Special Issue: Nanogenerators and Piezotronics (NGPT2024)

The NGPT 2024 Special Issue is a curated collection born out of the insights and advancements shared at the 7th International Conference on Nanogenerators and Piezotronics (NGPT2024), a landmark event hosted by the University of Wisconsin-Madison from May 19-23, 2024.

This special issue delves into the cutting-edge research in nanogenerator technology, a field that is rapidly advancing our ability to harvest mechanical energy from the ambient environment and the human body. These developments are paving the way for a new era of sustainable power sources that are integral to a myriad of applications, from portable and wearable electronics to nano-robotics and intelligent MEMS/NEMS and blue energy concept. Furthermore, this issue sheds light on the transformative potential of the piezotronics effect, which melds piezoelectric polarization with semiconductor properties, opening doors to innovative applications in smart electronics and optoelectronics.

As the premier biannual gathering in this dynamic field, NGPT 2024 is a hub of inspiration, showcasing groundbreaking trends and discoveries in nanogenerator and piezotronics research. This special issue aims to encapsulate the essence of the conference, spotlighting award-winning presentations and sharing the latest breakthroughs from global leaders in the field, thus serving as a beacon of knowledge and inspiration for professionals, researchers, and enthusiasts in this exciting domain of science and technology.

Learn more here. 

Guest Editors:

Xudong Wang

Grainger Institute for Engineering Professor

Department of Materials Science and Engineering,

University of Wisconsin-Madison

Chang Kyu Jeong

Department of JBNU-KIST Industry-Academia Convergence Professor

Major of Electronic Materials Engineering

Division of Advanced Materials Engineering

Jeonbuk National University, Korea

Wenzhuo Wu

FRSC, FRSA

Ravi and Eleanor Talwar Rising Star Associate Professor

School of Industrial Engineering, Purdue University

Submission deadline:  Nov. 1, 2024.