Smart materials and nanotechnology represent a dynamic synergy at the forefront of scientific innovation. Smart materials, known for their adaptive and responsive nature, are seamlessly integrated with nanotechnology to achieve enhanced functionality. Operating at the nanoscale, nanotechnology facilitates the precise manipulation of materials, allowing for the creation of smart materials with unique properties. Nanomaterials, including nanoparticles and nanocomposites, play a central role in this collaboration. These materials exhibit responsiveness to external stimuli, such as temperature or light, resulting in dynamic changes in their characteristics. This adaptability gives rise to applications like self-healing materials, responsive sensors, and intelligent actuators. The marriage of smart materials and nanotechnology finds applications across diverse industries. In electronics, nanoscale components contribute to the development of intelligent devices, while nanocomposites in construction yield materials with improved strength and flexibility. Healthcare benefits from nanotechnology-enhanced smart materials, particularly in the design of targeted drug delivery systems. This interdisciplinary synergy between smart materials and nanotechnology is reshaping material science, providing solutions to contemporary challenges. As research progresses, the collaborative potential of these fields continues to redefine technological landscapes, promising a future where intelligent, responsive materials play a pivotal role in advancing technology and improving everyday life.
Title : Circumventing challenges in developing CVD graphene on steels for extraordinary and durable corrosion resistance
Raman Singh, Monash University, Australia
Title : Nanomaterial-based bio-lubricant additives for improved efficiency and environmental sustainability in automotive applications
S V A R Sastry, Harcourt Butler Technical University, India
Title : Evaluating cytotoxicity of metal-doped tin oxide nanoparticles
Paulo Cesar De Morais, Catholic University of Brasilia, Brazil
Title : Nano DAP augments productivity, phosphorus use efficiency, and profitability of spring wheat in India
Binaya Kumar Parida, Coromandel International Ltd, India
Title : Dual memory characteristics and crystallographic transformations in shape memory alloys
Osman Adiguzel, Firat University, Turkey
Title : Biosurfactant conjugated and functionalized silver nanoparticles with enhanced antimicrobial and antibiofilm efficacy: A mechanistic approach
Rajib Majumder, Adamas University & CSIR-IICB, India