-Department of Medicinal and Applied Chemistry, College of Life Sciences, Kaohsiung Medical University-

From flexible electronics and transparent conductive films to biosensing technologies, many emerging innovations rely on high-performance nanomaterials. Among them, metal nanowires have attracted worldwide attention because of their exceptional electrical conductivity, high surface area, and outstanding mechanical flexibility. These unique properties have enabled their widespread use in electronic devices, energy technologies, and biomedical engineering, making them one of the most promising materials for next-generation technological development.

Professor Vinoth Kumar Ponnusamy of the Department of Medicinal and Applied Chemistry, College of Life Sciences, Kaohsiung Medical University, in collaboration with researchers from National Sun Yat-sen University and international partners, has published the review article "The World of Metal Nanowires: Recent Advances in Syntheses, Electronic Applications, and Engineering Challenges" in the internationally renowned journal Materials Today (Impact Factor: 24.1). Unlike conventional research papers that focus on a single experimental discovery, this comprehensive review systematically integrates the latest global advances in metal nanowire research. It provides an in-depth analysis of material design, synthesis strategies, electronic applications, and engineering challenges, while outlining future research directions and key technological priorities. By establishing a comprehensive knowledge framework for the field, the review serves as an important reference for future research, technological innovation, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Its publication in Materials Today reflects the international recognition of the research team's scientific contributions and highlights Kaohsiung Medical University's growing academic influence in nanomaterials and interdisciplinary research.

As demand continues to grow for smart electronics, green energy, and precision medicine, the applications of metal nanowires are rapidly expanding. Beyond their established roles in flexible electronics, transparent conductive films, solar cells, sensors, and energy storage devices, metal nanowires are increasingly being explored for biomedical applications such as biosensing, drug delivery, and tissue engineering. The review identifies emerging research trends and critical technological challenges that are expected to guide future advances in nanomaterials while accelerating innovation in smart electronics, sustainable energy, and biomedicine. Furthermore, it provides valuable insights for industry–academia collaboration and technology development. With continued progress in scalable manufacturing, material stability, and environmentally sustainable fabrication processes, metal nanowires are expected to move more rapidly from laboratory research to real-world applications, becoming one of the key enabling materials for the next generation of intelligent technologies.

Figure1. related to "The World of Metal Nanowires"

Figure 2. Revolutionary medical applications of metal nanowires for the treatment of human body.

Nawaz, Muhammad H.; Kumar, Anuj; Chuang, Feng-Chuan*; Ponnusamy, Vinoth Kumar*(庫碼); Pham, Phuong V.* Nanomaterials Driving Future Technologies: Metal Nanowire Research Opens New Opportunities for Smart Electronics and Biomedicine. Mater. Today. 2026 (92): 606-669.（SCIE, IF2025: 24.1, 14/472=2.97% in MATERIALS SCIENCE, MULTIDISCIPLINARY）