Jacob Tizhe Liberty , Aiswarya Anil , Stephen James Ijimdiya , Magdaline Joseph Kwaji , Racheal U. Ijimdiya
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Abstract
In the face of accelerating environmental degradation, surging energy demands, and diminishing bioresources, current approaches prove insufficient in tackling these urgent global crises. Despite concerted efforts, challenges like scalability, cost-effectiveness, and regulatory constraints hinder progress. However, this paper emerges as a beacon of hope. "Harnessing the Potential of Nanostructured Materials for Sustainable Development" offers a comprehensive examination of how nanotechnology transforms environmental, energy, and bioresource domains. From revolutionizing water purification to advancing clean energy technologies and bolstering sustainable agriculture, nanostructured materials proffer groundbreaking solutions. Notably, these innovations promise heightened efficiency, diminished environmental footprints, and optimized resource utilization, heralding a paradigm shift in sustainability efforts. Moreover, by fostering multidisciplinary collaborations, this work paves the path for sustainable development, fostering economic growth, social inclusivity, and environmental preservation. Beyond elucidating pivotal findings and implications, it calls for action, urging further research and implementation endeavors. The time has come to transcend limitations and unleash the full potential of nanotechnology to confront humanity's most pressing challenges and forge a more resilient and sustainable future.
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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 .