Nanotechnology for Environmental Engineering

Aims & Scope

This journal (indexed in Scopus) presents articles, reviews and mini-reviews on research into such topics as applications of nanotechnology for substantial benefits to the environment; emerging bio-nanotechnology based concepts including green chemistry, molecular biology methods and chemical processes; environmental engineering policy regarding safety and sustainability; and techno-economical aspects of environmental engineering and nanotechnology processes.

Areas of subject specialization include physics, chemistry, biotechnology, pharmaceutical science, nano-biochemical science and environmental engineering.

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Metrics & Ranking

SJR (SCImago Journal Rank)

Year	Value
2024	0.596

Quartile

Year	Value
2024	Q2

h-index

Year	Value
2024	37

Journal Rank

Year	Value
2024	9746

Journal Citation Indicator

Year	Value
2024	1044

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Abstracting & Indexing

Journal is indexed in leading academic databases, ensuring global visibility and accessibility of our peer-reviewed research.

• Scopus
• Google Scholar

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Subjects & Keywords

Journal’s research areas, covering key disciplines and specialized sub-topics in Chemical Engineering and Environmental Science, designed to support cutting-edge academic discovery.

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Most Cited Articles

The Most Cited Articles section features the journal's most impactful research, based on citation counts. These articles have been referenced frequently by other researchers, indicating their significant contribution to their respective fields.

• Biological synthesis of metallic nanoparticles: plants, animals and microbial aspects

  Citation: 405

  Authors: Ratul Kumar, Vinayak Laxman, Linson, Mitra, Rama, Sampa, Maximiliano, Larios Martinez Araceli, Saurabh Jyoti, Satinder Kaur

• Synthesis of copper oxide nanoparticles by chemical and biogenic methods: photocatalytic degradation and in vitro antioxidant activity

  Citation: 299

  Authors: A., M., C.

• Green synthesis of nanoparticles from biodegradable waste extracts and their applications: a critical review

  Citation: 225

  Authors: V. P., S., C. G. Ann, M.

• Plant-based green synthesis of metallic nanoparticles: scientific curiosity or a realistic alternative to chemical synthesis?

  Citation: 224

  Authors: Jose R., Yuxiong, Jason G., Lijuan, Laura, Jose A., Jorge L.

• Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy to assess molecular-level changes in microorganisms exposed to nanoparticles

  Citation: 212

  Authors: Fatemeh, Nelson M., Laura A., Vinka

• Nanotechnology in sustainable agriculture: studies from seed priming to post-harvest management

  Citation: 173

  Authors: Parul, Parul, Kaiser, Ovais Shafiq, Soban Ahmad, Gaurav

• Removal of chromium from industrial effluents using nanotechnology: a review

  Citation: 138

  Authors: Sayak, Avipsha, Shampa

• Recent advances in greenly synthesized nanoengineered materials for water/wastewater remediation: an overview

  Citation: 99

  Authors: Ahmed M., Khalid Z., Abdullah, Mohammed F.

• Green and sustainable synthesis of silica nanoparticles

  Citation: 95

  Authors: Sudip D., Sushilkumar A., Harshada B., Vilas A., Shivaji H., Pramod S.

• Application of carbon nanotubes for removal of emerging contaminants of concern in engineered water and wastewater treatment systems

  Citation: 87

  Authors: Sudarshan, Timothy V., Kailas, Sushil R., Willie F., Garrett

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