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Materials is a multidisciplinary journal that investigates the properties and applications of matter in various forms. Our research topics encompass nanomaterials, biomaterials, and advanced composites, focusing on the synthesis and mechanics of innovative materials and their performance. By driving advancements in technology and sustainability, we aim to address critical challenges and innovations in energy, healthcare, and manufacturing.

The following Research Topics are led by experts in their field and contribute to the scientific understanding of materials. These Research topics are published in our peer-reviewed journal, Frontiers in Materials, as open access articles.

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Research Topics

Frontiers' Research Topics are peer-reviewed article collections around cutting-edge research themes.
Learn more about how Research topics work.

Gas cooler at oil and gas central processing platform, Heat exchanger shell and tube type to cooling hot gas by heat transfer wit cooling water.

Elastocaloric and Other Solid-State Technologies for Cooling and Heat Pumping: Materials, Cycles, Systems and Devices

Background: Cleaner, more effective heating and cooling are made possible by elastocaloric technology. It regulates temperature by taking advantage of the caloric effects of materials, namely "shape-memory alloys."

Aerial view of a solar thermal power plant, near Tonopah, Nevada, United States.

Conducting Polymer-Based Advanced Functional Materials for Energy and Environmental Applications

This Research Topic aims to explore the current and future trends in the use of CPs for environmental sustainability and energy storage.

Conveyor line for the production of lithium ion batteries. Ecological energy. Batteries without packaging. 3D illustration. 3D rendering.

Advanced Materials and Manufacturing Technologies for Lithium-ion Batteries

This special issue aims to address the pressing materials-related challenges in lithium-ion battery technology while highlighting recent advances and potential solutions.

Radioactive decay. Unstable atomic nucleus loses energy by radiation, 3D illustration

Advances in Radiation-Resistant Composite Materials for Nuclear Applications

The goal of this Research Topic is to provide a platform for researchers and engineers to share their latest discoveries and advancements in radiation-resistant composite materials.

green wall, vertical facade garden with passive cooling and eco friendly strategies

Smart Materials for Energy Saving, Storage, and Conversion Devices

This Research Topic aims to leverage the transformative potential of smart materials to address current energy challenges and advance sustainable technological solutions.

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Latest Development in Mechanocaloric Materials: from Fundamentals to Applications

The goal of the Research Topic is to bring together experts to present the latest developments in mechanocaloric materials and devices.

Female Student Demonstrates Quantum Magnetic Levitation and Suspension Effect. A splash of liquid nitrogen cools a ceramic superconductor forcing it to float in air below a magnet

Materials and Processing for Superconducting Electronics

This issue will address efforts to make scalable, high-performance, low-power superconducting electronics.

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Multi-scale Multi-physics Modelling of Quasi-brittle Materials Degradation, Durability, Mechanics and Hydraulic Fracture. A Tribute to the Memory of Prof. Kaspar Willam (1940-2024)

This Research Topic is intended to gather contributions on all those and related topics, including mainly numerical modeling, but also related experimental and theoretical studies.

lab technician testing nanofiber on an electrospinning machine. biodegradable materials for scaffolding fabrics

Processing and Biodegradation of Biopolymeric Nanomaterials and Green Rubbers

Background: The processing and degradation of biopolymeric nanomaterials and green rubbers represent an emerging field of nanotechnology.

spatial molecular structure, 3d illustration

Recent Advances in Polymer Nanocomposites: Synthesis, Structure, Applications

This Research Topic aims to provide a scholarly platform that encapsulates the vibrant, ongoing developments in the synthesis, structuring, and application of polymer nanocomposites.

Oxidized metal surface. Iron surface rust resembles molten metal. (interference in digital photo montage - collage).

Characterization and Processing of Creep and Oxidation Resistant Metallic Alloys

The aim of this Research Topic is to bring together papers that address the relationship between processing, microstructure and mechanical properties of metallic alloys, metal matrix composites and coatings for high-temperature applications.

Photoelectric Sensor installed on Line conveyor in factory

Advanced Electronic Packaging Materials: Constitutive Model, Simulation, Design and Reliability

The aim of this research is not only to revolutionize the electronics industry by developing materials that excel under extreme conditions and diverse operational environments but also to push the boundaries of traditional packaging.

Gas cooler at oil and gas central processing platform, Heat exchanger shell and tube type to cooling hot gas by heat transfer wit cooling water.

Elastocaloric and Other Solid-State Technologies for Cooling and Heat Pumping: Materials, Cycles, Systems and Devices

Background: Cleaner, more effective heating and cooling are made possible by elastocaloric technology. It regulates temperature by taking advantage of the caloric effects of materials, namely "shape-memory alloys."

Aerial view of a solar thermal power plant, near Tonopah, Nevada, United States.

Conducting Polymer-Based Advanced Functional Materials for Energy and Environmental Applications

This Research Topic aims to explore the current and future trends in the use of CPs for environmental sustainability and energy storage.

Conveyor line for the production of lithium ion batteries. Ecological energy. Batteries without packaging. 3D illustration. 3D rendering.

Advanced Materials and Manufacturing Technologies for Lithium-ion Batteries

This special issue aims to address the pressing materials-related challenges in lithium-ion battery technology while highlighting recent advances and potential solutions.

Radioactive decay. Unstable atomic nucleus loses energy by radiation, 3D illustration

Advances in Radiation-Resistant Composite Materials for Nuclear Applications

The goal of this Research Topic is to provide a platform for researchers and engineers to share their latest discoveries and advancements in radiation-resistant composite materials.

green wall, vertical facade garden with passive cooling and eco friendly strategies

Smart Materials for Energy Saving, Storage, and Conversion Devices

This Research Topic aims to leverage the transformative potential of smart materials to address current energy challenges and advance sustainable technological solutions.

Nuclear Power Plant Cooling Towers; Shutterstock ID 562260193; purchase_order: Bynder Library; job: ; client: ; other:

Latest Development in Mechanocaloric Materials: from Fundamentals to Applications

The goal of the Research Topic is to bring together experts to present the latest developments in mechanocaloric materials and devices.

Female Student Demonstrates Quantum Magnetic Levitation and Suspension Effect. A splash of liquid nitrogen cools a ceramic superconductor forcing it to float in air below a magnet

Materials and Processing for Superconducting Electronics

This issue will address efforts to make scalable, high-performance, low-power superconducting electronics.

The tile of rose Onyx abstract texture. Colorful background. 2D illustration. Natural beauty; Shutterstock ID 1152351440; purchase_order: Bynder Library; job: ; client: ; other:

Multi-scale Multi-physics Modelling of Quasi-brittle Materials Degradation, Durability, Mechanics and Hydraulic Fracture. A Tribute to the Memory of Prof. Kaspar Willam (1940-2024)

This Research Topic is intended to gather contributions on all those and related topics, including mainly numerical modeling, but also related experimental and theoretical studies.

lab technician testing nanofiber on an electrospinning machine. biodegradable materials for scaffolding fabrics

Processing and Biodegradation of Biopolymeric Nanomaterials and Green Rubbers

Background: The processing and degradation of biopolymeric nanomaterials and green rubbers represent an emerging field of nanotechnology.

spatial molecular structure, 3d illustration

Recent Advances in Polymer Nanocomposites: Synthesis, Structure, Applications

This Research Topic aims to provide a scholarly platform that encapsulates the vibrant, ongoing developments in the synthesis, structuring, and application of polymer nanocomposites.

Oxidized metal surface. Iron surface rust resembles molten metal. (interference in digital photo montage - collage).

Characterization and Processing of Creep and Oxidation Resistant Metallic Alloys

The aim of this Research Topic is to bring together papers that address the relationship between processing, microstructure and mechanical properties of metallic alloys, metal matrix composites and coatings for high-temperature applications.

Photoelectric Sensor installed on Line conveyor in factory

Advanced Electronic Packaging Materials: Constitutive Model, Simulation, Design and Reliability

The aim of this research is not only to revolutionize the electronics industry by developing materials that excel under extreme conditions and diverse operational environments but also to push the boundaries of traditional packaging.