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Abstract
Nanotechnology has emerged as a transformative force, driving breakthroughs across a wide range of fields including materials science, electronics, medicine, agriculture, and energy. This review article discusses the multifaceted landscape of nanomaterials (NMs), highlighting their profound impact across various domains. From advancements in material science to significant shifts in healthcare and environmental remediation, nanotechnology has expanded the boundaries of what is possible. We explore the synthesis, properties, and applications of NMs, showcasing their potential to revolutionize energy storage, catalysis, and drug delivery. Additionally, the societal implications of nanotechnology, addressing ethical considerations, environmental concerns, and regulatory frameworks have been discussed. As nanotechnology continues to evolve, it becomes ever more crucial to highlight its opportunities and challenges to fully harness its potential. This review provides insights into the dynamic and evolving landscape of NMs, illuminating pathways for future research and innovation.
期刊介绍:
Nano-Structures & Nano-Objects is a new journal devoted to all aspects of the synthesis and the properties of this new flourishing domain. The journal is devoted to novel architectures at the nano-level with an emphasis on new synthesis and characterization methods. The journal is focused on the objects rather than on their applications. However, the research for new applications of original nano-structures & nano-objects in various fields such as nano-electronics, energy conversion, catalysis, drug delivery and nano-medicine is also welcome. The scope of Nano-Structures & Nano-Objects involves: -Metal and alloy nanoparticles with complex nanostructures such as shape control, core-shell and dumbells -Oxide nanoparticles and nanostructures, with complex oxide/metal, oxide/surface and oxide /organic interfaces -Inorganic semi-conducting nanoparticles (quantum dots) with an emphasis on new phases, structures, shapes and complexity -Nanostructures involving molecular inorganic species such as nanoparticles of coordination compounds, molecular magnets, spin transition nanoparticles etc. or organic nano-objects, in particular for molecular electronics -Nanostructured materials such as nano-MOFs and nano-zeolites -Hetero-junctions between molecules and nano-objects, between different nano-objects & nanostructures or between nano-objects & nanostructures and surfaces -Methods of characterization specific of the nano size or adapted for the nano size such as X-ray and neutron scattering, light scattering, NMR, Raman, Plasmonics, near field microscopies, various TEM and SEM techniques, magnetic studies, etc .