Recent progress in enhancing built-in electric fields of perovskite solar cells via junction engineering

• Tong Xiao and
• Ke Xu

Beilstein J. Nanotechnol. 2026, 17, 602–621, doi:10.3762/bjnano.17.42

• unified framework of BEF descriptors, magnitude, penetration depth, directionality, and spatial continuity. Special emphasis is placed on the potential for synergistic integration of multiple junction architectures and on the development of mild, process-compatible fabrication routes. Ultimately

• the top of the absorber extends homojunction control from the interface into the bulk, revealing a trend toward the development of continuous gradient junctions across the film thickness (see Table 1 for representative strategies and photovoltaic performance). This study quantified the impact of the n

Towards targeted drugs and next generation of nanomedicines

• Anna Salvati,
• Silvia Giordani and
• Wolfgang J. Parak

Beilstein J. Nanotechnol. 2026, 17, 598–601, doi:10.3762/bjnano.17.41

• -CoV-2 infection during the COVID-19 pandemic [5][6][7]. While the successes of these technologies are clear, extensive research is still focused on further improving nanomedicine efficacy toward the development of the next generation of nanomedicines. From a semantic point of view, one might argue

• controls available, which were decisive for the development towards clinical use. Last but not least, the field of nanosafety/nanotoxicology has set focus on the importance of counterbalancing the benefits and risks of the use of nanomaterials for potential clinical applications. Hence, while the first

• future development. Bioavailability is an important factor for pharmaceutical agents. Here nanoparticles have the great advantage that their physicochemical properties can be largely tailored. A hydrophobic drug can be made more water soluble by linking it to a hydrophilic nanoparticle. However, as with

Probing tribological evolution in atomically thin MoS₂ at different scales

• Xingzhong Zeng and
• Miao Zhang

Beilstein J. Nanotechnol. 2026, 17, 586–597, doi:10.3762/bjnano.17.40

• advance the understanding of 2D material tribology from the nanoscale to the sub-nanoscale, providing a framework for predicting and controlling friction in atomically thin materials. The load-layer thickness phase diagram for MoS2 friction behaviors offers critical guidance for the development of low

Laser–material interactions in liquids for the synthesis of nanomaterials: current status and perspectives

• Carlos Doñate Buendia,
• Bilal Gökce and
• Leonid V. Zhigilei

Beilstein J. Nanotechnol. 2026, 17, 571–575, doi:10.3762/bjnano.17.38

• development of cost-effective, high-throughput technologies. Laser processing in liquids is not merely a synthesis technique – it is an enabling platform for innovation in the development of next-generation nanomaterials, and its full potential is only beginning to be realized. Carlos Doñate Buendia, Bilal

Advances in nanotechnology applied to natural products

• Douglas Dourado,
• Fábio Rocha Formiga,
• Éverton do Nascimento Alencar and
• Franceline Reynaud

Beilstein J. Nanotechnol. 2026, 17, 555–558, doi:10.3762/bjnano.17.36

• this thematic issue, we bring together advances from original full research, letter, and review articles examining how nanostructured systems can enable the development of safer, more stable, and more effective formulations containing natural products. The collection spans lipid-based, polymeric

• experimental models [13]. In topical applications, they can promote skin permeation, and controlled release and support formulation robustness, including those intended for transdermal and ocular administration, thereby consolidating microemulsions as versatile and practical platforms for the development of

• therapeutic agents has enabled the development of multifunctional platforms, which can improve cellular uptake, enhance tumor penetration, reduce systemic side effects, and integrate therapeutic and diagnostic functions [19]. Beyond lipid-based systems, polymeric nanosystems have emerged as versatile

Electrochemical determination of ciprofloxacin using a MIL-101/reduced graphene oxide-modified electrode

• Nguyen Quang Man,
• Nguyen Ngoc Nghia,
• Nguyen Vinh Phu,
• Vo Thi Khanh Ly,
• Le Lam Son,
• Pham Khac Lieu,
• Le Thi Hong Phong,
• Nguyen Dinh Luyen and
• Dinh Quang Khieu

Beilstein J. Nanotechnol. 2026, 17, 541–554, doi:10.3762/bjnano.17.35

• fluids, and aquatic environments [2][3]. The uncontrolled presence of ciprofloxacin not only poses risks to human health but also promotes the development of antibiotic-resistant bacteria, raising significant environmental and public health concerns [4]. Therefore, developing sensitive, selective, and

Defects and defect-mediated engineering of two-dimensional materials: challenges and open questions

• Arkady V. Krasheninnikov,
• Matthias Batzill,
• Anouar-Akacha Delenda,
• Marija Drndić,
• Chris Ewels,
• Katharina J. Franke,
• Mahdi Ghorbani-Asl,
• Alexander Holleitner,
• Ado Jorio,
• Ute Kaiser,
• Daria Kieczka,
• Hannu-Pekka Komsa,
• Jani Kotakoski,
• Manuel Längle,
• David Lamprecht,
• Yun Liu,
• Steven G. Louie,
• Janina Maultzsch,
• Thomas Michely,
• Katherine Milton,
• Anna Niggas,
• Hanako Okuno,
• Joshua A. Robinson,
• Marika Schleberger,
• Bruno Schuler,
• Alexander Shluger,
• Kazu Suenaga,
• Kristian S. Thygesen,
• Richard A. Wilhelm,
• E. Harriet Åhlgren and
• Carla Bittencourt

Beilstein J. Nanotechnol. 2026, 17, 454–488, doi:10.3762/bjnano.17.31

• been computationally prohibitively costly, but modern machine learning models have enabled such simulations for non-resonant Raman experiments. Therefore, the great challenge is the development of higher-precision measurements utilizing nano-Raman spectroscopy (see Figure 3). When nano-Raman is

• , promise to further enhance defect characterization and accelerate the development of high-performance materials for various applications. The fundamental principle of XPS lies in its ability to probe the binding energies of core electrons, which are influenced by the local electronic environment

Nanocarrier-integrated multilayer films produced by 3D printing for improved skin adhesion and curcumin photostability

• Thayse Viana de Oliveira,
• Ana Paula Farias Leão,
• Júlia Leão,
• Cesar Liberato Petzhold and
• Ruy Carlos Ruver Beck

Beilstein J. Nanotechnol. 2026, 17, 440–453, doi:10.3762/bjnano.17.30

• antioxidant compound. The development of topical films for cutaneous delivery faces several challenges, including the need for strong skin adhesion and the protection of photolabile actives from light exposure. We hypothesized that multilayered films designed for the cutaneous delivery of curcumin and

• formulations, drug combinations, and release profiles can be developed in the form of either immediate-release or extended-release options [1][2]. Several 3D printing techniques can be applied to pharmaceutical development, including material jetting, fused deposition modelling, stereolithography, selective

• the development of specialised dressings using materials such as alginate and carboxymethylcellulose as alternatives to traditional gauze [13][14]. Bioactive molecules such as curcumin have shown promise for use in the promotion of skin repair and wound healing. Curcumin is a photosensitive polyphenol

Nanoinformatics: spanning scales, systems and solutions

• Iseult Lynch,
• Diego S. T. Martinez,
• Kunal Roy and
• Georgia Melagraki

Beilstein J. Nanotechnol. 2026, 17, 423–427, doi:10.3762/bjnano.17.28

• nanomaterials physicochemical properties, structural features, and biomolecule interactions using both physics-based and machine-learning (ML) approaches; (ii) prediction of nanomaterials toxicity including development of novel toxicity-related descriptors; (iii) solution-focussed approaches applying advanced

• nanomaterials, thus helping to fill the current gap in the toxicity data for zebrafish [8]. A major driver of the development of nanomaterials, nanoinformatics and ML/AI is the potential for solutions to real-world issues, whether in nanomedicine, nano-enabled agriculture, or environmental remediation

• approaches to establish a framework for representing materials-related information and facilitate interoperability across diverse tools. The approach highlights the role of digital twins in nanomaterials development and examines the impact of knowledge engineering in establishing data and information

Biomimetic nanoparticles in cancer photodynamic therapy: a review of targeted delivery systems and therapeutic outcomes

• Valentina I. Gorbacheva,
• Alexey S. Grabovoy,
• Polina S. Marukhina,
• Anastasiia O. Syrocheva and
• Ekaterina P. Kolesova

Beilstein J. Nanotechnol. 2026, 17, 396–422, doi:10.3762/bjnano.17.27

• examines recent progress in the development of BNPs for cancer photodynamic therapy, with particular attention to their ability to target tumors, counteract hypoxia, and stimulate the immune system. We also explore their use in treating different types of cancer, the emergence of multifunctional platforms

• and active targeting mechanisms, (iii) controlled and stimuli-responsive release profiles, (iv) overcoming of tumor hypoxia, (v) efficient light conversion, and (vi) the development of multifunctional platforms by combining PDT with other therapeutic modalities [38]. Additionally, nanoparticles enable

• theranostic applications [39] by facilitating tumor visualization through various imaging techniques [40], including fluorescence imaging [41], computed tomography [42], and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) [43]. The development of nanobiotechnology in PDT opens new horizons for creating more effective and

Eco-efficient materials for agricultural crops based on a mineral rich in MOR- and HEU-type zeolites

• Esperanza Yamile de la Nuez-Pantoja,
• Inocente Rodríguez-Iznaga,
• Gerardo Rodríguez-Fuentes,
• Vitalii Petranovskii,
• Ariel Martínez García,
• José Juan Calvino Gámez and
• Daniel Goma Jiménez

Beilstein J. Nanotechnol. 2026, 17, 381–395, doi:10.3762/bjnano.17.26

• development of plants, as evidenced in the cultivation tests. Keywords: adsorption; agroecological fertilizer; ion exchange; MOR–HEU zeolite mixture; natural zeolite; Introduction Traditional chemical fertilizers, widely used in agriculture, undergo significant nutrient losses resulting from dissolution and

• natural zeolites are a viable alternative for the development of efficient, agroecologically sustainable, and low-cost fertilizer materials for massive applications [3][4]. Natural zeolites are porous crystalline hydrated aluminosilicates. They have a three-dimensional, rigid, negatively charged structure

• losses during dissolution [6][7][8][9]; also, more than 30% of their total weight is water, which provides additional moisture during hot and dry periods. These characteristics make zeolites potentially applicable in agriculture for the development of modern fertilizers with controlled release and

Polycatecholamine nanocoatings on stainless steel: the effect on attachment of human fibroblasts and platelets

• Paulina Trzaskowska,
• Ewa Rybak,
• Maciej Trzaskowski,
• Kamil Kopeć,
• Jakub Krzemiński,
• Rafał Podgórski,
• Hatice Genc,
• Mehtap Civelek and
• Iwona Cicha

Beilstein J. Nanotechnol. 2026, 17, 365–380, doi:10.3762/bjnano.17.25

• controlled nanoscale surface features in the development of next-generation bioactive coatings for medical implants and blood-contacting devices. Experimental Materials and methods Stainless steel samples Stainless steel 316L discs (14 mm in diameter, 0.8 mm in thickness) were laser-cut by STOMILEX (Poland

Ferroelectric nanodot reservoir for neuromorphic computing

• Anna Razumnaya,
• Yuri Tikhonov,
• Dmitrii Naidenko,
• Léo Boron,
• Valerii Vinokur and
• Igor Lukyanchuk

Beilstein J. Nanotechnol. 2026, 17, 352–364, doi:10.3762/bjnano.17.24

• implementations. Contactless interfaces Contactless input and output methods of data integration between the reservoir and external neuromorphic interfaces are of particular importance for the development of scalable, high-resolution, ultrafast, and non-invasive neuromorphic systems. They enable direct

Beam shaping techniques for pulsed laser ablation in liquids: Unlocking tunable control of nanoparticle synthesis in liquids

• Sergio Molina-Prados,
• Nadezhda M. Bulgakova,
• Alexander V. Bulgakov,
• Jesus Lancis,
• Gladys Mínguez Vega and
• Carlos Doñate-Buendia

Beilstein J. Nanotechnol. 2026, 17, 309–342, doi:10.3762/bjnano.17.22

Fast vortex dynamics and relaxation times in NbRe-based heterostructures

• Francesco De Chiara,
• Zahra Makhdoumi Kakhaki,
• Francesco Avitabile,
• Francesco Colangelo,
• Abhishek Kumar,
• Carmine Attanasio and
• Carla Cirillo

Beilstein J. Nanotechnol. 2026, 17, 292–302, doi:10.3762/bjnano.17.20

• optimization of superconducting quantum technologies, including superconducting detectors [10][11][12], superconducting qubits [13][14], and superconducting nano- and microstrips used in high-speed electronics [15], as well as for the development of hybrid architectures enabling magnon–fluxon interactions [16

Advancing nanolithography: a comprehensive review of materials for local anodic oxidation with AFM

• Matteo Lorenzoni

Beilstein J. Nanotechnol. 2026, 17, 275–291, doi:10.3762/bjnano.17.19

• provide a comprehensive understanding of material selection in LAO and its implications for advancing nanotechnology. Keywords: local anodic oxidation; nanofabrication; scanning probe lithography; Review 1 Introduction Advancements in nanotechnology have led to the development of numerous nanoscale

• positive and negative tone as well as self-development reactions within ultrathin molecular resist layers [56][65][66], with resolutions reaching sub-10 nm scales [67]. As demonstrated by Prof. Ivo W. Rangelov and colleagues, FEL relies on the high-intensity electric fields generated at the sharp AFM tip

• potential for advancing protein patterning, tissue engineering, biomedical implants, and biosensor development. LAO offers a promising route for fabricating superconducting quantum devices by enabling direct, nanoscale patterning of Josephson junctions without conventional lithography. Using a biased AFM

Durable antimicrobial activity of fabrics functionalized with zeolite ion-exchanged nanomaterials against Staphylococcus aureus and Escherichia coli

• Perla Sánchez-López,
• Kendra Ramirez Acosta,
• Sergio Fuentes Moyado,
• Ruben Dario Cadena-Nava and
• Elena Smolentseva

Beilstein J. Nanotechnol. 2026, 17, 262–274, doi:10.3762/bjnano.17.18

• functionalization. This method demonstrates a simple and industry-compatible approach for producing durable antimicrobial cotton fabrics. Keywords: antimicrobial activity; Escherichia coli; fabrics functionalization; ion exchange; nanomaterial; Staphylococcus aureus; zeolite; Introduction The development of

Comparative study on 3D morphologies of delignified, single tracheids and fibers of five wood species

• Helen Gorges,
• Felicitas von Usslar,
• Cordt Zollfrank,
• Silja Flenner,
• Imke Greving,
• Martin Müller,
• Clemens F. Schaber,
• Chuchu Li and
• Stanislav N. Gorb

Beilstein J. Nanotechnol. 2026, 17, 239–250, doi:10.3762/bjnano.17.16

• a key role in preventing cell collapse under high tensile stress or/and inner pressure exerted by the water column during transpiration [8]. Wood delignification is a crucial process in various industries, particularly pulp and paper production, biofuel generation, and the development of advanced

• insights for applications in computer modelling of mechanical properties of fibers and tracheids and for development of novel bio-inspired materials for the industry. Material and Methods Wood samples Wood samples of five different species were used in this study, namely, spruce (Picea abies (L.) H.Karst

• fibers, in general, show wider lumina than softwood tracheids. Environmental factors, such as higher environmental temperatures and less compact, well-aerated soils also promote the development of fibers and tracheids with larger lumina [37][38], which very likely result from high evaporation, as well as

Gold nanoparticle-decorated reduced graphene oxide as a highly effective catalyst for the selective α,β-dehydrogenation of N-alkyl-4-piperidones

• Brenda Flore Kenyim,
• Mihir Tzalis,
• Marilyn Kaul,
• Robert Oestreich,
• Aysenur Limon,
• Chancellin Pecheu Nkepdep and
• Christoph Janiak

Beilstein J. Nanotechnol. 2026, 17, 218–238, doi:10.3762/bjnano.17.15

• development of highly efficient catalysts is of constant interest for advancements in organic chemistry, particularly in oxidation, hydrogenation, and coupling reactions. Gold nanoparticles (AuNPs) have emerged as exceptionally effective catalysts for facilitating these types of reactions [3][4]. The unique

Micro- and nanoscale effects in biological and bioinspired materials and surfaces

• Thies H. Büscher,
• Rhainer Guillermo Ferreira,
• Manuela Rebora and
• Stanislav N. Gorb

Beilstein J. Nanotechnol. 2026, 17, 214–217, doi:10.3762/bjnano.17.14

• materials research and technology development. Thies H. Büscher, Rhainer Guillermo Ferreira, Manuela Rebora, and Stanislav N. Gorb Kiel, Uberaba, and Perugia, January 2026

Time of flight secondary ion mass spectrometry imaging of contaminant species in chemical vapour deposited graphene on copper

• Barry Brennan,
• Vlad-Petru Veigang-Radulescu,
• Philipp Braeuninger-Weimer,
• Stephan Hofmann and
• Andrew J. Pollard

Beilstein J. Nanotechnol. 2026, 17, 200–213, doi:10.3762/bjnano.17.13

• ; Introduction The development of high quality, high throughput, and highly consistent chemical vapour deposition (CVD) processes for the growth of graphene is one of the major milestones that need to be overcome before the potential properties of graphene can be fully realised for device purposes [1][2][3][4

Structure-dependent thermochromism of PAZO thin films: theory and experiment

• Georgi Mateev,
• Dean Dimov,
• Nataliya Berberova-Buhova,
• Nikoleta Kircheva,
• Todor Dudev,
• Ludmila Nikolova,
• Elena Stoykova,
• Keehoon Hong,
• Dimana Nazarova,
• Silvia Angelova and
• Lian Nedelchev

Beilstein J. Nanotechnol. 2026, 17, 186–199, doi:10.3762/bjnano.17.12

• -00001, Development of Holo-TV Core Technologies for Hologram Media Services). The financial support by the Bulgarian National Science Fund (BNSF) under contract КП-06-Н88/2 is gratefully acknowledged. The computational studies performed by N.K., T.D., and S.A. were funded by the Bulgarian National

Safe and sustainable by design with ML/AI: A transformative approach to advancing nanotechnology

• Georgia Melagraki

Beilstein J. Nanotechnol. 2026, 17, 176–185, doi:10.3762/bjnano.17.11

• Georgia Melagraki Hellenic Military Academy, Vari, Greece 10.3762/bjnano.17.11 Abstract Nanotechnology is revolutionizing different sectors such as medicine, energy, defence, and environmental science by enabling the development of materials and technologies with exceptional precision and

• considerations into the earliest stages of material development. Advances in machine learning (ML) and artificial intelligence (AI) have further enhanced the effectiveness of SSbD by providing predictive modelling, risk assessment, decision-making tools, and the ability to computationally screen candidate

• , engineered nanomaterials (ENMs) have been employed for environmental applications, such as water purification and pollutant removal, addressing some of the most pressing ecological challenges [4][5]. Nanotechnology has significant applications in defence [6], particularly in the development of lightweight

From shield to spear: Charge-reversible nanocarriers in overcoming cancer therapy barriers

• Madhuri Yeduvaka,
• Pooja Mittal,
• Ameer Boyalakuntla,
• Usman Bee Shaik,
• Himanshu Sharma,
• Thakur Gurjeet Singh,
• Siva Nageswara Rao Gajula and
• Lakshmi Vineela Nalla

Beilstein J. Nanotechnol. 2026, 17, 159–175, doi:10.3762/bjnano.17.10

• advancements in nanocarrier-based cancer therapy, recent research has increasingly emphasised refining their physicochemical traits, especially surface charge, to boost therapeutic outcomes. A notable development in this context is the emergence of charge-reversible nanoscale drug delivery systems (CR-NDDSs

• development. Xia et al. developed redox/pH dual-responsive nanoparticles with reversible surface charge which were prepared using HA-SH and CS for the controlled release of the anticancer drug DOX [77]. Zhou et al. developed a pH-responsive charge-reversal polyelectrolyte, and an integrin αVβ3 antibody

• groups and the need for precise control over physicochemical characteristics further increase manufacturing costs and delay clinical development. Maintaining stability during storage is another critical concern, as environmental factors such as temperature fluctuations and light exposure may induce

Capabilities of the 3D-MLSI software tool in superconducting neuron design

• Irina E. Tarasova,
• Nikita S. Shuravin,
• Liubov N. Karelina,
• Fedor A. Razorenov,
• Evgeny N. Zhardetsky,
• Aleksandr S. Ionin,
• Mikhail M. Khapaev and
• Vitaly V. Bol’ginov

Beilstein J. Nanotechnol. 2026, 17, 122–138, doi:10.3762/bjnano.17.8

• inductances has not yet been obtained, and the optimal parameter values are selected numerically [1][31][39][40][41][42]. A generalized theory of the Gauss neuron, accounting for the interaction of all five elements of the experimental device, is currently under development by our group. The necessity of