photolithography, electron beam, UV, X-ray, nanoimprint, soft lithography), self-assembly and directed assembly methods, electrospinning and fiber formation, thin-film deposition and coating processes, microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) and nanoelectromechanical systems (NEMS), 3D nanofabrication, and scaling approaches for manufacturing
• Nanocomposites & Materials: polymer-clay and polymer-nanoparticle composites, metal-ceramic composites, carbon-reinforced composites, thermal and mechanical property enhancement, structural applications and aerospace materials, corrosion resistance and protective coatings, hydrophobic and superhydrophobic surfaces, and high-performance composite design
• Nanocoatings & Surface Engineering: protective and decorative coatings, antimicrobial and antifungal coatings, self-healing and repairing coatings, anti-corrosion and oxidation-resistant coatings, UV-resistant and thermal-resistant coatings, photochromic and thermochromic coatings, waterproof and oleophobic surfaces, anti-icing and anti-fouling applications, and industrial and architectural applications
• Graphene & Carbon Allotropes: graphene synthesis and characterization, graphene oxide, reduced graphene oxide, graphene quantum dots, graphene-based composites, thermal and electrical conductivity applications, electronic and photonic device integration, and graphene in energy and environmental applications
• Nanocosmetics & Personal Care: nanopigments and UV nanofilters, nanoparticles for skin care, nail products, and anti-aging formulations, nano-structured cosmetic delivery systems (nanoemulsions, niosomes, liposomes, ethosomes), biocompatibility and dermatological safety, nano-titanium dioxide and nano-zinc oxide in sunscreens, and regulatory compliance for cosmetic nanotechnology
• Nano-Agri-Food & Crop Enhancement: nano-fertilizers and nano-pesticides, plant growth regulators and nanomaterial applications, crop protection and precision agriculture, food processing and preservation using nanoparticles, nutraceutical delivery systems, nano-sensors for soil and water monitoring, food packaging with antimicrobial nanoparticles, and agricultural sustainability
• Aerospace & Space Applications: nanostructured materials for spacecraft and avionics, carbon nanotube-reinforced composites for aircraft structures, lightweight and high-strength materials, space elevators and structural applications, anti-microbial coatings for spacecraft, radiation shielding, thermal management systems, and nanosatellite technologies
• Nano-Furniture & Consumer Products: nanocoated surfaces for self-cleaning and stain-resistant furniture, antimicrobial nano-textiles, water-repellent and anti-fingerprint finishes, self-healing and durable coatings, wearable electronics integrated into textiles, smart and adaptive materials, and consumer product innovation