Andrew Zhou, professor in the Madia Department of Chemistry, Biochemistry, and Physics, is the guest editor of a new special issue in the international journal Molecules (Impact Factor 4.6), titled “Novel Nanomaterials: Sensing Development and Applications.” The issue highlights cutting-edge research on advanced nanomaterials and their integration into chemical, biological, and environmental sensors, emphasizing innovations in material design, functionalization, and sensor performance.
Zhou has a strong record of guest editing for high-profile journals, bringing his expertise in simulation and modeling of nanomaterials, sensor applications, nanophotonics, and interdisciplinary research to curate impactful collections of work. The Molecules special issue invites contributions from researchers worldwide, bridging fundamental nanochemistry with real-world sensing technologies.
Through initiatives like this special issue, Zhou continues to strengthen IUP’s presence in international research, fostering collaborations that advance next-generation sensor technologies.