Call for Chapters: Synthesis, Characterization, and Applications of Nanomaterials

Editors

Krishnaraj Ramaswamy, Dambi Dollo University, Ethiopia
Nagaprasad N., ULTRA College of Engineering and Technology, India
Shanmugam Ramaswamy, JSS College of Pharmacy, India

Call for Chapters

Proposals Submission Deadline: May 5, 2024
Full Chapters Due: July 7, 2024
Submission Date: July 7, 2024

Introduction

Nanomaterials, due to their tiny size and exceptional characteristics, are leading the way in scientific innovation, marking the beginning of a new era of technological progress and offering solutions to critical challenges faced by humanity. This book explores the core of nanomaterial science, elucidating the fundamental principles that characterise these extraordinary materials. From their origin and theoretical foundations to their combination and extensive practical uses, the exploration of nanomaterials encompasses a wide range of knowledge and profound understanding, providing valuable perspectives on their revolutionary influence on different sectors of the economy. Nanomaterials possess distinctive characteristics, including enhanced strength, chemical reactivity, and electrical conductivity, distinguishing them from their larger counterparts. These characteristics stimulate innovative uses and improve current technologies, making them crucial in advancing engineering, medicine, energy solutions, and environmental sustainability. This book focuses on the interdisciplinary aspects of nanomaterials research and highlights their contributions to the advancement of medical science. These contributions include developing drug delivery systems, tissue engineering, diagnostics, and cancer therapy. Additionally, it emphasizes their role in environmental preservation through water purification and air filtration and their substantial influence on energy storage, catalysis, and the advancement of state-of-the-art electronics. This extensive investigation of nanomaterials is not merely an intellectual pursuit; it is a manifestation of our collaborative effort to comprehend and utilise the capabilities of the nanoscale realm. As we uncover the intricate nature of these materials, we reveal how they enhance human health and the environment. This book aims to offer a comprehensive overview of the present state of nanomaterial science and provide a glimpse into its promising future. It represents a significant milestone in our efforts to utilise the immense potential of nanotechnology to tackle the challenges of the larger world.

Objective

This book provides a comprehensive overview of the current state and future nanomaterial research and application prospects. Objectives include: • Educating on nanomaterials' synthesis, fabrication, and characterization techniques provides a solid foundation for understanding their behaviors and capabilities. • Exploring the versatile applications of nanomaterials, from energy storage solutions and catalytic processes to groundbreaking medical therapies and environmental remediation efforts. • Highlighting nanomaterials' potential to solve complex challenges in healthcare, industry, and sustainability inspires innovation in developing and applying nanomaterials. • Fostering an interdisciplinary dialogue among scientists, engineers, medical researchers, and environmentalists to encourage collaborative approaches in futuristic nanomaterials research and application.

Target Audience

• Academic researchers and students in materials science, nanotechnology, chemistry, physics, biomedical engineering, and environmental science seeking to deepen their knowledge or embark on new research directions. • Industry professionals, including engineers, product developers, and technologists in pharmaceuticals, energy, environmental services, and electronics, looking to incorporate nanomaterials into innovative applications. • Medical practitioners and researchers who explore the therapeutic potential of nanomaterials in diagnostics, drug delivery, regenerative medicine, and cancer therapy. • Policymakers and regulatory bodies interested in understanding the implications of nanomaterials for public health, safety, and environmental regulations.

Recommended Topics

Recommended topics/chapters are, Chapter 1: Introduction to Nanomaterials: Definitions, Properties, and Applications. Chapter 2: Synthesis and Fabrication Techniques for Nanomaterials. Chapter 3: Characterization Methods for Nanomaterials. Chapter 4: Carbon-Based Nanomaterials: Fullerenes, Carbon Nanotubes, and Graphene. Chapter 5: Inorganic Nanoparticles: Metal, Metal Oxide, and Quantum Dots. Chapter 6: Polymer Nanocomposites and Nanostructured Polymers. Chapter 7: Nanomaterials for Energy Applications: Batteries, Supercapacitors, and Solar Cells. Chapter 8: Nanomaterials for Catalysis and Photocatalysis. Chapter 9: Nanomaterials for Biomedical Applications: Drug Delivery, Biosensors, and Tissue Engineering. Chapter 10: Nanomaterials for Environmental Applications: Water Treatment, Air Purification, and Remediation. Chapter 11: Advanced Nanomaterials in Imaging and Diagnostics. Chapter 12: Nanotechnology in Cancer Therapy: Targeted Drug Delivery Systems. Chapter 13: Nanomaterials in Regenerative Medicine: Scaffold Design and Applications. Chapter 14: Nanomaterials for Vaccine Delivery: Innovations and Challenges. Chapter 15: Nanomaterials in Cardiovascular Medicine: Applications and Perspectives.

Submission Procedure

Researchers and practitioners are invited to submit on or before May 5, 2024, a chapter proposal of 1,000 to 2,000 words clearly explaining the mission and concerns of his or her proposed chapter. Authors will be notified by May 19, 2024 about the status of their proposals and sent chapter guidelines.Full chapters are expected to be submitted by July 7, 2024, and all interested authors must consult the guidelines for manuscript submissions at https://www.igi-global.com/publish/contributor-resources/before-you-write/ prior to submission. All submitted chapters will be reviewed on a double-blind review basis. Contributors may also be requested to serve as reviewers for this project.

Note: There are no submission or acceptance fees for manuscripts submitted to this book publication, Synthesis, Characterization, and Applications of Nanomaterials. All manuscripts are accepted based on a double-blind peer review editorial process.

All proposals should be submitted through the eEditorial Discovery® online submission manager.



Publisher

This book is scheduled to be published by IGI Global (formerly Idea Group Inc.), an international academic publisher of the "Information Science Reference" (formerly Idea Group Reference), "Medical Information Science Reference," "Business Science Reference," and "Engineering Science Reference" imprints. IGI Global specializes in publishing reference books, scholarly journals, and electronic databases featuring academic research on a variety of innovative topic areas including, but not limited to, education, social science, medicine and healthcare, business and management, information science and technology, engineering, public administration, library and information science, media and communication studies, and environmental science. For additional information regarding the publisher, please visit https://www.igi-global.com. This publication is anticipated to be released in 2025.



Important Dates

May 5, 2024: Proposal Submission Deadline
May 19, 2024: Notification of Acceptance
July 7, 2024: Full Chapter Submission
August 11, 2024: Review Results Returned
September 8, 2024: Final Acceptance Notification
September 15, 2024: Final Chapter Submission



Inquiries

Krishnaraj Ramaswamy
Dambi Dollo University
prof.dr.krishnaraj@dadu.edu.et

Nagaprasad N.
ULTRA College of Engineering and Technology
nagaprasad.au@gmail.com

Shanmugam Ramaswamy
JSS College of Pharmacy
shanmugam_55555@yahoo.co.in



Classifications


Environmental, Agricultural, and Physical Sciences; Medical, Healthcare, and Life Sciences; Science and Engineering
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