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Current Materials Science

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Aims and Scope:

Current Materials Science publishes full-length/mini reviews, research articles, recent patents and guest edited thematic issues in all areas of materials science. The journal is essential reading for all researchers involved in materials science. The journal also covers recent research in fast emerging areas of materials science, biomaterials, biological materials, magnetic materials, medical implant materials, nanomaterials, ceramics, plastics, polymers, semi-conductors, coatings, composites, paper, wood, textiles, methods, design and techniques.

Editor-in-Chief:

Ram K. Gupta Department of Chemistry
Pittsburg State University
Pittsburg, KS
United States of America

ISSN: 2666-1454 (Print)

eISSN: 2666-1462 (Online)

Special Issues With Active Call for Papers

Submission closes on: Jul 25, 2027

Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Applications in Advanced Materials Science: Design, Characterization, Processing, and Sustainable Development

The integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), Deep Learning (DL), and Data-Driven Modeling has transformed materials science by accelerating material discovery, optimization, characterization, and performance prediction. Advanced computational techniques enable researchers to analyze complex material behaviors, predict properties, optimize manufacturing processes, and develop sustainable materials with reduced experimental effort and cost. The emergence of Materials Informatics, Digital Twins, and Explainable AI has further enhanced the capability to design next-generation biomaterials, nanomaterials, composites, ceramics,... see more

Guest Editor(s): Shrikant Harle
Co-Guest Editor(s): Rajan L. Wankhade

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Submission closes on: Feb 13, 2027

Clean Energy, Climate, and the Materials Revolution

The accelerating impacts of climate change and the global transition toward low-carbon energy systems have intensified interest in advanced energy materials as critical enablers of clean and sustainable energy solutions. This special issue examines contemporary issues at the intersection of clean energy, climate change, and energy materials, highlighting how material innovation underpins the performance, affordability, and scalability of renewable and low-carbon technologies. It provides a comprehensive and interdisciplinary treatment of the scientific, technological, environmental, and... see more

Guest Editor(s): Dr. Moses Emetere

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Submission closes on: Nov 27, 2026

Metal–Organic Framework–Enhanced Composites for multifunctional applications

Metal–Organic Frameworks (MOFs) have emerged as a versatile class of crystalline, porous materials whose tunable chemistry and structural diversity enable the design of high-performance composite systems across multiple technological domains. This Thematic Issue, “Metal–Organic Framework–Enhanced Composites for Multifunctional Applications,” highlights recent advances in MOF-integrated composite materials spanning surface protection, biomedical engineering, membrane technologies, and energy systems. The collection showcases innovations in MOF synthesis, functionalization, and hybrid composite fabrication, along with fundamental insights into structure–property relationships... see more

Guest Editor(s): Dr. A Madhan Kumar

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Submission closes on: Oct 24, 2026

Advanced Analytical Techniques for Complex Chemical Systems

This thematic issue is dedicated to the cutting edge of Analytical Chemistry, focusing on the development and application of advanced methodologies to solve intricate problems across various chemical domains. The core challenge in modern analysis is the accurate, sensitive, and rapid characterization of complex matrices, ranging from biological fluids and environmental samples to novel materials and industrial products. Contributions highlight innovations in separation science (e.g., ultra-high-performance liquid chromatography and multi-dimensional gas chromatography), the evolution of... see more

Guest Editor(s): Dr. Jawher Makhlouf

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Submission closes on: Aug 03, 2026

Multidisciplinary Advances in Functional and Sustainable Materials

The field of materials science is evolving rapidly through cross‑disciplinary collaborations that integrate chemistry, physics, biology, and engineering. This integration has accelerated the development of functional, adaptive, and sustainable materials, enabling breakthroughs in energy, environmental technologies, electronics, biomedical applications, and advanced manufacturing. This special issue aims to provide a platform for multidisciplinary research addressing the design, synthesis, processing, characterization, and application of next‑generation materials. Submissions integrating experimental investigations with computational modeling, materials informatics, artificial intelligence... see more

Guest Editor(s): Dr. Ahmed Esmail

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