Call for papers/Topics
Topics of Interest for Submission include, but are Not Limited to:
1. Foundations of Chemical Complexity
This area focuses on the theoretical and mathematical principles that govern how simple building blocks give rise to complex behavior.
Information Theory in Chemistry
Quantifying molecular complexity (complexity indices).
Information storage and retrieval in molecular sequences (e.g., DNA-inspired data storage).
Chemical algorithms and molecular logic gates.
Non-Equilibrium Dynamics
Dissipative structures and energy-driven systems.
Far-from-equilibrium self-assembly (active matter).
Chemical oscillations, waves, and pattern formation (e.g., Belousov–Zhabotinsky reactions).
Systems Chemistry
Autocatalytic sets and self-replicating molecular networks.
Feedback loops (positive and negative) in chemical pathways.
Metabolic network modeling and synthetic protocells.
2. Molecular Systems & Supramolecular Chemistry
This pillar examines how molecules “recognize” each other and assemble into larger, non-covalently bonded structures.
Molecular Recognition & Binding
Host-guest chemistry (crown ethers, cyclodextrins, cucurbiturils).
Cooperativity and multivalency in binding events.
Dynamic Covalent Chemistry (DCC) and adaptive libraries.
Self-Assembly & Self-Organization
Hierarchical assembly (from molecules to nanostructures to bulk matter).
Templated assembly and molecular scaffolding.
Supramolecular polymers and liquid crystals.
Molecular Machines & Actuators
Artificial molecular motors (rotary and linear).
Molecular switches and shuttles (rotaxanes and catenanes).
Translation of molecular motion to macroscopic work.
3. Functional Matter & Smart Materials
This section deals with the “output”—materials designed to respond to their environment or perform specific physical functions.
Stimuli-Responsive Materials (Smart Matter)
Photo-responsive systems (azobenzenes, diarylethenes).
Thermo-responsive polymers (LCST/UCST behavior).
pH-sensitive hydrogels and ion-responsive membranes.
Adaptive & Self-Healing Matter
Intrinsic self-healing via reversible bonding (hydrogen bonds, metal-ligand).
Vitreous polymers (vitrimers) and malleable networks.
Shape-memory alloys and polymers.
Electronic & Photonic Functional Materials
Organic electronics (OLEDs, OFETs, organic photovoltaics).
Conductive supramolecular wires and molecular junctions.
Metamaterials and photonic crystals with tunable refractive indices.
4. Interrelated & Emergent Themes
These topics represent the interface where complexity, function, and systems overlap to create properties that individual components do not possess.
Emergence & Cooperativity
Emergent catalysis: Functions arising from molecular aggregates that single molecules cannot perform.
Phase separation and coacervation in biological and synthetic systems.
Symmetry breaking in chemical systems.
Bio-Inspired & Integrative Systems
Biomineralization (organic-inorganic interfaces).
Artificial photosynthesis and solar fuel assemblies.
Neuromorphic chemical sensing (mimicking neural networks with chemical pulses).
Characterization & Computational Tools
High-resolution imaging (AFM, Cryo-EM) of complex assemblies.
Multi-scale modeling (from DFT to coarse-grained molecular dynamics).
Machine learning for predicting emergent properties in chemical mixtures.
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